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INDUSTRIES  AND   WEALTH 


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-OF  THE  PRINCIPAL  POINTS  IN— 


BEING 

L/BURLINGTONyWINOOSKll/RUTLAND,    WEST  RUTLAND,  t^ANDON,    P^AIR  HAVEN,    POULTNEY, 

CASTLETON,   ST.   ALBANS,   SWANTON,   ENOSBURG  FALLS,   BRATTLEBORO,   BELLOWS  FALLS, 

MONTPELIER,    BARRE,    WATERBURY,  ^ST.  JOHNSBURY,    LYNDONVILLE,    LYNDON, 

HARDWICK,\/BENNINGTON,     SPRINGFIELD,    WHITE    RIVER    JUNCTION, 

VERGENNES,    MIDDLEBURY,    NORTHFIELD    AND    MORRISVILLE. 


1891. 


PUBLISHED   BY 

AMERICAN    PUBLISHING   AND    ENGRAVING   CO., 

(ELEVATORS.) 

NoS.  149  AND  151  Church  Street,  New  York. 


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THE   GREEN   MOUNTAIN    STATE— A   RESUME    OF    ITS    HISTORY,   MIN- 
ERAL WEALTH   AND   MANUFACTURING  INDUSTRIES— ITS  PROD- 
UCTS,  ITS   PEOPLE   AND   ITS   PUBLIC   INSTITUTIONS. 


"^"^^  -F   beauty   of   situation,  the   benefits   of   an  excellent   business   opportunity,  all    that   is   wise    in 
conservatism,  united   with    all   that    is   noble   in    the    grand,    progressive    movement    of    the 
present   age ;    if   surroundings   elevating   in    influence,    institutions    helpful   in    an     honorable 
struggle    with   the   vicissitudes   of     practical    life ;    if    health,    wealth    and   happiness    are    attrac- 
tions  in    a  place    in    which    to     spend    one's    days,    then   Vermont    upon    her    terraced    slopes 
must   win    like    a   mother    and   command   like    a   queen.       Even    the    stranger    feels   the   subtle 
spell    of    the    gracious   hospitality   vouchsafed   from    her    hills     and   valleys,    and   the    rectitude 
of   her   "  habit   of   encounter,"    in   the   walks    of   business    life.       How  much    more    is   realized,  there- 
fore, by   her   citizens,    as   partakers   of    her   interests    and   advantages,    sharers   of  her   struggles,    and 
co-operators    in    her   sterling   service   to    the    country    and    the    world ! 

Vermont  was  early  explored  by  the  French,  but  settled  by  the  English,  and  derives  its 
name  from  the  French  Ferd  Monts,  or  Green  Mountains.  It  was  long  claimed  both  by 
New  Hampshire  and  New  York,  the  territory  being  known  in  colonial  times  as  the  "  New 
Hampshire  Grants,"  and  was  the  first  state  added  to  the  original  thirteen  which  formed  the 
American  Confederacy,  being  admitted  into  the  Union  March  4,  1791.  The  state  is  situated 
between  the  parallels  of  42°  44'  and  45°  of  north  latitude,  and  between  3°  35'  and  5°  29'  of 
east  longitude  from  Washington ;  and  is  bounded  on  the  north  by  the  Province  of  Canada,  on 
the  east  by  New  Hampshire  (the  west  bank  of  the  Connecticut  River  forming  the  boundary 
line),  on  the  south  by  Massachusetts,  and  on  the  west  by  New  York  and  Lake  Champlain. 
The  length  of  the  state  from  north  to  south  is  157^  miles,  and  the  average  width  from  east  to 
west  57/^  miles.  The  length  of  the  north  line  is  90  and  the  south  line  41  miles.  The 
state  has  an  area  of  9,056^  square  miles,  or  5,795,960  acres.  The  Green  Mountains  extend 
quite  through  the  state  from  south  to  north  and  divide  it  into  two  equal  parts.  It  has  four- 
teen counties  which  are  sub-divided  into  two  hundred  and  forty-three  townships.  The  heights  of 
the  principal  mountain  peaks  of  the  state  are  as  follows :  The  Chin,  or  north  peak  of  Mansfield 
Mountain,  4,389  feet;  the  Nose,  or  south  peak,  4,056  feet;  Camel's  Hump,  4,088  feet;  Shrews- 
bury Mountain,  4,000  feet;  Killington  Peak,  4,221  feet;  Pico,  3,935  feet;  Equinox  Mountain,  3,706 
feet;  Ascutney  Mountain,  3,165  feet.  The  sides  and,  in  most  cases,  the  summits  of  these  moun- 
tains  are   covered  with    evergreens.       The   length   and  width   of   the   principal   lakes   are    as   follows : 

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8  INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 

Lake  Champlain,  120  miles  long,  4  miles  wide  (lying  partly  in  Vermont,  New  York  and  Canada) 
Lake  Memphremagog,  33  miles  long,  2  miles  wide,  (lying  in  Vermont  and  Canada);  Lake  Bomo- 
seen,  in  Castleton,  8  miles  long,  2^  miles  wide;  Willoughby  Lake,  in  Salem,  6  miles  long,  i}4 
miles  wide;  Maidstone  Lake,  Maidstone,  6  miles  long,  i^  miles  wide;  Seymour  Lake,  Morgan, 
6  miles  long,  half  a  mile  wide;  Salem  Pond,  Salem,  6  miles  long,  three-quarters  of  a  mile  wide; 
Austin  Lake,  Poultney,  5  miles  long  i^  miles  wide;  Lake  Dunmore,  Salisbury,  4  miles  long, 
three-quarter  mile  wide.  Vermont  is  prolific  of  rivers  and  streams,  nearly  all  of  which  origi- 
nate in  the  Green  Mountains.  The  Connecticut,  which  washes  the  entire  eastern  border  of  the 
state,  receives  the  waters  of  Passumpsic  River,  34  miles  long;  Wells  River,  11  miles  long, 
White  River,  55  miles  long ;  Ottaquechee  River,  35  miles  long ;  while  the  largest  streams  of 
the  state,  the  Otter  Creek,  Winooski  River,  Lamoille  River,  and  Mississquoi  River  empty  into 
Lake  Champlain.  Otter  Creek  is  the  longest  stream,  being  90  miles  in  length,  and  waters 
about  900  square  miles  of  territory.  It  has  many  mill  privileges,  utilized  by  some  of  the  finest 
manufacturing  establishments  in  the  state,  and  is  navigable  for  a  distance  of  eight  miles  for  the 
largest   vessels   on    Lake    Champlain. 

The  mountains  of  Vermont  are  not  only  beautiful  but  they  are  of  great  practical  benefit, 
yielding  from  their  generous  breasts  valuable  and  seemingly  inexhaustible  treasures  of  marble 
and  granite  that  give  fame  to  the  state  and  fortune  to  many  of  her  sons.  The  marble  quar- 
ries at  Proctor  and  West  Rutland  are  the  largest  and  finest  in  the  world.  This  marble  is 
the  strongest  building  stone  in  use.  Actual  and  disinterested  tests  show  the  average  strength 
to  be  17,700  pounds  to  the  square  inch.  It  is  also  widely  preferred  for  monumental  and 
statuary  work.  The  granite  industry  is  conducted  on  a  scale  of  the  greatest  magnitude  at 
Barre,  which  town  is  noted  as  having  the  greatest  increase  of  population  during  the  past  ten 
years  of  any  town  in  the  history  of  the  state.  Barre  granite  lays  in  sheets  or  layers,  and 
varies  in  thickness,  thus  permitting  the  quarrying  of  blocks  of  any  desired  size.  Its  component 
parts  are  distinctly  granular  and  evenly  mixed  throughout,  while  it  contains  less  mica  than 
other  granites.  The  growth  of  the  industry  here  has  been  marvelous.  Fairhaven,  Poultney 
and  Castleton  are  noted  for  their  extensive  and  valuable  slate  quarries.  The  deposit  here 
contains  some  of  the  finest  and  most  lucrative  slate  products  in  the  world.  It  has  various 
colors,    such    as   greenish,    reddish   brown,    chocolate,    mottled,    bright   red   and   bluish   gray. 

Vermont  is  noted  as  the  seat  of  many  mammoth  industries  of  national  or  international 
reputation  and  importance.  Among  these  may  be  named  the  Fairbanks  Scales,  at  St.  Johns- 
bury  ;  the  Howe  Scales,  at  Rutland ;  the  Estey  Organs,  at  Brattleboro ;  the  lumber  industry,  at 
Burlington ;  the  Knitting  mills,  at  Bennington ;  the  circular  saw  mill  manufactory,  at  Montpelier ; 
Kendall's  Spavin  Cure,  at  Enosburgh  Falls ;  and  the  bridge  building  and  iron  industry  at  St, 
Albans.  These,  together  with  the  great  wholesale  drug  house  of  the  Wells  &  Richardson 
Company,  manufacturers  of  Diamond  Dyes,  Kidney  Wort  and  Improved  Butter  Color,  at  Burling- 
ton ;  and  Dutcher's  "  Fly  Killer,"  at  St,  Albans,  make  up  the  more  notable  of  distinct  Vermont 
industries ;  while  for  a  fuller  description  of  her  manufactures  and  commerce  we  refer  the  reader 
to    the    articles   which   follow    on    each    city    and   town. 

Vermont  is  also  pre-eminent  as  a  stock-raising  state,  and  its  product  in  this  direction,  both 
in  horses,  sheep  and  cattle,  is  a  great  source  of  wealth.  The  dairying  interests  of  Vermont 
are  greater,  according  to  population,  than  those  of  any  other  state  in  the  Union.  Vermont 
butter  is  famous  the  country  over.  So  also  is  her  maple  sugar,  which  she  produces  in  greater 
quantity   than    all    the    states    combined. 

The  principal  product  of  Vermont,  however,  has  been  men.  They  are  to  be  found  in 
every  state  in  the  Union,  and  everywhere  they  are  prominent  factors  in  business,  social,  politi- 
cal, civil  and  military  life.  Although  Vermonters  are  eminently  men  of  peace,  yet  they  won 
honorable  distinction  as  soldiers,  and  the  history  of  the  civil  war  cannot  be  written  without 
frequent  and  honorable  mention  of  them.  A  Vermont  regiment  was  the  first  to  throw  up 
the    sacred   soil    of    Virginia    into    Union    intrenchments.       Vermont     troops    made    the    first    assault 


THE     STATE     OF     VERMONT.  9 

upon  a  Confederate  fortification.  Vermonters  led  the  blue  column  which  bore  the  ,stars  and 
stripes  through  the  blazing  streets  of  the  Confederate  Capital  in  the  closing  scenes  of  the 
bloody  drama,  and  Vermont,  to  her  sorrow  and  Jier  credit,  had  more  of  her  sons  killed  in 
battle  than  any  other  Northern  State  and  gave  to  the  cause  of  the  Union  more  lives  lost 
from  all  causes  than  any  other  state.  Her  troops  were  led  by  such  intrepid  and  honored 
commanders  as  Slannard,  Thomas,  Randall,  Wells,  Ripley,  Proctor  'and  Veazey  ;  while  her  sons 
were  prominent  from  other  states  on  many  a  bloody  field.  The  sons  of  Vermont  have  been 
represented  in  the  halls  of  Congress  by  such  notable  statesmen  as  Stephen  A.  Doug.las,  Thad- 
deus  Stevens,  Matthew  Carpenter,  John  A.  Kasson  and  others  ;  in  the  White  House  by  Chester 
A.  Arthur;  in  the  Vice-President's  chair  by  William  A.  Wheeler  and  Levi  P.  Morton ;  while  the 
state  itself  has  been  proud  to  send  such  representatives  as  George  F.  Edmunds,  Justin  S. 
Morrill,  Jacob  Collamer  and  Solomon  Foot  to  the  Senate  of  the  United  States ;  Luke  P. 
Poland,  Frederick  E.  Woodbridge,  Portus  Baxter,  Charles  W.  Willard,  Charles  H.  Joyce,  John 
W.  Stewart  and  William  W.  Grout  to  the  National  House  of  Representives;  George  P.  Marsh, 
the  eminent  linguist  and  author,  as  Minister  to  Italy;  John  G.  Saxe,  the  famous  poet  and  wit; 
Mead  and  Powers  as  sculptors ;  and  such  famous  railroad  kings  and  successful  business  men  as 
Frederick   Billings,    Trenor    W.    Park,    Redfield    Proctor    and   John    Gregory    Smith. 

Growing  more  slowly  and  clinging  more  to  traditions,  "without  haste,  without  rest,"  Ver- 
mont furnishes  truer  conditions  for  real  life,  more  hopeful  and  rounded  standards  of  life  for  "all 
sorts  and  conditions  of  men."  With  its  unsurpassed  educational  institutions,  its  broad  culture 
and  the  most  charming  social  circles  in  the  United  States,  in  a  setting  of  healthful  climate  and 
sanitary  local  influences,  it  makes,  as  it  were,  a  medley  of  substantial  attractions  as  a  place  of 
residence  suited  to  the  varied  requirements  of  the  multitudinous  types  of  men  and  women  in 
whose   lives,    schemes    and    aspirations   there  is   ever    an    undertone    of   "  Home,    sweet   home." 


GENERAL   INDEX. 


Abraham,  A.  H.,  M'f  r  Cigars,  Rutland 73 

Adams,  II.  E.  &  Son,   Opticians  and  Jewelers,  Bur- 

lin<;ton 48 

Adams,  J.  Q.,  Livery  Stable,  Montpelier. 151 

Adams  &  Powell,  Dry  Goods,  etc..  Fair  Haven 92 

Addison  House,  Darwin  Rider,  Prop.,  Middlebury..  209 

Adsit  &  Bigelow,  Coal,  Burlington 48 

Ahern,  James,  Stone  Cutters'  Tools,  etc.,  Barre 165 

Allen,  Heman  W.  &  Co.,  Dry  Goods,  Burlington. ...  40 

Allen,  S.  D.,  Flour,  Barre 170 

AUer,  E.  H.,  Books,  Stationery,  etc.,  Montpelier —  148 
Amadou,    H.    M.,    Watches,   Jewelry,  etc.,  Bellows 

Falls 182 

American  Granite  Company,  Barre 1G9 

American    House,    F.    K.    Harvey,     Prop.,  Brattle- 

boro 124 

American  House,  S.  I.  Stroud,  Prop.,  St.  Albans...  105 

Andrews,  F.  S. ,  Druggist,  Bellows  Falls 132 

Arey,  Emery  E.,  Fish,  Barre 166 

Arnold,  O.  C.  &  Son,  Monuments,  Hardwick 186 

Atkins  &  Haines,  Groceries,  etc.,  Waterbury 173 

Atwood,  L.  A.,  Photographer,  Burlington 53 

Auerbach,  E.  F.  &  Co.,  Jewelers,  Burlington 48 

Avenue  House,  (B.  G.  Howe,  Prop.)  St.  Johnsbury. .  181 

Averill,  L.  M. .  Groceries,  etc.,  Barre 161 

Ayres,  John  II.,  Clothing,  etc.,  Bennington 193 

Babcock,  J.  V.,  Druggist,  Montpelier 149 

Bagley,  C.  H.,  Boots  and  Shoes,  St.  Johnsbury 183 

Bagley,  E.  H.,   Hardware,   etc..  White  River  Junc- 
tion    201 

Bailey,  A.  L.,  Pianos  and  Organs,  St.  Johnsbury 181 

Bailey's  Dining  Rooms,  (N.  A.  Bailey,   Prop.)   Rut- 
land    74 

Bailey,  E.  W.  &   Co.,   Flour,    Corn   and  Meal.   etc. 

Montpelier  143 

Bailey's  Music  Rooms,  H.  W.  Hall,  M'g'r,  Burling- 
ton    41 

Baker,  Mrs.  Alice  E.,  Hair  Work.  St.  Albans 109 

Baker,  P.  M.,  Grocer,  Brattleboro 126 

Ballou,  Warren  F.,  Tailor,  Brandon 84 

Barber,  G.  F.,  Dentist,  Brattleboro 124 

Barclay  Brothers,  Monuments,   Barre 168 

Bardwell,  The,  (Cramton  &  Carpenter,  Prop's.)  Rut- 
land   67 

Barre   Book  and  Job  Printing  Establishment,  The, 

(Thos.  H.  Cave,  Prop. )  Barre 168 


Barre  Wood  Working  Company,  Barre 163 

Barrett,  T.  M.,  City  Drug  Store,  Rutland 69 

Batchelder    &    Robinson,    Hardware,    etc..    Water- 
bury  172 

Bates,  A.  C.  &  Son,  Builders'  and  Saddlery  Hard- 

wai-e,  Rutland 71 

Bates   House,   (A.  H.  Tuttle  &  Son,  Prop's.)  Rut- 
land       64 

Beatty,  J.  W.,  Medicines,  Enosburg  Falls 117 

•  Beatty,  S.  J.,  News  Agent,  Burlington 54 

Beeman,  Hunt  &  Co.,  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods,  Bur- 
lington       50 

Berry,  Hall  &  Co.,  Teas,  Coffees,  etc.,- Burlington. . .     44 

Billings,  B.  &  Son,  Groceries,  etc.,  Rutland 68 

Bisbee,    Edward    W.,    General    Insurance    Agency, 

Barre 162 

Bixby,,  H.  R.,  Drugs  and  Medicines,  Montpelier- 148 

Blake,  F.  J.,  Photographer,  Bellows  Falls 133 

Blakely,  C,  Drugs,  etc.,  Montpelier 151 

Blanchard,  A.  N.,  Photographer,  Montpelier 150 

Bogle  Brothers,  Jewelry,  White  River  Junction 200 

Bolac,  S.  W.,   Meats,  Oysters,  etc.,  Morrisville 216 

Bomoseen  House,   (Horace  B!  Ellis,  Prop.)  Castle- 
ton  97 

Bond,  Frank  A.,  Clothing,  etc.,  Middlebury 209 

Bond,  H.  E.,  Undertaker,  etc.,  Brattleboro 126 

Bond,  Mrs.  J.  M.,  Millinery,  etc.,  Barre 165 

Bonett,  Geo.  W.,  Meats,  Groceries,  etc.,  St.  Johns- 
bury    180 

Booth  &  Harris,  Insurance  Agents,  Bennington 191 

Booth,  J.  R.,   M'f  r  and  Dealer  in  Lumber,  etc.,  Bur- 
lington       45 

Borley,  Isaac  S.,  Insurance,  St.  Albans 104 

Bosworth,  F.  B.,  Druggist,  Bellows  Falls 134 

Bouifard,   Levi,  Baker   and  Dealer  in   Fruits,  etc., 

Springfield ...    196 

Boyce,  H.  E.,  Meats,  Groceries,  etc.,  Waterbury...     172 

Boyce  &  Boyce,  Attorneys  at  Law,  Barre 160 

Boynton  &  Calderwood,  Druggists,  St.  Johnsbury. . .   183 

Brandon  Italian  Marble  Co.,  Brandon 83 

Brandon   Manufacturing  Co.,   Marble  and  Granite 

Monuments,  Brandon 82 

Brandon  National  Bank,  Brandon 81 

Brattleboro  Custom   Laundry,   (Mrs.   Wm.  Russell, 

Proprietress)  Brattleboro 125 

Brattleboro  Iron  Foundry,  Peter  Joyce,  Prop.,  Brat- 
tleboro    124 


GENERAL     IXUEX. 


Brennan,  T.  C,  Restaurant,  St.  Albans  . .    109 

Brigss,  C.  W.,  Hardware,  Brandon ; 84 

Brigjjs,  Edward  W.,  Jeweler,  Brandon 85 

Briggs,  Geo.,  Insurance,  Brandon 85 

Brodie  &  Parker,   Ml'rs  and  Jobbers  in  Boots  and 

Shoes,  Burlington 44 

Brooks,  Milton  A.,  Fire  Insurance,  Middlebury 210 

Bi'ooks,  E.  C,  Tailor,  St.  Johnsbury 182 

Brooks  &  Berry,  Groceries,  etc.,  Montpelier. ......  158 

Brown,  A.  C.  &  Son,  Insurance,  Montpelier 146 

Brown,  C.  F. ,  Undertaker,  Burlington 53 

Brown,  Henry  R.,  Livery  Stable,  Brattleboro 12G 

Brown,  X.  K.  &  Co.,   M'f'r  Proprietary  Medicines, 

Burlington 50 

Burlington  Business  College  and  Short-hand  School, 

Burlington 42 

Burlington  Cotton  Mills,  M'f'r  Print  Cloths 48 

Burlington  Shirt   Company,  M'f  rs  Shirts,    Collars 

and  Cuffs,  Burlington, 52 

Burlington  Woolen  Company,  Colchester  Mills,  Wi- 

nooski 56 

Burns,  J.  H.,  Tin  and  Hardware,  Enosburg  Falls 117 

Burpee,  J.  G.,  Oysters,  Butter,  Eggs,  etc.,  Rutland. .  74 

Burt,  H.  A.  Jr.,  Insurance,  Swan  ton. 112 

Buttles,  H.  S.,  Restaurant,  Brandon 85 

Caden,  John,  Grocery,  Rutl  ind 72 

Cady,   Geo.  E.,   Jobber  in  Confectionery,    Bellows 

Falls 133 

Cahee,  Jas.  L.,  Market  and  Grist  Mill,  Brandon 83 

Calder.  W.  W.,  Harness,  etc.,   Barre 169 

Cameron,  Mrs.  J.  M.,  Millinery,  etc.,  Waterbury. .  . .   173 

Campbell,  Dr.  C.  S.,  Dentist,  St.  Albans 109 

Campbell,  J.  A.,  Coal,  Lime,  etc.,  Fair  Haven.. 90 

Capital  Granite  Company,  Montpelier 146 

Capron,  Chas.  E.,  Tailor,. Bellows  Falls 134 

Carpenter,  Chas,  P.,  Hardware,  etc.,  St.  Johnsbury.   178 

Carpenter,  E.  J.,  Newspapers,  etc.,  Brattleboi'0 124 

Carpenter,  F.  M.,  Photographer,  Enosburg  Falls 116 

Carpenter,  Mrs.  Helen  F.,  Art  Embroidery  Material, 

etc.,  St.  Johnsbury 183 

Carr  &  Son,  Contractors  and  Builders,  Brandon 85 

Cassie,  Geo.,  Monuments,  Barre 164 

Centennial  House,  (Mrs.  C.  Nolan,  Pi-oprietess)  Ben- 
nington     192 

Central  House,  (G.  W.  Jeffords,  Prop.)  Barre 168 

Central  House,  (Leon  Pomeroy,  Proj).)  Rutland 73 

Central  Livery  and  Carriage  Company,  The,  Geo.  O. 

Hassam,  M'g'r,  Rutland 71 

Chalmers,  Geo.  E.,  Bookseller,  etc.,  Rutland 66 

Chamberlin,  J.  B.,  Groceries,  Barre 163 

Chandler,  Perley,  Watchmaker  and  Jeweler,  Barre.   164 
Champlain  Hotel  (J.  Donnelly,  Prop.),  Burlington. .     46 

Channell,  C.  E.,  Plumbing,  etc.,  Rutland 67 

Chapman  «fe  Co.,  Clothing,  etc.,  Middlebury 210 

City  Drug  Store,  (C.  M.  Soule,  M'g'r)  Yergennes 205 

Clarihew  &  Gray,  Monuments,  etc.,  Barre 167 

Clark,  W.  M.,  Hair  Dresser,  etc.,  Morrisville 217 

Clark,  A.  F.,  Photographer,  Barre 166 

Clark,  D.  H.,  Variety  Store.  Barre 169 

Clements,  Fred,  Livery  and  Feed  Stable,  Rutland...     73 
Clifford,  T.  A.,  Drugs,  etc.,  Rutland 68 


Coburn,  A.  O.,  Hardware,  etc.,  Springfield 196 

Colby,  Warner  F.,  Furniture,  Carpets,  etc.,  Barre.   .  162 
Colby  Wringer    Company,  M'f  rs   Cloths  Wringers, 

Montpelier 145 

Collins,  H.  A.,  S wanton  Clothing  Co.,  Swanton 112 

Columbian  Marble  Co.   Producers  and  Wholesalers, 

Rutland 63 

Comegys  &  Webster,  Dentists,  St.  Albans 110 

Corry,  Frank  M.,  Oysters,  etc.,  Montpelier 152 

Cosgritt'  &  McGrath,  Groceries,  etc.,  Burlington 54 

Cox,  A.  V.  &  Co.,  Stoves,  Ranges,  etc.,  Brattleboro.  125 

Craven,  W.  B.,  Hotel  Champlain,  Burlington 44 

Cross  Brothers,  Monuments,  Noi'thfield 212 

Cross,  C.  H.  &  Son,  M'f'rs  Confectionery,  etc.,  Mont- 
pelier  150 

Crossman,  Geo.  A.,  Druggist.  Brandon 84 

"Crystal,  The,"  (David  Williams,  Prop.)  Groceries, 

etc.,  Poultney 96 

Currier,  Geo.  K.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Morrisville 216 

Currier,  R.  S.  &  Co.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Barre 160 

Curtis  &  Keith,  Livery  Stable,  Barre 169 

Cutler,  H.  E.,  Photo-Artist,  Morrisville 216 

Cutler  &  Burnham,  Monuments,  Barre I(j8 

Dalrymijle,  Geo.,  Foundry  and  Machine  Shop,  Fair 

Haven 90 

Daniels,  H.  B.  &  A.  R.,  M'f'rs  Butter  and  Sugar  Tubs, 

Morrisville 216 

Davis  &  Phillips,  Monuments,  etc.,  Northfield 211 

Davis,  Henry  H.,  Books,  Stationery,  etc.,  Burlington    52 

Dean,  F.  E.,  Grocer,  Vergennes  205 

Dean,  Mrs.  M.  B.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  St.  Johnsbury. . .   182 

Demers  Bros.,  Groceries,  etc.,  St.  Johnsbury — 178 

Desautels,  E.,  Grocer,  St.  Albans 106 

Dewey,  D.  &  Son,  Stoves  and  Tinware,  Montpelier.,  147 

Dewey,  P.  G.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Montpelier 152 

Devereux,    Peter,     Tin,     Copper    and     Sheet-Iron 

Worker,  etc.,  Burlington 52 

Diamond  Restaurant,  The,  Rutland 69 

Dickerman,  C.  E.,  Photographic  Studio,  St.  Johns- 
bury   182 

Donnelly,  J.  H.,  Tailor,  Vergennes 206 

Donovan,  J.  P.,  Agent  New  York  Nat'l  Building  and 

Loan  Association,  Montpelier 149 

Dorr's  S.  M.  Sons,  Bankers,  Rutland 67 

Driscoll  &  Graves,  Grain  and  Mill  Feed,  St.  Albans.   108 

Dudley,  D.  W.,  Livery  Stable,  Montpelier 1.52 

Duhamel,  J.  L.,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Burlington 48 

Dutcher,  Frederick  &  Sons,  Druggists,  St.  Albans. .  106 

Edson,  A.  W.,  Livery  Stable,  Rutland. 74 

Edson,  Henry  O.,  Building  Material,  Rutland 73 

Edgerton,  O.  D.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Northfield 212 

Egerton,  J.  K.,  Insurance,  Northfield 212 

Eldred,  E.  D.,  Ladies'  Fine  Footwear,  Morrisville 217 

Eldridge,  L.  D.,  Insurance,  Middlebury 209 

Elm  Tree  House,  (M.  J.  Guiltinan,  Prop.)  Benning- 
ton    193 

Ensign,  H.  H.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Rutland 66 

"Exchange,    The,"     (Kelton    &    Sparrow,    Props.) 

Montpelier ..  149 


GENERAL    INDEX, 


Fail-bank  &  Labaiee,  Plumbino-,  etc.,  Bellows  Falls.   132 
Fair  Haven  Marble  and  Marbleized  Slate  Co.,  Fair 

Haven 90 

Farmers'  National  Bank,  The,  Vergennes 205 

Farr,  N.  H.,  Livery,  Board  and  Feed  Stable,  Bellows 

Falls 133 

Farwell,  A.  D.,  Clothing,  etc.,  Montpelier 153 

Feeley  House,  (Thos.  Feeley,  Prop.)  Eutland 72 

Ferguson  &  Adsit,  Saddlery  and  Carriage  Hardware, 

Burlington 49 

Ferguson  Brothers,  Milk,  Cream  and  Ice,  Burling- 
ton      50 

First  National  Bank,  Montpelier 142 

First  National  Bank  of  Brandon 83 

Fish,  F.,  Groceries,  etc..  West  Eutland 78 

Fisher,  A.  B.,  Contractor  and  Builder,  Burlington. .     47 

Fisk,  The  Misses,  Millinery,  etc.,  Montpelier 147 

Forbush  &  Newton,  Dentists.  Montpelier 151 

Fox,  Geo.  W.,  Guns,  Rifles,  etc.,  Barre 169 

Fuller,  D.  L.  &  Son,  Hardware,  etc  ,  Montpelier 150 

Fuller,  E.  D.,  Livery  Stable,  St.  Albans 107 

Fulton  Market,  (H.  Skeels,  M'g'r.)  Barre 164 

Gates,  A.  O.,  Druggist,  Morrisville 217 

Gates,  D.  P.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Bennington 192 

Geddis,  W.  R.,  Bookseller   and    Stationer,  Brattle- 

boro 126 

George,  J.  R.,  Country  Producee,  Barre 166 

Gibson,  C.  D.,  Druggist,  Bennington 193 

Gilder,  Mrs.  M.  G.,  Milliner,  St.  Albans 110 

Gilman,  Dr.,  Dentist,  St.  Albans 105 

Gipson,  H.  M.,  Lumber,  etc.,  Brandon 82 

Gleed  &  Rich,  Marble  Dealers,  Enosburg  Falls 117 

Glidden  &  Harvey,  Monuments,  etc.,  Barre 167 

Globe  Hotel,  (S.  French,  Prop. )  Rutland 68 

Good  ell,  J.    W.,    Granite  and  Marble  Monuments, 

Burlington 41 

Goodrich,  A.  M.,  Tailor,  St.  Johnsbury 184 

Goodrich,  H.  J.  &  Co.,  M'f'rs  Tin,   Sheet  Iron  and 

Copper  Ware,  St.  Johnsbury . .   182 

Gosselin  &  Poulin,  Groceries,  Rutland 69 

Gould,  E,  A.,  Meats  and  Vegetables,  Barre 166 

Grand  Union  Tea  Company,  Burlington 48 

Grant,  J.  H.,  Meat,  Fruit  and  Provisions,  Rutland. .     71 

Graves,  M.  J.,  Hardware,  etc.,  Vergennes 204 

Graves,  J.  E.  &  Co.,  Grocers,  Brandon. 86 

Greene,  S.  T.,  Architect  and  Builder,  Burlington. . .     54 

Griffin,  L.  J.  &  Co.,  Plumbers,  etc.,  Barre 167 

Griffith,  A.  M.,  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods,  Benning- 
ton   194 

Griffith,  Owen  &  Co.,  Slate  M'f'rs,  Fair  Haven 91 

Grimes,  Frank  H.,  Photographer,  Brandon 85 

Griswold,  Pearl  &  Co.,  Flour,  Grain,  etc.,  St.  Johns- 
bury  181 

Gutterson,  G.  L.,  Dentist,  Fair  Haven 93 

Hadley,  Mrs.  E.  A.,  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods, 
Morrisville 216 

Hagar.  Geo.  I.,  Builders'  and  Saddlery  Hardware, 

etc. ,  Burlington 46 

Haigh,  W.  H.,  Tailor,  Brattleboro 124 

Hall  &  Cheney,  Druggists,  Morrisville 215 


Hall,  Geo.  A.,  Furniture,  etc.,  Burlington 50 

Hall,  Jno.  V.  &  Son,  insurance,  Bennington 191 

Harding,     John,    Monuments,    etc.,    White    River 

Junction 201 

Harriman  &  Roche,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Bellows  Falls  133 

Harris,  H.  M.,  Hardware,  etc.,  Beiniington 193 

Harvey,  C.  H.,  Furniture,  St.  Albans 107 

Hayes,  J.  W.,  Groceries,  Burlington 53 

Hazard  Slate  Company,  The,  Fair  Haven 91 

Hazen,  L.  D.,  Lumber,  St.  Johnsbury ISO- 
Henderson  &  Stephens,  Monuments,  Barre 100 

Hendry,  E.  B.,  Livery  Stable,  Brandon 8;i- 

Herrick,  Geo.  M.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Poultney 95 

Hibbard,  W.  W.,  Books,  Stationerj'^,  etc.,  Poultney..  95v 
Hickok,  J.  S.  &  Son,  General  Insurance,  Vergennes  204 
Hildreth,  Chester,  Watches,  Jewelry,  etc.,  Purling- 

ton 45- 

Hildreth,  E.  L.  &  Co.,  Printers,  Brattleboro. . .'. 123 

Hill,  Henry  R.,  Men's  Outfitting,  Burlington 49 

Hillard,  C.  B.,  Dry  Goods,  Rutland 72. 

Hoag  &  Clauson,  Boots,  Shoes,  etc.,  Rutland 67 

Holmes,  J.  H.  &  Co.,  M'f'rs  Steam  Boilers,  Rutland    63- 
Holton,  Harry  A.,  Jewelry,  etc..  White  River  Junc- 
tion   201 

Horton,  M.  J.,  Hardware,  Poultney 95- 

Hotel  Burlington,  (Delaney  &  Harrington,  Props.) 

Burlington 47 

Houghton,  Frank  C,  Cloaks,  Rutland 75- 

Houghton,  M.  B.,  Livery  Stable,  Bennington 193 

Howard,  Daniel  D.,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Bellows  Falls.  133- 
Howe,  F.  L.  &  Co.,  Marble  and  Granite,  Northfield.   212; 

Howard  National  Bank,  Burlington 40 

Howe,  John,  Insurance,  Castleton 97 

Hudson,  F.  W.,  Dentist,  Brandon 82: 

Hulbard,  R.  W.,  Lamps,  Dinner  Sets,  etc.,  Burling- 
ton      45 

Hunton,  C.  H.  &  Co.,  Monuments,  etc.,  Barre 166 

Husted  &  Bartley,  Tailors,  Vergennes 204 

Hutchins,  D.  N.,  Grocer,  Morrisville 217 

Hyde,  A.  S.  &  Son,  Grocers,  St.  Albans 110- 

Hyde,  E.  D.,  Hardware,  etc.,  Montpelier 145 

Island  Mills,  N.  G.  Norton  &  Sons,  Flour,  Meal,  etc., 

Vergennes 204 

Jackson,  A.  N.,  Dentist,  Hardwick 185 

Jackson,  Mrs.  F.  W.,  Millinery,  etc.,  Barre 167 

Jackson,  G.  I.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Barre 166 

Jacobs'  Home  Bakery,  Brattleboro 126 

Jeffords,  J.  M.,  Druggist,  Enosburg  Falls 116 

Johns,  A.  N.,  Furnishing  Goods,  etc.,  Burlington. . .  42 

Johnson,  F.  W. ,  Livery,  Brandon 85 

Jones  &  Kelly,  Fresh  and  Salt  Meats,  Burlington. . .  54 

Joslyn,  J.  M.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Morrisville 217 

Junction  House,  (N.  S.  Eddy,  Prop.)  White  River 

Junction 200 

Keefe,  J.  T.,  Boots,  Shoes,  etc..  Bellows  Falls 134 

Keenan,  Chas..  Planing  Mill,  Swanton 112 

Kelley,  Geo.  W.,  Wholesale  Grocer,  Burlington 51 

Kelley,  M.  B.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Bellows  Falls 134 

Kendrick  &  Kimball,  Druggists,  Barre 163 


GENERAL    INDEX, 


Kenerson,  C.  H.  &  Co.,  Monuments,  etc.,  Barre 165 

Kennedy,  Miss  S.  A.,  Millinery,  etc.,  Burlington 53 

Kent,  B.  L.,  Confectioner,  Burlinj^ton 45 

Kirk,  C.  E.,  Livery  Stable,  St.  Jolinsbury 184 

King,  Fred.,  Watches,  etc.,  Barre 166 

Kingsley,  Levi  G.,  Hardvpare,  Rutland 64 

Kinsella,  Henry,  Restauiant,  Rutland 75 

Kinsman,    W.    R.,  M'f  r  and  Dealer  in  Monumental 

Work,  Rutland 65 

Knapp,  Alvin,  Dentist,  Brattleboro 127 

Knight,  Jno.  L.,  Grocer,  Brandon 86 

Knowles,  R.  J.  &  Co.,  Upholstery,  St.  Albans 108 

Labaree,  C.  K.,  Chicago  and  Northern  Dressed  Beef, 

etc.,  Bellows  Falls 134 

La  Fountain,  M.,  Tailor,  Springfield 196 

Laird,  W.  H.  &  Co.,  Dry  Goods,  etc..  White  River 

Junction 202 

Lane,  A.  F. ,  Books,  St.  Albans 106 

Lane,  A.  W.,  Architect  and  Builder,  Barre 168 

Lane,  E.  H.,  M'f  r  Organ  Stop  Stems,  Winooski 56 

Lane,  W.  H.  &  Son,  Livery  Stable,  Burlington 51 

Lane  M'f'g  Co.,  Lane's  Patent  Circular  Saw  Mills, 

etc.,  Montpelier 143 

Lane,  The  Misses,  Variety  Store,  St.  Albans 109 

Lang  &  Campbell,  Jewelers,  Morrisville 215 

Lapelle,  A.,  Flour,  Feed,  etc.,  Swanton 113 

Laughlin,  E.  A.,  Tobacco,  St.  Albans 109 

Lawson  &  Davis,  Monuments,  etc.,  Hard  wick 186 

Le  Boeuf ,  Cyril,  Baker,  Rutland 75 

Leland,  C.  A.  &  Son,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Springfield...  196 

Leonard,  Eugene  S.,  Insurance,  Bellows  Falls 132 

Leo  &  McLaren,  Diy  Goods,  etc.,  Burlington 43 

Lewis,  Dr.  James,  Dentist,  Burlington 49 

Locklin,  J.  A.,  Oysters,  Groceries,  etc.,  Montpelier..  151 

Long,  Abraham,  Shoes,  Montpelier 152 

Long,  Clark  L.,  M'f'r  Carriages,  etc.,  Rutland 71 

Long,    Daniel  F.,  Bookseller  and  Stationer,   Mont- 
pelier    147 

Lougee  Bi'os.  &  Smythe,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  St.  Johns- 
bury 179 

Lucia,  Peter  M.,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Enosburg  Falls. .  116 
Lyon,  T.  J.,  M'f'r  Crackers,  Rutland 70 

Manchester  &  Spooner,  Druggists,  Brandon 85 

Manley,  Allen  H.,  Doors,  Sash    and  Blinds,  Enos- 
burg Falls 116 

Mann,  Dr.  W.  F.,  Dentist,  Barre 168 

Maranville,  J.  P.  &  Co.,  Grocers,  Rutland 75 

Marble  City  Market,  Denis  &  Crosier,   Props.,  Rut- 
land       73 

Marble  Savings  Bank,  The,  Rutland  65 

Marcelais,  Chas.  L.,  General  News  Dealer,  etc.,  Bur- 
lington      51 

Marrion,  Thos.  H.,  Monuments,  etc.,  Barre 168 

Marshall    Brothers,    Watches    and    Jewelry,    Rut- 
land      65 

Mascott,  F.  E.  &  Co.,  Carriage  Painters,  Castleton. .     97 

Mason,  O.  D.  &  Son,  Harness,  etc.,  Swanton 113 

Mathews  &  Hickok,  M'f'rs  Packing  Boxes,  Burling- 
ton      50 


Maxham,    Miss  E.   C,  Ladies'  Trimmings,  St.    Al- 
bans    107 

Maynard,  C.   T.   &  Co.,   M'f'rs  Marble   Machinery, 

Fair  Haven 91 

McDonald  &  Smith,  Furniture,  etc.,  Swanton 113 

McGaffey,  Andrew,  Harness,  etc.,  Bvnlington 53 

McGuirk,  J.  F.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Rutland 74 

Mcintosh,  E.  M.,  D.  D.  S.,  Montpelier 150 

McMahon,  Mrs.  P.  H.,  Ladies'  Bazaar,  Burlington..  49 

McWhorter,  Frank  &  Co.,  Clothing,  etc.,  Barre 164 

Mead  &  Parkhurst,  Druggist,  Fair  Haven 93 

Meagher,  M.,  Steam  Heating,  Gas  Fitting,  etc.,  Bur- 
lington     . .  52 

Mears,  A.  W.,  Harness,  etc.,  Morrisville 216 

Meigs,  J.  S.,  Tailor,  St.  Johnsbury 181 

Menus,  Frederick  R.,  Photographer,  Burlington 46 

Merriam's,  E.  N.,  Music  and  Art  Rooms,  Rutland. . .  70 

Merritt,  W.  T.,  Grocer,  St.  Albans 110 

Miller,  A.  E.,  M'f'r  Candies,  Brattleboro 125 

Miller,   Wm.,  M'f'r  Ginger  Ale,  Champagne  Cider, 

etc.,  Montpelier 144 

Miller  &   Ryan,   M'f'rs  Carriages  and  Sleighs,  St. 

Johnsbury 183 

Mills,  H.  Z.,  Dry  Goods,  Barre 163 

Milne  &  Wyllie,  Monuments,  Barre 169 

Miner,  S.  D.,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Vergennes. 205 

Miner,  L.  F.,  M'f'r  Wagons  and  Sleighs,  Rutland 76 

Minott,  A.  A.,  Dentist,  Northfield 211 

Montana,   L.   L.,    Bakery  and  Restaurant,    North- 
field 211 

Montpelier  Steam  Laundry,  (H.  M.  Whitcomb«fe  Son, 

Props.),  Montpelier 146 

Moore,  C.  H.,  Clothing,  Springfield 195 

Moore,  J.  C,  Hard  and  Woodenware,  St.  Johnsbury.  184 

Moore,  J.  G.,  Marble  Worker,  St  Albans 108 

Moore  &  Co.,  Fire  Insurance,  St.  Johnsbury 180 

Morehouse,  O.  H.,  Dentist,  Fair  Haven 91 

Morgan,  MissH.  J.,  Millinery  Goods,  Bennington...  192 

Morrill,  C.  T.,  Meats.  Groceries,  etc.,  Morrisville..  217 

Morse,  F.  A.  Druggist,  West  Rutland 78 

Mullins,  Miss  N.,  Millinery,  Rutland 76 

Munson,  H.  P.,  Merchandise,  Morrisville 215 

Nash,  Chas.  R.,  Stoves,  Ranges,  etc.,  Burlington 42 

National  Bank  of  Vergennes,  The 204 

National  Bank  of  White  River  Junction 199 

National  Life  Insurance  Co.,  The,  Montpelier 142 

Nelson,  Henry  J.,  M'f'r  and  Dealer,  Furniture,  Bur- 
lington   47 

Nichols,  C.  W.,  Photographer,  Rutland 71 

Nichols,  J.  G.  &  Son,  Clocks,  Watches,  etc.,  Barre. .  163 

Noyes,  Orrin  E.,  Tailor,  Springfield 196 

Nutting,  Wilson  D.,  Dry  Goods,  Brandon 82 

Olmstead,  A.  S.,  Groceries,  etc.,  St.  Albans 108 

Orton  &  Howe,  Meat  and  Vegetable  Choppers,  etc., 
Brattleboro 123 

Page,  R.  G.,  Sewing  Machines,  etc.,  Burlington 43 

Page  Bros.,  Livery  Stable,  Barre 170 

Park    View   House,    (D.    J.   Rutledge,   Prop.)   Fair 
Haven 93 


GENERAL     INDEX. 


Park  &  Dunbar,  Monuments,  Barre 167 

Parker,  G.  &  Son,  Slate,  Poultney 96 

Parmenter,  C,  Insurance,  Kutland 74 

Patrick,  E.  L.,  Watches  and. Jewelry,  Poultney 96 

Pease  &  Mason,  Clothiers,  Burlington 43 

Peck,  Oren  A.,  Furniture,  Fair   Haven 92 

Peck,  T.  S.,  Genei'al  Insurance  Agent,  Burlington. ..     41 

Peck  &  Cummins,  M'f  rs  Leather,  Montpelier 148 

Pelkey,  W.  II.,  M'f'rs  Slate  and  Marble  Columns, 

etc..  Fair  Haven 93 

Pelton  Printing  Company,  Job  Printers,  Rutland ...     72 

Pepin,  Dr.  H.  A.,  St.  Albans Ill 

Perrin,  G.  B.,  Photographer,  Springfield 195 

Perry  &  Camp,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Barre 165 

Pettee,  F.  G.,  Dentist,  Brattleboro 126 

Phelps  Brothers,  Hardware,  etc.,  Barre 160 

Phelps,  H.  M.  &  Co.,  Wholesale  Granite,  Burlington    42 

Phillips,  A.  B.,  Meat  Market,  Waterbury 173 

Phillips,  G.  T.,  D.  D.  S.,  Rutland 76 

Phillips,  Mrs.  W.  H.,  Millinery,  Brattleboro 124 

Pierce  House,  (J.  Higgins,  Prop.)  Middlebury 209 

Pierce,  Mrs.  E.  C,  Millinery,  etc.,  St.  Johnsbury 184 

Pierce,  II.  M.,  Coal,  Montpelier 149 

Pitkin's,  H.  B.,  Capital  Laundry,  Montpelier 152 

Pitkin  &  Skinner,  Swift's  Chicago  Dressed  Beef, 

Barre 162 

Plummer,   Luther    R.,   Crockery,    Glassware,   etc., 

Brattleboro 124 

Pollard,  B.  F.,  Tailor,  etc.,  Rutland 72 

Potter,  C.  W.,  Baker,  Barre 167 

Poultney  Slate  Company,  The,  Poultney  95 

Preston,  W.  S.,  Jewelry,  etc.,  Castleton 97 

Proctor,  O.  A.,  Meat  Market,  Fair  Haven 92 

Prouty,  E.  M.,  Contractor  and  Builder,  Swanton 113 

Prouty's,  J.  W.,  Famous  Portraits,  Brattleboro 125 

Quimby,  Geo.  H.,  Harness,  etc.,  Enosburg  Falls 117 

Randall,  O.  A.,  Livery  Stable,  White  River  Junction  201 

Rankine's,  T.,  Bakery,  Rutland 73 

Ranney  &  Perkins,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Springfield 195 

Ransom,  A.  L.,  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods,  etc.,  Castle- 
ton       97 

Red  Drug  Store,  The,  (H.  R.  Kimball,  Prop. )  Hard- 
wick  185 

Redfield  Printing  Company,  Fair  Haven 93 

Reed,  C.  &  Son,  Lumber,  Fair  Haven 92 

Reed,  G.  H.,  Contractor  and  Builder,  Brattleboro. ..  123 

Reed,  O.  H.,  Dentist,  Barre 167 

Reed  &  Taylor,  Wholesale  Tobacco  and  Cigars,  Bur- 
lington      40 

Reed,  C.  E.,  Clothing,  Northfield 211 

Register  Company,  Publishers  of  the  Middlebury 

Register 210 

Renaud,  N.  J.,  Confectionery,  etc.,  Vergennes 206 

Reynolds,  Geo.  J.  &  Co.,  Hardware,  etc.,  Barre 159 

Rich,  W.  B.,  Dentist,  Vergennes 205 

Richardson  &  Luce,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Waterbury 172 

Richardson,  Twigg  &  Co.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  St.  Al- 
bans    105 

Riker,  R.  R.,  Tailor,  Montpelier 152 

Roberts,  C.  B.,  Livery  Stable,  Montpelier 147 


Roberts,  Wm.,  Dining  Rooms,  St.  Albans 110 

Roberts  Brothers  &  Co.,  Insurance  Agents,  Burling- 
ton      55 

Robinson,  Dr.  J.  A.,  Dental  Surgeon,  Morrisville 215 

Rochester  Clothing  Company,  Rutland 74 

Roess,  J.  D.,  M'f'r  Cigars,  Brattleboro 125 

Rogers,  Isaac  &  Son,  Slate  Roofers,  etc.,  Burlington    47 

Root  &  Grandfield,  Meat  Market,  Waterbury 173 

Ross,  Chas.  E.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Rutland 70 

Ross,  Chas.  H.,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Brandon 84 

Ross,  Warren  E.,  Boots,  Shoes,  etc.,  Rutland 72 

Rowell,  A.  D.,  Jeweler,  etc.,  St.  Johnsbury 178 

Rowley  &  Prior,  Groceries,  Burlington 52. 

Rutland  Creamery,    (Hart  &   Marks,  Props.)   Rut- 
land       65 

Rutland  Savings  Bank,  Rutland 63. 

Rutland    Steam    Laundry,    (J.    D.    Storms,    Prop.) 

Rutland 69- 

Ruchleau,  O.  C,  Baker,  Fair  Haven 92: 

Russell,  J.,  Tailor,  Enosburg  Falls 116. 

Rutledge,  Jno.  E.,  Livery  Stable,  Fair  Haven 93. 

Ryan,  J.  W.,  Grocer,  St.  Albans. . .    Ill 

Sails,  H.  E.,  Tobacco,  Cigars,  etc.,  Burlington 53. 

Sargent,  H.  W.,  M'f'r  Cabinets,  Book    Cases,  etc., 

Brattleboro 12,3. 

Savery,  C.  E.,  Groceries,  Brandon 84 

Savage,  E.  F.,  Baker,  etc.,  Waterbury 172 

Scofield,  J.  &  Son,  Stoves,  etc.,  St.  Albans 109 

Scott,  Wm.,  Bookbinder,  Burlington 54 

Scott  &  Jones,  Groceries,  Brattleboro 127 

Sexton,  D.  F.,  Jewelers'  Supplies,  Brandon 84 

Shattuck,  G.  W.,  Groceries,  St.  Albans 105 

Sheei-ar,  J.,  Dentist,  St.  Albans Ill 

Sheldon,  W.  H.,  Di-uggist  and  Grocer,  Middlebury. .  209 

Shepard,  Mrs.  W.  F.  &  Co.,  Millinery,  Barre 164 

Sherburne,  F.  W.,  Photographer,  Barre 169 

Sibley,  G.  B.,  M'f'rs  Brush,    Briddles,  or  Binders, 

etc.,  Bennington 191 

Silsby,  D.  M.,  Livery  Stables,  Lyndonville 18T 

Sipperly,  W.  IL,  Photographer,  Vergennes 205 

Slade,  Miss  S.  S.,  Variety  Store,  Montpelier 149 

Slayton,  H.  A.  &  Co.,  Flour,  Mill  Feed,  etc.,  Mor- 
risville    215 

Slayton,  Fred  A.,  Livery  Stable,  Barre 165 

Smith,  Clinton,  Contractor  and  Builder,  Middlebury  209 

Smith,  Chas.  A.,  Druggist,  etc.,  Barre 160 

Smith,  Carlos  L.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Montpelier 152 

Smith,    Geo.   W.,   Baker   and    Confectioner,   White 

River  Junction 19!> 

Smith,  Loomis  J.,  Slate  Roofing,  Burlington  51 

Smith,  N.  F.,  Meat  Market,  Bennington 192 

Smith,  R.  H.,  Photographer,  St.  Albans 106 

Smith  &  Co.,  M'f'rs     Carriages   and  Sleighs,  Bur- 
lington      .52 

Smith  &  Ketchum,  Furniture,  Vergennes 206 

Smith,  W.  S.  &  Co.,  Boots,  Shoes,  etc.,  Rutland 76 

Smith,  Whitcomb   &    Cook,    M'f'rs   Barre   Turbine 

Water  Wheels,  Barre. 161 

Snelling,  F.  B.,  Photographer,  Lyndonville 187 

Soule,  A.  B.,  Dentist,  St.  Albans 110 

Spaulding,  A.  F.,  Machinist,  etc.,  Northfield 212 


GENERAL    INDEX. 


Spaulding,  J.  P.,  Bookseller,  etc.,  Rutland 70 

Spalding  &  Beach,  Grocers,  Burlington 54 

•Spaulding,  Kimball  &  Co.,  Wholesale  Grocers,  Bur- 
lington    43 

Spear  Brothers,  Architects  and  Builders,  Burlington  51 

Spencer,  G.  P.,  Monuments,  Lyndon 187 

Spencer,  T.  C,  Watches,  etc.,  St.  Johnsbury 183 

St.  Albans  Beef  Company,  St.  Albans 106 

St.  Albans  Foundry  Company,  St.  Albans 103 

St.  Amour  Felix,  Jeweler,  Enosburg  Falls 116 

St.  Johnsbury  House,  The,  (W.  L.  Krogman,  Prop.) 

St.  Johnsbury 180 

Stacy,  O.  C,  Livery  and  Boarding  Stables,  Burling- 
ton   49 

Standish,  F.  A.,  M'f  r  Cigars,  Montpelier 151 

Stearns,  R.  B.  &  Co.,  Park  Drug  Store,  Burlington. .  49 

Steele,  C.  W.,  D.  D.  S.,  Barre 162 

Steele,  E.  D.  &  Co.,  Clothing,  etc.,  St.  Johnsbury. . .  178 

Stevens,  Mrs.  C.  E.,  Millinery-,  Rutland 68 

Stone,  A.  G.,  Watches,  Clocks,  etc.,  Montpelier 143 

Stone,  D.,  Fish,  etc.,  Rutland 70 

Strain,  Miss  L.  M.,  Millinery,  Burlington 54 

Styles,  Robert  S.,  Steam  Job  Printer,  Burlington. . .  54 
Squire  &  Rawson,  Watches  and  Jewelry,  Benning- 
ton  , 194 

Sullivan,  Eugene  &  Co.,  Practical  Carving,  Barre. ..  169 

Temple,  John  M.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Northfield 211 

Temple  of  Fashion,  (Mrs.  J.  A.  McKanna,  Proprie- 
tress) Fine  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods,  Burling- 
ton      51 

Thompson,  C.  F.  &  Co.,  Hardware,  Brattleboro 126 

Thompson's    Steam    Laundry,    (D.    A.   Thompson, 

Prop. )  Bennington 193 

Thurber,  A.  E.,  Cracker  Baker,  Brattleboro  125 

Town's  Hotel,  (A.  R.  Mason,  Prop.)  Bellows  Falls. .  133 

Towne,  G.  J.  &  Co.,  Groceries,  Barre 159 

Towner,  S.  S.,  Furniture,  etc.,  Montpelier 144 

Townsend,  Chas.  G.,  Furniture,  etc.,  Rutland 71 

Trombley,  F.  N.,  Baker,  St.  Albans 109 

Turk,  B.  &  Bro.,  Clothing,  etc.,  Burlington 44 

Turrill,  Henry,  Dentist,  Rutland 75 

Tuttle,  F.  G.,  Fine  Shoes,  etc.,  Rutland 66 

Tuttle  Co.,  The,  (Corporation)  Publishers  and  Sta- 
tioners, Rutland 64 

Twitchell,  F.  F.  &  Co.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  St.  Albans..  107 
Twombly,  Aaron,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Lyndonville 187 

Union  Card  Company,  (Chas.  F.  Buswell,  Prop.) 
M'f  rs  Plain  and  Fancy  Cards,  Montpelier 145 

Union  Pacific  Tea  Company,  (B.  S.  Bain,  M'g'r)  Rut- 
land      66 

United  States  Clothes  Pin  Company,  Montpelier. ...  148 

Utton,  T.  W.,  Stable,  Morrisville   215 

Valentine  Knitting  Company,  M'f'rs  Knit  Under- 
wear. Bennington :   191 

Valiquette,  L.,  Jr.,  Boots. and  Shoes,  Rutland 75 


Venetian  Blind  Company,  Burlington 47 

Vermont  House,  (A.  G.  Nast,  Prop.)  Morrisville 217 

Vermont  Construction  Company,  Bridge  Building, 

St.  Albans 103 

Vermont  Farm  Machine  Co.,  The,  Bellows  Falls 131 

Vermont  Investment  Company,  The,  Burlington 55 

Vermont  Loan  and  Trust  Company,  Brattleboro 123 

Vermont  Mutual  Fire  Insurance  Co.,  Montpelier 144 

Wales,  Chas.  N.,  Butcher,  Enosburg  Falls 117 

Walker  &  Bros.,  O.  J.,  Wholesale  Grocers,  Burling- 
ton      46 

Ward,  A.  M.  &  Son,  Flour,  Grain,  etc.,  Hardwick. . .   186 

Warner,  W.  C,  Optician,  St.  Johnsbury 179 

Warren,  C.  C,  Harness,  Leather,  etc.,  Waterbury. .  173 

Watchie,  J.  L.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Lyndonville 187 

Waterbury  National  Bank,  Waterbury 172 

Waterman,  O.  M.,  Clothing,  etc.,  Morrisville 216 

Watkins,  R.  H.,  Stoves,  Ranges,  etp..  West  Rutland.     78 

Waters  &  Hubbell,  Drs.,  Burlington 50 

Welden   House,  Walter  B.    Johnson,  M'g'r,   St.  Al- 
bans    107 

Wells,  Lamson  &  Co.,  Granite,  Barre 159 

Weston  &  Smith,  Monuments,  etc.,  Montpelier 152 

Wheatley,  D.  S.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Montpelier 144 

Wheeler,  Chas.  F.,  Clothing,  Burlington 46 

Wheeler,  J.  C,  Agricultural  Implements  and  Carria- 
ges, Brandon 86 

Wheelock,  M.  W.,  Book  Binding,  Montpelier 151 

White,  E.,  Watchmaker  and  Jeweler,  Rutland 75 

White,  E.  H.,  Watches,  Jewelry,  etc.,  West  Rutland    78 
White  River  Furnituije  Company,  White  River  Junc- 
tion   201 

Whitney,  H.  T.,  Dentist,  Montpelier 146 

Wilder,  Geo.  W.,  Pianos  and  Organs,  Montpelier 1.50 

Wight,  Henry    M.,  Second    Hand    Furniture,    etc., 

Burlington 45 

Wilkinson,  E.  A.,  Monuments,  etc.,  Barre 167 

Williams,  F.  T.,  Picture  Frames,  etc.,  White  River 

Junction 200 

Williams,  S.  D.  &  Son,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Fair  Haven.     93 
Willoughby,  Harry,  Stoves,  Ranges,  etc.,  Benning- 
ton    192 

Wolfe,  A.  H.,  Fruit,  Nuts,  etc..  White  River  Junc- 
tion   202 

Woodbury,  Dr.  F.  A.,  Dentist,  Brattleboro 125 

Woodbury  Granite  Company,  Hardwick 185 

Woolson  Bros.,  Tailors,  Montpelier 147 

Woodward,  Fred.  R.,  Grocer,  St.  Albans 109 

Wyatt's,  A.  D.,  Studio,  Photographer,  Brattleboro..  124 

Wyman,  C.  &  Son,  Jewelry,  etc.,  St.  Albans 103 

Wyman  &  Wallace,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Waterbury 171 

Young,  Chas  &  Co.,  Granite,  Barre 164 

Young,  F.  E.,  Groceries,  etc.,  Brattleboro . " 126 

Zottman,  W.  H.  &  Co.,  Druggists,  Burlington 53 


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BURLINGTON 


I^URLINGTON,  the  "  Queen  City "  of  New  England,  is  in  every  feature  a  queen. 
With  mountains  to  the  east  of  her  and  mountains  to  the  west,  and  the  most  pictur- 
esque of  lakes  at  her  feet,  .  she  stands  indeed  in  imperial  beauty,  unrivalled  in  the 
variety  of  her  natural  attractions.  A  writer  in  the  American  Journal  of  Education  says 
of  Burlington  :  "The  Queen  City  of  Lake  Champlain  has  the  mountain  scenery  of  Scot 
land,  the  sky  and  sunsets  of  Italy,  the  valleys  and  verdure  of  France,  the  lake  views  of 
Switzerland,  and  the  quiet,  park-like  surroundings  of  an  English  landscape.  In  a  word, 
it  is  a  gem  set  in  an  emerald  ring  of  natural  beauty,  which  can  hardly  be  equalled  anywhere  else 
in    New    England,    and   can    be   excelled  nowhere." 

The  first  settler  who  came  into  Burlington  was  Mr.  P'elix  Powell,  in  the  year  1773.  On  the 
22d  day  of  October,  1774,  Mr.  Powell  purchased  of  Samuel  Averill,  of  Litchfield,  Conn.,  in  consid- 
eration of  ^30,  a  tract  of  land  in  Burlington.  From  the  close  of  the  war  with  Great  Britain 
the  town  was  rapidly  settled.  Mr.  Erastus  Bostwick,  now  about  94  years  of  age,  says  that  when 
he  first  came  to  Burlington  some  time  previous  to  1791,  there  were  but  three  houses  at  the  vil- 
lage or  bay,  as  it  was  then  called;  they  were  situated  near  the  foot  of  Water  Street.  Captain 
King  kept  tavern  at  the  northeast  corner  of  King  and  Water  streets,  a  two-story  house  with  a 
kitchen  in  the  rear ;  it  was  at  this  house  that  the  courts  of  Chittenden  County  were  held  for  a 
few  years  after  Burlington  was  made  a  shire  town.  A  Scotchman  or  Englishman  named  Grant 
was  engaged  in  mercantile  business  in  a  small,  one-roomed  log  store  ;  he  kept  cloths,  groceries, 
etc.,  for  sale.  A  few  logs  fastened  to  the  shore  of  the  lake  was  the  beginning  of  the  old 
wharf.  Lumbermen  had  a  few  huts  in  the  vicinity  of  the  square,  which  was  covered  with  bushes 
and  shrubbery  with  now  and  then  a  pine  tree.  It  is  interesting  to  note  that  by  the  energy  and 
enterprise  of  these  strong  and  hardy  first  settlers  the  foundations  of  the  metropolis  of  Verniont  were 
laid.  The  city  probably  derived  its  name  from  a  Burling  family,  who  were  among  the  first 
settlers  here,  although  this  matter  is  a  subject  of  doubt.  Burlington  is  the  capital  of  Chitten- 
den County,  and  the  trade  center  of  Lake  Champlain.  It  is  situated  at  the  only  point  (with  one 
or  two  exceptions)  where  the  railroad  system  of  the  state  touches  Lake  Champlain,  and  is  the 
terminus  of  railroads  running  to  the  seaboard  and  the  commercial  centers  of  New  York,  Boston, 
Portland,  Montreal  and  the  West ;  is  connected  by  lake  navigation  with  the  entire  Champlain 
Valley  and  Eastern  New  York,  the  outlet  with  ample  railroad  connections  of  the  rich  valleys  of 
the  Winooski  and  Lamville  Rivers  and  the  fertile  counties  of  Western  Vermont.  With  ample 
water-power  within  its  limits,  with  coal  dumped  on  its  docks  direct  from  the  coal  fields,  as 
cheaply  as  on  the  Hudson,  and  water  works  supplying  water  under  a  powerful  head,  Burlington 
affords  unsurpassed  facilities  for  mercantile  and  manufacturing  business.  No  city  or  village  in 
New  England  surpasses  Burlington  in  beauty  of  location.  It  is  situated  on  a  hill  whose  gentle 
slope  rises  gradually  back  from  the  lake  front  until  its  highest  point  is  reached  a  mile  from  the 
shore.       The    principal    streets  run    east    and   west,  and    are    intersected   by    numerous   others  extend- 


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BURLINGTON,     VERMONT.  35 

ing  north  and  south,  cutting  the  city  into  regular  squares.  Upon  the  highest  point — College  Hill 
—is  situated  the  University  of  Vermont,  from  whose  lofty  dome  one  of  the  finest  views  of  Iak« 
and   mountain   scenery   in    this   country    can   be    obtained. 

Burlington  has  a  population  of  about  17,000  inhabitants,  and  its  growth  in  population  and 
in  the  number  of  its  buildings,  is  the  result  of  the  excellent  rail  and  water  communication,  the 
public  spirit  and  intelligent  enterprise  of  its  citizens  and  the  excellence  of  its  literary  and  char- 
itable institutions,  together  with  the  harmonious  relations  existing  between  employers  and  employees. 
The  city  is  kept  inviting  and  healthy.  Its  streets  are  well  lined  with  shade  trees,  the  water 
supply  is  pure  and  abundant,  the  police  force  prompt  and  efficient  in  enforcing  the  laws,  and  the 
fire  department,  thoroughly  organized,  and  supplemented  by  the  fire  alarm  telegraph  and  tele- 
phone, furnishes  protection  to  property.  The  streets  are  lighted  by  electricity.  The  letter-car- 
rier system  is  in  operation,  and  convenient  means  of  transit  to  the  extreme  limits  of  the  city 
and    to   Winooski    is   furnished    by   street  railways. 

Few  cities  of  its  size  have  as  many  public  improvements  and  institutions  as  Burlington. 
The  citizens  may  well  feel  proud  of  them  and  the  good  work  they  are  doing,  and  they  are  sure 
guarantees  of  the  city's  future  advancement.  Among  these  public  institutions,  with  a  conserva- 
tive estimate  of  their  cost  and  fund  may  be  mentioned  the  following :  University  of  Vermont, 
$500,000;  Medical  College,  $50,000;  Billings  Library  Building,  $150,000;  Vermont  Episcopal  Insti- 
tute, $100,000;  St.  Joseph's  College,  $25,000;  Park  Gallery  of  Art,  $25,000;  Fletcher  Free  Library, 
$50,000;  Mary  Fletcher  Hospital,  $450,000;  Howard  Relief  Association,  $60,000;  Home  for  DeS' 
titute  Children,  $200,000 ;  Young  Men's  Christian  Association,  $50,000  ;  Howard  Opera  House, 
$100,000;  Custom  House,  $40,000;  City  Hall,  $30,000;  Court  House,  $75,000;  Providence 
■Orphan  Asylum,  $100,000;  Girls'  School  of  Vermont  Episcopal  Institute,  $60,000;  Lake  View 
Retreat,  $30,000;  Burlington  Cancer  Relief,  $20,000;  Burlington  Yacht  Club  House,  $5,000;  ten 
churches,    $475,000;  nine  school    buildings,    $130,000;    total,    $2,725,000. 

Burlingto'n  has  some  elegant  private  residences  of  stately  size  with  broad  grounds  and  ample 
lawns,  and  many  tasteful  though  less  costly  ones.  Few  places  are  so  finely  shaded,  and  it  is  a 
•common  remark  of  visitors  who  ride  about  the  city,  that  they  have  rarely,  if  ever,  seen  a  place 
of   its   size   possessing   so  many  tasteful    dwellings  with   such    handsome    surroundings. 

In  addition  to  favorable  geographical  position  and  intimate  connections  with  the  great  trans- 
portation companies  of  the  state,  Burlington  has  the  inherent  elements  of  a  live  and  busy 
metropolis,  exhibiting  as  it  does  a  commercial  activity  and  a  business  prosperity  to  be  found  in 
no   other   inland  city   of   its   size    in   the   country. 

PUBLIC  LIBRARIES. 

The  University  library  contains  35,475  volumes,  which  are  stored  in  the  Billings  library  build- 
ing. This  building,  noted  for  its  architectural  beauty,  was  erected  at  an  expense  of  $150,000. 
The    Fletcher   Free   Library   contains  17,500   volumes. 

THE  UNIVERSITY  OF  VERMONT. 

The  University  of  Vermont,  chartered  by  the  Legislature  in  1791,  and  rechartered  in  1865  as 
the  "University  of  Vermont  and  State  Agricultural  College,"  is  classed  among  the  older  and 
leading  colleges  of  the  country.  Its  grounds  and  buildings  are  valued  at  $275,000  ;  its  libraries 
•collections  and  apparatus  at  $100,000.  It  has  invested  funds,  including  lands  and  the  congres- 
sional grant,  amounting  to  $365,000.  Its  annual  income  for  the  payment  of  salaries  and  current 
expenses  is  $35,000.  It  receives  from  the  state  $6,000  annually  for  ind'istrial  instruction  and 
the  aid  of  poor  students.  The  institution  has  no  indebtedness.  The  value  of  such  an  insti- 
tution not  only  financially,  but  as  affording  the  very  best  facilities  to  the  people  for  higher  edu- 
cation, and  in  giving  character  to  the  city  wherever  its  name  is  mentioned,  cannot  be  over- 
estimated. 

Its  graduates   and   those   of  the   medical  department,    which   is   also   in    a   most   flourishing  con- 


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dition,    may   be    found   in    all    parts    of     the   country    and     are    ever     ready    to    bear   witness    to    the 
excellence   of   its   course   of  study   and    to    the   many   educational    advantages    of    Burlington. 


The  Vermont  Episcopal  Institute  and  the  girls'  school  in  connection  therewith,  St. 
Joseph's  College,  and  the  Burlington  Commercial  College,  are  all  in  most  successful  operation  and 
are    patronized    by  large    numbers. 

Professor  Sauvers'  Summer  School  of  Languages  is  now  permanently  located  here 
and   brings    to    Burlington    from    five    hundred    to    six    hundred   students    during   the    summer  months. 

BANKING. 

National  banks  (two). 

Capital $    800,000 

Surplus 160,000 

Deposits 1,200,000 

Savings  bank  and  trust  companies  (two). 

Amounts 2,200,000 


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INSURANCE  AGENCIES. 

Capital  represented. 

Fire  Companies $150,000,000 

Life  Companies 252,000,000 

TRADE   AND   MANUFACTURES. 

From    a   tabular   statement   of   the    latest   and    best    authority   we   gather   the  following   facts  as  to 
the   trade    and   manufactures  alone    of    Burlington. 

Amount  of  capital  employed , $  5,512,050 

Amount  of  sales  and  product 13,358,900 

Number  of  employees 3677 

Monthly  pay  roll 117,547 

The  annual  wages  paid  to  employees  amounts  to 1,410,564 

These  results  are  largely  due  to  the  freedom  of  Burlington  from  strikes  and  labor  troubles, 
which,  history  proves,  invariably  work  disaster  to  business  and  recoil  most  severely  on  the  laboring 
classes. 

The  lumber  firms  represent  a  capital  of  $4,000,000,  and  employ  in  their  business  in  this  city 
$1,500,000.       The    lumber   sold   and    shipped  from    Builington  annually   amounts  to    150,000,000    feet. 

WATER  WORKS. 

Burlington  is  supplied  with  water  from  Lake  Champlain,  which  is  forced  to  reservoirs  300 
feet  above  the  level  of  the  lake,  which  gives  an  excellent  head  of  water  in  every  house  in  the 
city,  besides  being  ample  in  case  of  fire.  The  capacity  of  the  reservoirs  is  over  6,000,000  gal- 
lons. The  water  taxes  are  paid  by  the  consumers  directly  to  the  city  treasurer,  the  rates  being 
as  low  as  any  city  and  much  lower  than  many.  Water  is  distributed  through  thirty-one  miles  of 
main  to  every    part  of   the   city,    and  there    are    175  hydrants,    affording  ample  protection  against  fire. 

THE  FIRE  DEPARTMENT. 

Burlington's  fire  department  consists  of  six  companies,  one  of  which  is  a  hook  and  ladder 
company.  It  is  well  organized  and  disciplined  and  is  second  to  no  volunteer  organization  of  its 
kind  in  the  country ;  and  it  has  shown  itself  capable  of  most  efficient  service  in  arresting  and 
preventing  the  spread  of  conflagrations.  The  annual  expense  of  the  entire  department,  includ- 
ing the  fire  alarm  telegraph,  is  only  about  $4,500.  The  streets  are  regular  and  tastefully  laid 
out,  making  more  than  fifty  miles  of  road  in  the  city  most  of  which  is  either  paved  or  macada- 
mized. The  streets  are  lighted  with  113  arc  electric  lights  of  2000  candle  power  each,  at  an 
annual  expense   of    about   $9,000. 

PUBLIC  PARKS. 

Burlington  is  highly  favored  in  having  so  many  large  and  beautiful  public  parks.  City  Hall 
Park,  near  the  center  of  the  city,  is  in  the  form  of  a  square  and  embraces  about  two  acres. 
It  is  surrounded  by  the  leading  hotels,  Fletcher  Free  Library,  Ethan  Allen  Engine  House, 
Y.  M.  C.  A.  building,  banks  and  various  mercantile  establishments.  In  the  northern  part  of  the 
city,  on  a  bluff  overlooking  Lake  Champlain,  is  Battery  Park.  During  the  war  of  18 12,  when 
the  English  menaced  Plattsburg,  the  public  stores  were  removed  to  Burlington,  and  a  battery  was 
placed  on  the  site  of  Battery  Park ;  hence  the  name.  Queen  City  Park  and  Howard  Park,  the 
former   a   popular    resort   for    picnic    parties,    are    to    the   south   of   the  city. 

TRANSPORTATION  FACILITIES. 

Burlington  enjoys  superior  transportation  facilities  and  is  admirably  situated  for  commerce. 
It   lies    on    the    direct    line   of    navigation    by     the    lakes    and    canals   between    Montreal    and    New 


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York,    and   during   nine    months   of   the   year   its   products    and    manufactures   can    be  shipped   to  the 


largest  cities    by    water,    including   those   on    the    great    lakes,    and    by   the   same    means  of    transpor- 
tation   is    received     the    larger   proportion    of    its    raw   material,    lumber,    coal    and    other    necessaries. 


BURLINGTON,     VERMONT.  39 

Railway  lines  radiate  in  every  direction,  and  there  is  no  city  of  importance  that  cannot  be  reached 
from  here  by  almost  a  direct  route.  Three  lines  of  railroad,  the  Central  Vermont,  Burlington 
&  Lamville,  and  Rutland  &  Burlington  enter  the  city ;  and  directly  across  Lake  Champlain,  ten 
miles  distant,  and  connected  by  boats,  is  the  railroad  of  the  Delaware  &  Hudson  Canal  Co. 
The  Champlain  Transportation  Co.  has  its  headquarters  in  Burlington  and  its  steamers  are  among 
the  largest  and  most  elegant  on  inland  waters.  They  run  in  connection  with  the  D.  &  H. 
Railroad,  Lake  George  steamers,  and  Hudson  River  steamers,  transporting  large  amounts  of 
freight  and  affording  a  most  delightful  trip  through  the  lake  to  the  large  numbers  who  select  this 
route   for   business    and    pleasure    travel. 

AS  A  PLACE  OF  RESIDENCE. 

This  city,  from  her  favorable  location,  her  advantageous  surroundings,  her  commercial  facil- 
ities, her  business  opportunities,  her  manufactures,  her  solidity,  her  advantages  as  a  shipping 
and  distributing  point,  her  wealth,  the  intelligence,  culture,  taste,  refinement  and  moral 
advancement  of  her  people;  the  public  and  private  enterprise,  her  excellent  sanitary  condi- 
tion, her  metropolitan  advantages;  in  short,  the  thousand  and  one  things  that  tend  to  make 
a  city  a  desirable  place  of  residence,  is  beginning  to  attract  the  attention  of  people  from  abroad 
who  have  learned  of  the  place.  As  a  result,  a  tide  of  capital  and  business  industry  and  enter- 
prise is  gradually  settling  in  this  direction,  which  will  assist  very  materially  in  building  up  at 
this  point  a  city  destined  at  no  distant  day  to  take  a  prominent  place  among  the  inland  cities 
of  America.  The  inhabitants  of  Burlington  are  composed  very  largely  of  mechanics,  tradesmen, — 
"  sons  of  toil."  The  wealth  is  more  equally  distributed  among  the  citizens  than  in  larger  and 
more   densely   populated    cities.       There   are   many   wealthy   people    and   but   few    really   poor. 

Situated  in  the  midst  of  the  beautiful  Champlain  Valley,  and  surrounded  on  all  sides,  far  and 
near,  by  the  most  populous,  wealthiest,  and  best  agricultural  county  to  be  found  in  the  state, 
Burlington  enjoys  a  local  or  domestic  revenue  from  beyond  her  limits  unequalled  anywhere. 
Socially  and  morally  Burlington  will  compare  favorably  with  any  city  in  the  world.  Her  citi- 
zens are  in  the  main  church-going  people,  and  as  a  result  the  city  is  adorned  with  many  elegant 
and  costly  places  of  worship,  the  following  denominations  being  represented :  two  Congregational, 
two  Baptist,  Episcopal,  St.  Mary's  Cathedral  (R.  C),  St.  Joseph's  (French).  The  Baptists  have 
a  French  mission  and  there  is  a  Jewish  synagogue.  The  public  schools  of  the  city  are  of  such 
a  character  as  to  cause  the  citizens  to  speak  of  them  with  pride.  These,  together  with  the 
numerous  schools  of  a  higher  grade,  have  had  a  tendency  to  raise  the  social  and  moral  standard 
of  the  people.  Four  newspapers  are  published  here  beside  the  University  Cynic,  which  is  a 
monthly  college  publication.  The  different  lines  of  railroads  that  center  in  this  city  and  the 
shipping  facilities  by  boat  indicate  the  advantages  of  Burlington  as  a  shipping  point,  and  the 
opportunities  for  rapid  and  convenient  travel  could  not  well  be  improved.  The  mechanics  and 
laboring  men  of  Burlington  generally  own  houses  of  their  own,  and  as  a  consequence  houses  can 
be  rented  at  reasonable  rates.  Shabby  or  unsightly  tenement  houses  are  almost  unknown  in 
Burlington. 

Statistics  prove  that  Burlington  is  one  of  the  most  healthful  cities  on  the  American  Conti- 
nent. Its  climate  is  pure  and  genial,  the  temperature  being  modified  and  regulated  by  the  moun- 
tains and  lake.  The  city  is  subject  to  no  prevailing  diseases.  The  location  is  admirable  for 
complete  drainage,  and  its  sanitary  condition  is  well  regulated  by  an  efficient  board  of  health. 
The  manufacturing  facilities  of  this  city,  with  her  opportunities  and  advantages  as  a  shipping  point, 
afford  the  capitalist  and  manufacturer  a  brilliant  prospect,  while  her  educational,  moral,  social  and 
sanitary  advantages  render  Burlington  a  most  desirable  place  for  residence.  This  then,  is  our 
*'  Queen    City,"   the    Burlington   of   to-day. 


BURLINGTON. 


HOWARD  NATIONAL  BANK,  Church  and  College 
Streets. — The  best  patronized  bank  iu  Burlington  is  the  Howard 
National  Bank,  which  occupies  the  ground  floor  of  its  own  ornate 
and  substantial  brick  block,  at  the  corner  of  Church  and  College 
Streets.  This  bank  was  incorporated  in  1870,  with  a  capital  of  $300,- 
000,  and  is  officered  as  follows,  viz. :  president,  F.  M.  Van  Sicklen ; 
vice-president,  C.  M.  Spaulding;  cashier,  F.  E.  Burgess;  directors, 
F.  M.  Van  Sicklen,  C.  M.  Spaulding,  Joel  H.  Gates.  Edward  Wells,  D. 
W.  Robinson.  The  banking  rooms  are  centrally  and  desirably  lo- 
cated, handsomely  appointed  and  provided  with  improved  safes  and 
vaults,  affording  ample  accommodation  for  the  public,  and  possess- 
ing every  modern  convenience  for  facilitating  the  business  in  hand. 
A  general  banking  business  is  transacted,  including  the  receiving  of 
deposits,  the  discounting  of  approved  commercial  paper,  the  collec- 
tion of  drafts,  and  the  dealing  in  foreign  exchange  and  flrst-class 
securities  of  all  kinds.  From  its  inception  this  bank  has  retained 
the  confidence  of  the  public  in  a  marked  degree.  Its  founders  were 
men  who  had  the  rare  foresight  to  recognize  the  possibilities  of  such 
an  institution,  and  who  laid  the  foundations  sufficiently  strong  and 
deep  to  bear  any  superstructure  that  time,  experience  and  wealth 
might  rear.  They  built  well,  and  they  and  their  coadjutors  are  emi- 
nently worthy  of  maintaining  the  popularity  and  prosperity  already 
achieved.  Under  its  present  wise  and  conservative  management, 
this  bank  is  doing  a  large  and  safe  business,  all  its  movements  being 
marked  by  prudence,  caution  and  honorable  business  methods,  and 
it  is  widely  recognized  as  one  of  those  solid,  ably  conducted  institu- 
tions which  reflect  credit  alike  upon  its  officers  and  the  community 
in  which  its  influence  is  felt.  It  now  has  the  largest  number  of  de- 
positors of  any  bank  in  the  state,  and  its  last  statement,  made  Nov. 
5,  1890,  shows  surplus  and  profits  amounting  to  $100,000:  individual 
deposits,  $400,000.  Its  executive  officers  are  gentlemen  with  whom 
it  is  always  a  pleasure  to  do  business.  Prompt,  obliging  and  efficient 
in  all  their  dealings  with  the  public,  they  are  naturally  popular,  and 
in  their  own  personality  uphold  the  credit  of  the  bank,  in  both  finan- 
cial, commercial  and  social  life.  The  president,  Mr.  Van  Sicklen, 
and  the  vice-president,  Mr.  Spaulding,  have  been  connected  with  the 
bank  since  its  organization,and  have  been  foremost  in  placing  it  upon 
a  solid  and  substantial  basis.  Mr.  Van  Sicklen  is  a  retired  merchant, 
long  identified  with  the  commercial  growth  and  financial  prosperity 
of  this  city.  Mr.  Spaulding  is  a  well-known  capitalist,  president  of 
the  Porter  Manufacturing  Company  and  the  Cedar  Beach  Associa- 
tion. The  cashier,  Mr.  Burgess,  is  a  native  of  New  York  state,  and  a 
financier  of  experience,  ability  and  wide  acquaintance;  while  the  board 
of  directors  comprises  much  of  the  solid  business  element  of  the  city. 

HEOTAN  "W.  AliliEN  &  CO.,  Jobbers  and  Retailers  of  Dry 
Goods,  Nos.  81  and  83  Church  Street.— As  the  leading  establishment 
of  its  kind  in  BurUngton,  this  house  is  worthy  of  accurate  historical 
reference.  It  was  founded  in  1848  by  Messrs.  Edward  and  Elias  Ly- 
man. Three  years  later  Mr.  Edward  Lyman  became  sole  proprietor, 
continuing  as  such  until  1868,  when  Mr.  Heman  W.  Allen,  who  had 
been  a  clerk  in  the  house  for  a  number  of  years,  and  had  shown  spe- 
cial aptitude  for  the  business,  was  admitted  to  partnership  under  the 
firm  name  of  Lyman  &  Allen.  This  firm  became  a  power  in  the  job- 
bing, as  well  as  retail,  dry  goods  trade,  extending  its  business  through- 
out Vermont  and  northern  New  York,  and  being  recognized  as  the 
leader  of  the  trade  in  this  entire  territory.  In  1879  they  took  posses- 
sion of  their  present  spacious  quarters,  comprising  two  floors,  50  x  75 
feet  each,  admirably  situated  in  the  Howard  Opera  House  Block,  and 
elegant  in  all  their  arrangements  and  appointments.  The  location 
is  the  most  central,  and  it  is  easy  of  access  from  every  part  of  the 
city  and  surrounding  country.  The  interior  is  fitted  up  and  furnished 
in  keeping  with  the  correct  taste  and  sound  judgment  of  the  proprie- 
tors; no  expense  has  been  spared,  and  all  departments  are  well 
lighted,  and  commodious  alike  for  customers  and  the  adequate  dis- 


play of  the  firm's  immense  stock.  The  establishment  is  the  busiest 
in  its  line  in  the  city,  its  counters  being  thronged  with  patrons  from 
all  classes  of  the  community.  Eucli  department  is  complete  within 
itself,  while  the  corps  of  clerks  and  salesmen,  numbering  twenty-two 
in  all,  are  noted  for  their  courtesy  and  obliging  manners,  combining 
with  a  thorough  k  lowledge  of  their  duties  a  faculty  for  anticipating 
the  wants  of  customers,  laying  before  tliem  a  full  variety  of  tex- 
tures, patterns  and  shades  from  which  to  choose.  The  splendid 
stock  contains  everything  desirable  in  dress  goods,  including  the 
latest  shades  in  black  and  colored  silks,  satins,  velvets  and  velveteens 
ottomans,  Rhadamaux.  cashmeres  and  prints;  the  latest  styles  in 
cloaks,  suits  and  wraps;  jerseys  and  jersey  waists,  coats  and  shawls; 
linens,  woolens  and  worsteds;  blankets,  fiannels  and  domestics; 
hosiery,  gloves  and  underwear;  corsets,  bustles  and  dress  trimmings; 
laces,  ribbons  and  embroideries;  notions,  fancy  goods  and  small 
wares  in  great  variety  and  profusion.  This  firm  are  always  first  to 
secure  the  most  desirable  novelties  in  all  fabrics  of  the  loom,  in  no- 
tions and  fancy  goods.  Mr.  Frank  D.  Abernetliy,  who  had  been  in 
the  employ  of  the  house  since  1879,  was  admitted  as  a  partner  in  1885. 
Two  years  later,  the  honored  senior  partner,  Mr.  Lyman,  died,  after 
.a  long,  honorable  and  successful  business  career,  and  the  house  has 
since  been  conducted  under  the  present  name  and  style.  Mr.  Allen, 
the  accomplished  head  of  the  house,  is  a  native  Vernionter,  iu  the 
active  prime  of  life,  served  in  the  late  war,  the  13th  Vermont  In- 
fantry, is  a  member  of  the  Burlington  Board  of  Trade,  and  des- 
ervedly popular  in  social  and  business  life.  Mr.  Abernetliy  was  born 
in  Bristol.Vt.,  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  and  combines  to  form 
a  firm  of  commanding  influence,  wide  popularity  and  solid  worth. 


REED  &  TAYIiOR,  Wholesale  Dealers  in  Tobacco,  Cigars, 
Snuff.  Pipes,  etc..  No.  129  and  131  St.  Paul  Street.— The  firm  name  of 
Reed  &  Taylor  constitutes  the  most  valuable  trademark  known  to 
the  cigar  and  tobacco  trade  in  Vermont,  and  the  vast  demand  for  the 
reliable  and  fragrant  goods  bearing  this  brand,  has  resulted  in  the 
development  of  one  of  the  largest  manufacturing  interests  of  the  kin* 
in  this  section,  while  Burlington  is  materially  benefited  as  being  the 
centre  of  this  important  trade.  Messrs.  Reed  &  Taylor  are  widely 
prominent  as  wholesale  dealers  in  Tobacco,  Cigars,  Snuff,  Pipes, 
etc.,  and  occupy  spacious  and  commodious  premises  at  Nos.  139  and 
131  St.  Paul  Street.  The  business  was  established  some  twenty-five 
years  ago  by  Messrs.  Murray  &  Reed,  and  in  1883  the  present  firm 
succeeded  to  the  control.  The  firm  has  made  a  close  study  of  the 
public  want,  and  has  in  stock  by  far  the  most  varied  and  compre- 
hensive assortment  of  fine  goods,  in  all  styles,  sorts  and  makes  to  be 
found  in  this  city,  so  as  to  be  prepared  to  satisfactorily  meet  the 
most  exacting  requirements  of  the  trade.  In  a  word,  this  firm  make 
their  customers'  interests  their  own,  and  dealei-s  feel  safe  in  buying 
from  such  an  honorable,  responsible  house,  realizing  that  they  best 
meet  the  wants  of  their  own  trade,  and  can  in  that  way  permanently 
develop  a  profitable  business  in  their  section  against  all  odds.  The 
cigars  manufactured  and  sold  by  Blessrs.  Reed  &  Taylor  are  rapidly 
distancing  all  competition  wherever  introduced,  being  everywhere 
popular  for  their  delicacy  of  fiavor,  true  fragrance,  jierfect  work- 
manship and  select  leaf.  The  firm  have  built  up  their  trade  in  these 
goods  on  the  basis  of  reliability  and  quality,  and  are  seeking  for 
themselves  the  benefits  accruing  from  the  production  of  honest, 
well-made  goods.  We  cannot  too  .strongly  recommend  hotels, 
restaurants  and  the  trade  generally,  to  sample  the  goods  of  this 
house,  as  they  give  universal  satisfaction,  sell  quickly,  hold  custom- 
ers, and  return  a  good  profit  to  the  retailer.  The  individual  members 
of  this  firm  are  Messi-s.  J.  Q.  Reed  and  O.  C.  Taylor,  the  former  a 
native  of  Vermont,  the  latter  of  New  York,  and  both  gentlemen  of 
unflagging  energy  and  enterprise  who  have  secured  to  Burlington  a 
highly  beneficial  branch  of  wholesale  trade,  and  are  worthy  of  the 
substantial  success  and  prosperity  they  now  enjoy. 


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BAIIjEY'S  music  ROOinS,    H.  W.    Hall,    Manager.— In 

this  age  of  well-nigh  universal  musical  education,  when  in  every 
family  of  refinement  a  piano-forte  is  a  necessity,  it  is  a  matter  of 
general  interest  to  secure  some  reliable  advice  as  to  the  best  place 
to  patronize  for  articles  iu  this  line.  Tlie  oldest  and  best  known 
house  in  Vermont  engaged  in  the  piano  and  organ  trade  is  that 
known  as  Bailey's  Music  Rooms,  located  at  Nos.  149  and  151  Main 
Street  in  this  city.  This  house  has  been  in  successful  operation 
since  1871,  and  its  responsibility  and  reliabilitj-  is  well  establislied. 
The  affairs  of  the  house  are  under  the  expert  management  of  Mr. 
H.  W.  Hall,  who  employs  a  dozen  or  more  traveling  salesmen 
throughout  the  state.  This  house  has  the  agency  for  such  celebrated 
pianos  as  the  Knabe,  Chickering,  Ivers  &  Pond,  P^stey.  Steck, 
Miller  and  Sterling;  also  the  Estey,  Carpenter  and  Chicago  Cottage 
Sterling  organs.  Slieet  music  and  nmsical  merchandise  In  large 
quantities  are  also  carried  in  stock,  and  the  house  is  recognized  as  a 
true  type  of  the  possibilities  of  the  modern  nmsic  trade.  There  is 
-nothing  produced  in  either  hemisphere  in  the  line  of  musical  goods 
■which  cannot  be  furnished  by  this  house  at  short  notice  and  at 
terms  and  prices  which  challenge  competition.  Mr.  Hall  sells 
every  instrument  on  its  merits,  and  is  in  a  position  to  offer  the 
rarest  inducements  to  purchasers  as  regards  both  price  and  quality. 
Pianos  and  organs  are  rented  and  sold  on  easy  payments,  thus 
■bringing  them  within  the  reach  of  all  classes  of  the  community. 
Those  of  our  readers  contemplating  the  purchase  of  an  instrument 
should  call  at  these  rooms  and  inspect  for  themselves,  or  write  to 
Mr.  Hall,  and  they  will  find  their  wants  supplied  with  no  trouble  or 
annoyance  on  tlieir  part  and  at  very  little  cost.  "  Honest  goods  at 
honest  prices  "  is  the  motto  of  the  house,  and  to  this  principle  it 
strictly  adheres.  Mr.  A.  L.  Bailey,  the  proprietor,  also  conducts  a 
similar  establishment  at  St.  Johnsbury.  Mr.  Hall,  the  manager  in 
this  city,  is  known  in  the  musical  world  as  an  accomplished  expo- 
nent of  this  line  of  trade.  Eleven  years  ago  Mr.  Hall  came  to  this 
city  in  the  employ  of  A.  L.  Bailey  of  St.  Johnsbury,  and  with  Col. 
John  E.  Fox  as  his  only  assistant,  started  in  a  small  way  to  intro- 
duce the  pianos  and  organs  among  our  citizens  then  sold  by  Mr. 
Bailey.  From  this  small  beginning  has  been  built  up  through  the 
energy  and  push  of  Mr.  Hall,  one  of  the  largest  houses  in  New  Eng- 
land, and  one  which  now  employs  a  large  number  of  traveling 
salesmen,  the  most  of  whom  reside  in  Burlington.  By  close  atten- 
tion to  business.  Mr.  Hall  has  accumulated  a  considerable  amount  of 
property,  his  residence  on  Clark  Street  being  one  of  the  best 
appointed  cottages  in  the  city.  Mr.  Hall  is  a  member  of  Green 
Mountain  Lodge,  No.  1,  I.  O.  O.  F.  and  Green  Mountain  Encamp- 
ment, No.  3.  of  this  city,  where  he  passed  the  various  chairs  of  the 
Subordinate  Lodge  and  Encampment,  and  in- 1885  was  elected  a  rep- 
resentative to  the  Grand  Lodge,  of  wliich  he  received  the  appoint- 
ment of  Grand  Marshal.  This  was  followed  in  1886  by  election  as 
Deputy  Grand  Master,  and  in  1887  was  elected  to  the  chair  of  Grand 
Master.  At  the  conclusion  of  this  service  in  1888,  he  was  elected  to 
represent  his  State  in  the  Sovereign  Grand  Lodge  for  two  years. 
Appreciating  the  beauty  of  the  Patriarchs  Militant  branch,  he 
joined  Canton  Lafayette,  No.  1,  and  was  soon  thereafter  appointed 
an  Aid-de-canip  on  the  Staft  of  the  Ma,ior  General. with  rank  of 
Lieutenant.  Mr.  Hall  Is  one  of  the  best  known  men  of  Vermont,  is 
in  the  prime  of  a  vigorous  manhood  and  is  honored  and  esteemed 
by  his  associates  and  neighbors. 

J.  "W.  GOODELIj,  Stone  Work^  Granite  and  Marble  Monu- 
ments, No.  257  Pine  Street. — The  leading  headquarters  in  Burlington 
for  granite  and  marble  monuments  is  the  establishment  of  Mr.  J.  W. 
Goodell,  located  at  No.  257  Pine  Street.  This  representative  house 
was  established  in  1875,  by  Messrs.  J.  W.  Goodell  &  Co.,  the  present 
proprietor  succeeding  to  the  sole  control  in  1885.  He  handles  both 
Barre,  Quincy,  Westerly  and  various  other  granites,  all  kinds  of 
foreign  and  domestic  marbles,  and  brown  stone  for  building  pur- 
poses, while  he  makes  a  leading  specialty  of  carving,  designing  and 
statuary  work.  Fabrication  of  memorial  work  has  become  an  art 
requiring  originality  of  conception,  technical  training,  patient  en- 
deavor, intelligent  application  and  the  very  acme  of  expert  work- 
manship to  secure  an  artistic  totality  of  admirable  and  enduring 
qualities.  To  fully  meet  these  essential  requisites  the  efforts  of  Mr. 
Goodell  are  unremitting.  In  memorial  designs.  Ideal  and  realistic 
carving,  and  the  selection  of  materials,  Mr.  Goodell  stands  foremost 
in  the  trade.    The  fullest  extent  of  artistic  possibility  has  signalized 


his  many  productions.  Their  well-tested  merits,  marked  apprecia- 
tion in  every  cemetery,  is  tlieir  best  recommendation,  and  his  only 
needed  endorsement.  The  expert  choice  of  i-aw  materials  Involves 
consummate  discrimination,  absolute  technical  knowledge,  wide 
observation  and  large  practical  experience.  These  qualifications  Mr. 
Goodell  amply  possesses,  and  the  trade  recognizes  his  judgment  as 
unerring.  Bargains  are  offered  to  suit  all  tastes  and  means,  and  when 
desired  can  be  completed  and  erected  in  a  reasonably  short  time. 
From  fifty  to  one  hundred  skilled  hands  are  constantly  employed, 
and  the  plant  is  splendidly  fitted  up  with  new  and  imj)roved  ma- 
chinery and  ample  steam  power.  All  work  proves  as  represented, 
is  guaranteed  in  every  respect,  and  every  statement,  expressed  or 
implied,  iu  letter  and  spirit  is  substantiated.  The  trade  is  local, 
suburban  and  country-wide,  its  radius  ever  enlarging,  and  the  work 
in  large  demand  wherever  once  introduced.  The  business  trans- 
acted amounts  to  a  very  large  sum  per  annum,  while  an  energetic 
application  of  his  resources  to  excel  in  his  various  productions,  and 
to  keep  pace  with  the  growing  demands  and  refluenients  of  the 
times,  year  in  and  year  out,  is  the  earne.st  endeavor  of  ;the  talented 
proprietor.  Mr.  Goodell  is  a  native  Vermonter,  and  has  long  been 
prominent  iu  the  business  circles  of  Burlingtf)n;  is  now  serving  as 
water  commissioner  of  the  city,  is  a  member  of  tlie  F.  and  A.  M.  and 
the  I.  O.  O.  F.,  and  is  universally  honored  and  esteemed. 

T.  S,  PEICK,  General  Insurance  Agent,  Peck's  Block,  No.  166 
College  Street. — The  best  channel  through  which  to  effect  fire  insur- 
ance in  Burlington,  is  the  agency  conducted  by  Gen.  T.  S.  Peck,  who 
is  unquestionably  the  leading  general  insurance  agent  in  Vermont, 
and  now,  after  being  in  business  for  twenty-three  yeai-s,  General 
Peck  is  still  lengthening  and  strengthening  his  stakes,  enlarging  his 
already  widespread  business  connection.  He  now  represents  the 
following  well-known  and  reliable  companies,  viz:  the  Norwich 
Union,  the  Royal,  the  London  and  Lancashire,  the  Commercial 
Union  and  the  Sun,  of  England;  the  German  American,  the  Niagara, 
the  Westchester  and  the  Phenix,  of  New  York;  the  Fire  Association, 
the  Pennsylvania  and  the  American,  of  Philadelphia:  the  Connecti- 
cut, of  Hartford:  the  First  National,  of  Worcester;  the  Anglo- 
Nevada,  of  San  Fi-ancisco;  and  the  New  Hampshire  and  the 
People's  of  Manchester,  N.  H. ;  also,  the  Traveler's  Life  and  Acci- 
dent, of  Hartford;  the  National  Life,  of  Montpelier,  Vt. ;  the 
Vermont  Life,  of  Burlington;  the  Hartford  Steam  Boiler  Inspection 
and  Insurance  Company  of  Hartford;  and  the  American  Steam 
Boiler  Insurance  Company  of  New  York.  With  their  millions  of 
capital  and  surplus,  these  companies  offer  absolute  security  to  the 
assured.  General  Peck  is  placing  risks  with  these  companies  at 
remarkably  low  rates;  his  policies  are  clearly  worded,  explicit,  and 
devoid  of  technicalities,  and  all  losses  are  promptly  paid  on  adjust- 
ment. He  controls  the  insuring  of  important  lines  of  business, 
residential  and  manufacturing  property;  stocks  of  merchandise, 
household  effects,  etc.,  and  is  steadily  extending  his  circle  of  cus- 
tomers in  this  city  and  throughout  the  state.  He  is  a  recognized 
authority  upon  all  matters  relating  to  both  fire  and  life  insurance, 
and  an  unrivalled  knowledge  of  the  principal  risks  offering  in  city 
and  country,  rendering  him  especially  safe  and  competent  as  the 
agent  for  conservative  companies  such  as  those  he  now  represents. 
He  offers  special  facilities  for  placing  insurance  for  other  agents; 
gives  prompt  attention  to  all  orders  by  mail  or  telegraph,  and  due 
noticeof  expiration  oflpolicies.  Responsible  parties  not  representing 
companies  and  in  position  to  introduce  business,  will  find  it  for  their 
interest  to  write  to  this  office.  General  Theodore  S.  Peck  was  born 
in  Burlington,  March  22,  1843;  was  educated  at  the  public  schools, 
and  early  in  life  engaged  in  a  general  insurance  agency.  He  enlisted 
in  1861  as  a  private  in  Company  F,  First  Vermont  Cavalry,  was  pro- 
moted to  regimental  quarter-master  sergeant  of  the  Ninth  Ver- 
mont Infantry  in  July,  1862;  to  second  lieutenant  of  Company  C  in 
January,  1863;  first  lieutenant  Company  H  in  June,  1864;  and  cap- 
tain and  assistant  quartermaster  United  States  Volunteers,  March 
11,  1865.  He  was  colonel  and  aid-de-camp  on  the  staff  of  Governor 
Stewart  in  1870;  served  as  commander  of  the  Grand  Army  of  the 
Republic,  Department  of  Vermont,  and  as  colonel  of  the  First 
Regiment  National  Guard  of  Vermont  for  several  years;  and  was 
appointed  adjutant  and  inspector-general  of  the  state  in  1881  to  fill  a 
vacancy,  and  has  been  elected  to  that  responsible  position  by  every 
succeeding  legislature  since  that  time,  fulfilling  his  duties  with 
ability,  sound  judgment  and  great  acceptance. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


A.  N.  JOHNS,  Gloves  and  Furnishing  Goods,  No.  108  Church 
Street.— Prominent  among  the  representative  and  reliable  houses 
engaged  in  the  field  of  mercantile  activity  in  this  city  is  that  of  Mr. 
A.  N.  Johns,  located  at  No.  108  Church  Street,  and  known  and  hon- 
ored as  the  Burlington  Glove  and  F'urnishing  Goods  Store.  It  is 
headquarters  for  gloves  and  furnishing  goods  of  every  description 
for  both  ladies,  gents,  misses  and  children.  It  was  established  over 
twenty-five  years  ago,  by  Mr.  \V.  H.  Whitten,  as  a  glove  manufac- 
tory, and,  after  some  changes,  the  present  proprietor  succeeded  to 
the  control  in  1885.  The  store  is  greatly  admired  as  an  attractive 
feature  of  this  busy  thoroughfare,  and  is  liberally  patronized  by  all 
classes  of  the  community.  It  is  thoroughly  metropolitan  in  all  its 
arrangements  and  appointments,  and  is  stocked  to  repletion  at  all 
times  with  new,  choice  and  desirable  goods.  The  proprietor  pos- 
sesses the  most  perfect  facilities  for  obtaining  supplies  in  vast  quan- 
tities and  at  advantageous  rates,  making  his  purchases  direct  from 
the  most  famous  manufacturers,  jobbers  and  importers,  and  secur- 
ing the  latest  styles  and  freshest  novelties  as  soon  as  they  are  ready 
for  the  trade.  Customers  are  thus  assured  of  securing  the  most 
fashionable  designs  and  patterns  in  this  line,  as  they  make  their  ap- 
pearance on  the  counters  of  this  popular  house  quite  as  soon  as  they 
are  offered  for  sale  in  Boston  or  New  York.  Responding  to  the 
close  competition  peculiar  to  this  line  of  trade,  Mr.  Johns  places  his 
prices  at  the  lowest  point  of  moderation,  even  lower  than  can  be  se- 
cured in  the  larger  cities,  and  gives  his  patrons  every  advantage 
that  can  be  afforded  or  that  is  known  to  the  trade.  He  displays  the 
largest  stock  in  Vermont  of  gloves,  hosiery,  underwear,  corsets, 
handkerchiefs,  parasols,  fans,  ribbons,  collars  and  cuffs,  ruchings, 
ties,  etc. ;  also  a  fine  assortment  of  ladies'  and  gents"  driving  gloves, 
ladies'  and  children's  hosiery,  merino,  wool  and  cashmere  stockings. 
The  patronage  is  large  and  active  at  all  seasons,  and  the  wants  of 
the  public  are  ministered  to  with  the  utmost  dispatch,  with  consci- 
entious care  and  with  eminent  satisfactions.  Mr.  Johns  is  a  native 
of  Bristol,  Vt.,  an  expert  and  talented  merchant,  with  a  keen  appre- 
ciation of  the  public  want,  a  member  of  the  Burlington  Board  of 
Trade,  and  a  reliable,  responsible  and  popular  business  man. 

H.  yi.  PHKIiPS  &  CO.,  Wholesale  Granite  Dealers,  Barre 
Granite,  Office,  No.  190  Bank  Street.— In  this  brief  sketch  of  the 
house  of  Messrs.  H.  M.  Phelps  &  Co.,  wholesale  granite  dealers,  at 
No.  190  Bank  Street,  we  introduce  to  our  readers  a  firm  of  monu- 
mentalists  of  wide  celebrity,  ranking  first  in  quality  and  second  to 
none  in  the  volume  of  production.  They  established  their  business 
here  in  1863,  and  their  trade  Is  local,  stiburban  and  country-wide,  its 
radius  ever  enlarging,  its  work  popular  wherever  introduced  and 
the  demand  for  the  same  increasing  with  each  succeeding  year. 
Fabrication  of  memorial  work  has  become  an  art  requiring  original- 
ity of  conception,  technical  training,  patient  and  intelligent  applica- 
tion, and  the  very  acme  of  expert  workmanship,  to  secure  an  artis- 
tic totality  of  admirable  and  enduring  qualities.  To  fully  meet  these 
essential  requisites  the  efforts  of  this  firm  are  unremitting.  Their 
extensive  warerooms  are  replete  with  a  varied  and  immense  assort- 
ment of  designs,  suited  to  the  tastes  and  means  of  all,  and  bargains 
are  here  offered  which  cannot  be  duplicated  elsewhere.  All  work 
proves  as  represented,  is  guaranteed  in  every  respect,  and  every 
statement,  expressed  or  implied,  in  letter  and  spirit  is  substantiated. 
In  botli  memorial  designs,  ideal  and  realistic  carving  and  the  selec- 
tion of  materials,  this  firm  stands  pre-eminent  in  the  trade.  The 
fullest  extent  of  artistic  possibility  has  signalized  their  many  pro- 
ductions. Their  well-tested  merits,  marked  appreciation  in 
cemeteries  throughout  all  parts  of  the  country,  is  their  best  recom- 
mendatif)n,  their  only  needed  indorsement.  In  the  selection  of  raw 
materials  this  firm  possess  every  qualification,  and  the  trade  recog- 
nizes tlieir  judgment  as  unerring.  They  make  a  specialty  of  Barre 
granite,  and  furnish  only  the  hardest  stone,  free  from  iron,  remark- 
able for  its  silky  texture,  and  susceptible  of  the  highest  polish.  This 
granite  is  supplied,  either  finished  or  in  the  rough,  in  quantities  to 
suit  at  the  shortest  possible  notice,  and  at  terms  and  prices  which 
defy  successful  competition.  The  works  are  amply  supplied  with 
the  latest  improved  machinery  for  sawing  and  polishing,  operated 
by  steam-power,  and  steady  employment  is  given  to  twenty-five 
skilled  hands.  Mr.  Phelps,  the  active  member  of  the  firm,  is  an  ac- 
complished designer  and  workman,  who  can  embody  and  produce 
his  own  conceptions  by  his  own  skilled  handicraft,  and  who  has  won 
success  in  his  art  by  honestly  deserving  it. 


CHAS.  R.  NASH,  Stoves,  Ranges.  Hot  Air  Furnaces,  No.  180 
Main  Street. — Commercial  enterprises  of  modern  times  embrace 
many  features  of  practical  utility,  but  none  which  deserve  higher 
consideration  than  those  which  relate  to  the  home — its  comforts 
and  conveniences.  Among  such  enterprises  in  Burlington  may 
be  mentioned  that  conducted  so  successfully  by  Mr.  Chas.  R. 
Nash,  at  No.  180  Main  Street.  This  house  has  an  old  and  inti- 
mate connection  with  the  business  history  of  this  city,  having  been 
founded  over  forty  years  ago  by  Messrs.  J.  and  J.  Wainwright,  the 
present  proprietor,  after  several  changes,  succeeding  to  the  con- 
trol m  187:3.  Mr.  Nash  deals  extensively  in  stoves,  ranges,  hot-air 
furnaces,  and  house  furnishing  goods;  drain  pipe,  etc.,  and  makes  a 
leading  specialty  of  plumbing,  steam  heating  and  furnace  work. 
He  occupies  large  and  commodious  salesrooms,  with  a  spacious  and 
well  equipped  workshop  in  connection,  and  gives  steady  employ- 
ment to  a  competent  force  of  skilled  hands.  Having  an  intimate 
knowledge  of  the  wants  and  requirements  of  the  public  in  this  direc- 
tion of  trade,  Mr.  Nash  carries  in  stock  a  full  line  of  the  best  makes 
of  stoves,  ranges  and  furnaces,  embodying  all  the  latest  and  most  im- 
proved styles  for  both  heating  and  cooking,  all  of  which  are  received 
direct  from  manufacturers,  and  commend  their  own  superior  merits 
to  the  confidence  and  patronage  of  critical  and  discriminating  pur- 
chasers. In  plumbing,  steam  heating  and  furnace  work,  this  house 
occupies  an  unquestioned  position  at  the  head  of  the  trade,  from 
which  it  is  abundantly  able  to  make  good  their  claim  for  accom- 
plishing the  best  and  m<3St  thorough  work  to  be  found  in  any  local- 
ity, while  every  modern  facility  is  at  hand  for  guaranteeing  the 
prompt  and  perfect  fulfillment  of  all  orders.  The  prices  which  pre- 
vail in  all  departments  of  the  business  are  such  as  preclude  success- 
ful competition,  and  the  patronage  is  large  and  influential  in  this  city 
and  from  all  parts  of  the  surrounding  country.  Mr.  Nash  is  a  native 
of  Shelburne,  Vt..  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  the  I.  O.  O.  F.  and 
the  Burlington  Board  of  Trade,  and  a  reliable,  straightforward  busi- 
ness man,  worthy  of  every  trust  and  confidence. 

BUHL.INGTON  BUSINESS  COI^LKfiE  AND 
SHORTHAND  SCHOOL.,  No.  94  Church  Street,  Warner 
Block.  —The  leader  in  this  branch  of  education  in  Vermont  is  the 
Burlington  Business  College,  which  is  now  in  the  twelfth  year  of  an 
honored  and  useful  existence.  The  Burlington  Business  College  and 
Short-Hand  School  is  under  the  proprietorship  and  management  of 
Prof.  E.  G.  Evans,  an  instructor  of  large  experience  and  an  expert 
and  practical  accountant.  The  College  is  eligibly  located  at  No.  94 
Church  Street,  Warner  Block,  and  is  admirably  adapted  for  its  pur- 
pose, the  rooms  being  heated  with  steam,  well  lighted  on  three  sides, 
and  the  main  hall  has  a  seating  capacity  of  fully  one  hundred.  The 
atmosphere  shed  by  this  College  is  an  atmosphere  of  energy  and 
purpose.  It  is  devoted  to  fitting  young  men  and  women  for  actual 
business  of  all  kinds.  It  is  itselt,  in  fact,  an  epitome  of  all  the  typi- 
cal varieties  of  business  done  in  the  world.  The  business  of  the  mer- 
chant, the  banker,  the  importer  and  jobber,  the  real  estate  agent 
and  insurance  company,  the  broker  and  commission  man,  as  well  as 
telegraphy,  penmanship,  shorthand  and  the  whole  order  of  activi- 
ties, are  here  taught  by  a  carefully  devised  system  of  object  lessons 
devoted  to  each.  In  banking,  for  instance,  accurate  accounts  are 
kept,  the  transactions  are  precisely  such  as  occur  in  the  world's 
business,  and  the  book-keeping  and  balances  are  as  carefully  looked 
after  as  if  millions  depended  upon  this  scrupulous  attention.  We 
can  hardly  conceive  of  any  work  which  a  young  man  or  woman 
may  be  called  upon  to  do  in  the  world,  aside  from  the  three  profes- 
sions of  law,  theology  and  medicine,— any  one  of  which,  however, 
would  be  well  supplemented  by  a  Burlington  Business  College  course, 
—that  is  not  absolutely  provided  for  by  this  institution.  The  business 
course  includes  book-keeping,  business  law,  business  practice,  gram- 
mar, business  arithmetic,  business  penmanship,  business  corre- 
spondence and  spelling.  The  phonographic  course  embraces  short- 
hand, correspondence,  practical  grammar,  typewriting,  penmanship 
and  spelling.  The  English  course  includes  arithmetic,  reading,  let- 
ter-writing, penmanship,  grammar  and  geography.  The  total  ex- 
pense for  tuition,  books,  board  and  washing  does  not  exceed  $85. 
This  is  from  $30  to  $75  less  than  the  cost  of  attending  any  other  sim- 
ilar institution.  The  principal  has  ever  given  a  hearty  support  to 
those  measures  best  calculated  to  advance  and  perfect  the  facilities 
afforded  to  the  yoimg  men  and  women  of  America  to  secure  a  thor- 
ough business  education,  and  his  success  has  been  well  merited. 


BURLINGTON,    VERMONT. 


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PEASE  &  M.ANSON,  The  One  Price  Cash  Clothiers,  Men's, 
Youths',  Boys'  and  Children's  Fine  Clothing,  Furnishing  Goods,  Hats 
and  Gloves,  No.  160  College  Street. — The  popular  and  well-known 
firm  of  Pease  &  Manson  is  already  accepted  as  a  leader  in  its  special 
line  of  mercantile  activity.  The  enterprise  was  inaugurated  in  1884 
by  Messrs.  Pope  &  Pease,  the  present  firm  being  formed  in  1890. 
The  premises  occupied  comprise  two  floors,  one  20  x  115  feet,  fitted 
up  with  tasteful  appointments  throughout,  while  every  convenience 
and  accommodation  has  been  provided  for  the  reception  of  custom- 
ers and  the  handling  of  stock.  The  counters  and  shelves  are  bur- 
dened with  a  very  extensive  assortment  of  superior,  ready-made 
clothing  for  men,  youths',  boys",  all  in  the  latest  fashion,  and  illus- 
trating the  current  demand.  These  goods  are  made  from  the  best 
materials  and  in  the  best  workmanship,  and  are  stylish  in  cut,  fit  and 
appearance,  while  in  the  matter  of  pric  •  this  house  cannot  be  ex- 
celled by  any  other  establishment  in  the  city.  The  second  floor, 
20  X  60  feet,  is  nicely  arranged  for  the  exclusive  sale  of  children's 
clothing,  where  in  addition  to  the  regular  styles  of  children's  suits 
and  overcoats  are  shown  many  novelties  in  children's  clotiiing  not 
usually  found  outside  the  larger  cities.  They  carry  at  all  times  a 
full  and  complete  line  of  all  goods  embraced  in  men's  f imiishings, 
and  have  established  the  fair  and  honorable  and  confidence-produc- 
ing system  of  marking  all  goods  in  plain  figures,  selling  at  one  price 
and  for  cash  only.  They  also  keep  an  extensive  and  very  fine  stock 
of  hats,  caps  and  gloves  of  the  best  grades,  prices  of  which  are 
always  the  lowest,  quality  considered.  The  individual  members  of 
the  firm  are  Messrs.  Fred  S.  Pease  and  David  Manson,  the  former  a 
native  of  Vermont  and  the  latter  of  Scotland.  These  gentlemen, 
during  their  comparatively  brief  career  in  this  city  as  business  men 
have  established  a  large  and  influential  trade,  and  have  gained  for 
themselves  enviable  reputations  for  lionorable  dealing  arid  enter- 
prise. They  are  both  j'oung,  energetic  and  enterprising,  and  this 
new  and  already  popular  store  is  quite  an  addition  to  the  mercantile 
interests  of  Burlington. 

liEO  &  OTcIiAKEN,  Boston  Store,  Nos.  56  and  58  Church 
Street. — This  representative  house  was  originally  established  in  1887, 
when  they  bought  the  stock  of  ;\I.  D.  Cook,  and  so  largely  has  their 
business  developed,  that  the  large  double  store  now  occupied  is 
needed  for  the  accommodation  of  the  immense  stock  carried.  The 
business  premises  comprise  two  floors,  50  by  100  feet  each,  fitted  up 
in  a  very  attractive  and  convenient  manner,  with  the  Lamson  cash 
carrier  system,  electric  lights  and  modern  appointments,  and  form- 
ing one  of  the  interesting  features  of  this  popular  shoi)[)ing  district. 
Their  house  has  become  to  be  recognized  as  a  popular  source  of 
supply  for  both  dry  and  fancy  goods,  carpets  and  upholstery,  cloaks, 
notions  and  small  wares.  Each  line  is  kept  fresh  and  choice,  em- 
bracing the  latest  novelties,  and  illustrating  in  a  striking  manner  the 
bewildering  changes  in  fashion  and  style.  The  business  is  systemat- 
ically divided  into  distinct  departments,  each  being  under  the  direc- 
tion of  a  competent  head,  while  the  exigencies  of  the  ti-ade  require 
the  constant  employment  of  thirty -five  clerks  and  salesmen.  Here 
are  shown  the  latest  shades  and  patterns  in  black  and  colored  sillcs, 
satins,  velvets  and  velveteens,  ottomans,  Rhadamanx,  cashmeres, 
and  prints;  cloaks,  suits  and  shawls;  woolens,  linens  and  cottons; 
blankets,  flannels  and  housekeeping  goods;  hosiery,  gloves  and 
underwear;  corsets,  bu.stles  and  dress  trimmings;  laces,  ribbons  and 
embroideries;  and  notions,  fancy  goods  and  small  wares  in  great 
variety  and  profusion.  This  flrm  have  now  on  sale  the  largest  and 
choicest  stock  of  cloaks  and  winter  garments  ever  exhibited  in  this 
part  of  the  country.  This  department  is  a  striking  instance  of  the 
willingness  of  the  public  to  co-operate  with  the  merchants  whose 
endeavors  are  directed  toward  supplying  their  patrons  with  the  best 
and  latest  in  the  market,  and  at  the  very  lowest  prices  consistent 
with  the  ideas  of  modern  merchandizing.  The  stock  this  season  is 
far  above  the  average,  both  for  style,  variety  and  cheapness,  and 
includes  the  choicest  productions  of  the  great  manufacturers,  de- 
signers and  fashion  leaders  of  London,  Paris  and  New  York.  The 
styles  are  fao-similies  of  Worth's  and  Redfern's  master  efforts,  and 
the  assortment  include  cloaks,  capes  and  jackets;  ladies'  cloth 
jackets  and  reefers,  plush  and  Astrachan  capes;  plush  cloaks  and 
jackets,  and  ladies  and  children's  garments  of  every  description. 
The  carpet  department  is  brilliant  with  color  and  new  oatterns  in 
Wiltons,  Moquettes,  Axminsters,  Brussels,  tapestry,  ingrain  and 
other  carpetings;  while  the  house  is  patronized  in  every  branch  by 


the  elite  of  the  city,  and  is  one  of  the  busiest  emporiums  of  trade  in 
town,  especially  favored  during  the  holidays.  The  co-partners, 
Messrs.  M.  J.  Leo  and  P.  F.  McLaren,  are  merchants  of  rare  energy 
and  business  tact,  and  belong  to  that  class  of  energetic,  public-spir- 
ited business  men,  who  build  up  great  enterprises  in  every  avenue  of 
commerce  and  trade. 

SPAUL.DINQ,  KiniBAIiL.  &  CO.,  Wholesale  Grocers, 
Stone  Stores,  South  Wharf.— The  leading,  best  known  wholesale  gro- 
cery house  in  Vermont  is  that  of  Messrs.  Spaulding,  Kimball  &  Co., 
located  in  the  stone  stores,  on  the  South  Wharf  in  this  city.  This 
representative  house  was  established  in  1855  by  Messrs.  Van  Sicklen 
&  Walker,  who  were  succeeded  in  their  order  by  Van  Sicklen, 
Walker  &  Co.,  Van  Sicklen,  Seymour  &  Co.,  and  Van  Sicklen  & 
Spaulding,  until  1887,  when  the  present  flrm  was  organized.  Their 
stone  stores,  where  their  large  wholesale  trade  is  carried  on,  are  sup- 
plemented by  four  stoi-ehouses,  giving  every  modern  convenience 
and  facility  for  the  rapid  handling  and  perfect  preservation  of  the 
choice  and  valuable  stock.  Here  is  a  veritable  emporium  of  the 
choicest  food  products  from  every  quarter  of  the  globe  and  provis- 
ions and  groceries  of  every  description;  fine  teas,  pure  molasses, 
flour,  salt,  pork,  lard,  fish,,  cordage,  cement,  lime,  oils,  nails,  glass, 
seeds,  calcined  plaster,  marble  dust,  etc.,  etc.  The  stock  is  notable 
for  its  extent,  care  in  selection,  celebrity  of  brands,  and  remarkably 
low  scale  of  prices.  In  fact  nowhere  in  the  state  can  it  be  dupli- 
cated at  the  prices  quoted.  The  firm  are  doing  an  enlarging  trade 
throughout  northern  Vermont  and  northern  New  York,  and  are 
building  solidly  on  the  foundation  of  knowing  what  the  trade  wants, 
knowing  where  to  secure  the  best  and  finest  goods  at  lowest  rates, 
and  pursuing  an  honorable  live  policy,  giving  their  patrons  a  chance 
to  make  money,  and  offering  them  greater  inducements  and  a  wider 
range  to  select  from  than  any  house  in  this  section  of  the  country. 
Quality  is  ever  the  first  consideration  with  this  firm,  and  theirs  is  a 
model  grocery  house  in  its  management,  its  goods  and  its  tariff  of 
prices.  The  exigencies  of  the  business  call  for  the  emplojinent  of 
seventeen  assistants,  including  a  corps  of  talented  salesmen  on  the 
road,  and  all  orders  receive  prompt  and  careful  fulfilment.  The  in- 
dividual members  of  this  responsible  firm  are  Messrs.  A.  C.  Spauld- 
ing, E.  B.  Kimball  and  P.  J.  Enright.  All  are  experienced  and  prac- 
tical, able  and  honorable,  as  merchants  and  business  men,  and  are 
gentlemen  with  whom  it  is  always  pleasant  and  profitable  to  deal. 

R.  G.  PAGE,  Sewing  Machines  and  Supplies,  No.  34  Church 
Street. — A  leading  headquarters  for  sewing  machines  and  supplies 
in  Burlington  is  the  establishment  of  Mr.  R.  G.  Page,  located  at  No. 
34  Church  Street,  opposite  Hotel  Chittenden.  This  gentleman  has 
had  a  practical  experience  of  some  fifteen  years  in  the  sewing 
machine  business,  and  has  been  established  here  since  1888.  He 
deals  in  sewing  machines  and  supplies,  pocket  knives,  scissors  and 
shears,  hand  sewing  needles,  tracing  wheel.s,  tape  measures,  etc; 
while  making  a  leading  speciality  of  the  sale  of  the  White  Sewing 
Machine.  The  great  victory  of  the  White  at  the  Exposition  Univer- 
selle  at  Paris,  together  with  the  triumph  at  the  Centennial  Exposi- 
tion at  Cincinnatti,  presents  an  opportunity  rarely  experienced  in 
business  life.  The  imited  opinions  of  the  experts  of  Europe  and  of 
America  in  placing  the  White  above  and  beyond  all  sewing  machines 
for  family  use.  is  a  matter  of  importance;  it  is  unanswerable  in 
competition,  influential  beyond  measure,  convincing  beyond  doubt; 
the  best  sells  the  easiest.  The  victory  of  the  White  in  capturing 
the  highest  honors,  the  silver  medal  at  the  Great  Centennial  Exhibit 
at  Cincinnati  in  1888,  was  a  crushing  blow  to  its  competitors,  and  now 
in  competition  with  the  best  known  productions  of  the  earth,  the 
experts  of  Europe  echo  the  opinion  of  their  brother  craftsmen  in 
America  in  pronouncing  the  White  the  best  family  sewing  machine 
in  the  world.  We  have  undeniable  evidence  of  its  superiority,  and 
unanswerable  arguments  in  competition.  They  can  be  inspected  at 
Mr.  Page's  warerooms,  while  anyone  wishing  sewing  machine 
embroidery,  ruffling,  tucking,  hemming  or  plam  stitching  by  the 
yard,  will  have  it  done  promptly  and  in  a  first-class  manner  at  his 
office.  He  also  repairs  sewing  machines  at  the  most  reasonable 
prices,  and  has  sewing  machines  to  rent  on  easy  terms.  Mr.  Page 
is  a  native  Vermonter,  an  expert  in  his  line  of  trade,  and  a  reliable, 
enterprising  and  sjiccessful  business  man,  eminently  worthy  of 
every  trust  and  confidence. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     AVEAI.TH     OF 


BERRlf,  HAIil.,  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  Jobbers 
in  Teas,  Coffees,  Spices,  Tobaccos,  Cigars,  etc.  Vermont  Mills,  Nos. 
115  and  117  College  Street. — Of  all  the  various  articles  comprehended 
in  the  food  supply  trade,  there  are  none  harder  to  procure  in  pure, 
fresh  quality  than  teas,  coffees,  spices,  tobaccos,  and  cigars,  and  too 
much  care  cannot  be  exercised  by  dealers  and  consumers  in  select- 
ing a  reliable  source  from  which  to  procure  such  goods.  A  well- 
known,  prosperous  and  ably  conducted  house,  that  for  almost  a 
quarter  of  a  century  has  maintained  a  deservedly  high  reputation 
for  its  Al  productions  in  this  line  and  liberal  business  methods  is 
that  of  Messrs.  Berry,  Hall  &  Co.,  proprietors  of  the  Vermont 
Mills,  manufacturers  and  jobbers.  This  reliable  house  was  founded 
originally  in  1866,  by  Messrs.  Gregory  &  Meade,  who  conducted  it 
with  unvarying  success  for  some  years  and  were  succeeded  by 
Messrs.  Miner  &  Pope,  and  in  1888,  the  present  firm,  comprised  of  Mr. 
M.  C.  Berry,  a  native  of  this  state,  and  Mr.  W.  E.  Hall,  a  New  York 
man  by  birth,  became  the  proprietors,  and  under  their  enterprising 
direction  the  trade  has  increased  to  its  present  volume  and  impor- 
tance, requiring  the  services  of  several  employees,  also  of  a  salesman 
on  the  road  constantly.  The  premises  utilized  are  of  ample  dimen- 
sions, well  arranged  for  manufacturing  and  business  purposes.  The 
mill  is  fully  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  grinding  machines 
and  coffee  roasters,  and  the  utmost  care  is  exercised  in  the  prepara- 
tion of  all  articles  produced,  while  none  but  the  very  choicest  and 
purest  of  raw  materials  enter  the  list  of  their  manufactured  articles, 
which  includes  fragrant  Mocha,  Java,  Laguayra,  Maracaibo,  and 
other  coffees,  mustards,  white,  black  and  Cayenne  peppers,  nut- 
megs, allspice,  cloves,  cinnamon,  licorice,  ginger,  etc.  Their  assort- 
ment of  teas  comprises  new  crop  Oolong,  English  breakfast,  young 
Hyson,  Pekoe,  gunpowder,  Souchong,  Japan,  imperial,  and  other 
varieties;  while  their  stock  of  smoking  and  chewing  tobaccos  and 
cigars  embraces  the  most  popular  foreign  and  domestic  brands,  re- 
ceived direct  from  the  best  sources  of  production,  while  dealers  pur- 
chasing here  can  always  rely  upon  pure  uniform  quality  and  prices 
that  are  not  duplicated  very  easily  elsewhere.  Every  facility  is  pos- 
sessed for  the  prompt  transaction  of  business,  orders  are  filled  as 
satisfactorily  as  if  directed  in  person,  and  shipments  are  made  by 
most  expeditious  and  direct  I'outes.  Messrs.  Berry,  Hall,  &  Co.,  are 
well  and  favorably  known  in  commercial  circles  as  men  of  sterling 
integrity  and  the  most  commendable  traits  of  personal  character. 

BRODIE  &:  PARKER,  Manufacturers  and  Jobbers  of 
Boots,  Shoes  and  Eubbers,  Salesroom,  Nos.  103  and  110  Church 
Street;  Factory,  Nos.  30  and  32  Battery  Street.— Perfection  seems  to 
be  approaching  in  every  article  of  manufacture;  but  nowhere  is  this 
more  clearly  seen  than  in  the  advancement  which  has  been  made 
within  the  past  few  years  in  the  production  of  boots  and  shoes.  It 
is  almost  marvelous  to  contemplate  the  magnitude  which  this 
branch  of  industry  has  attained  in  this  country,  when  compared  to 
the  limits  to  which  it  was  circumscribed  fifty  years  ago.  The  great 
progress  in  the  invention  and  perfection  of  labor-saving  machinery 
has  had  much  to  do  with  this  increase.  A  notable  house  engaged  in 
this  industry  in  Burlington  is  that  of  Messrs.  Brodie  &  Parker,  whose 
salesrooms  are  located  at  Nos.  108  and  110  Church  Street,  and  whose 
factory  is  at  Nos.  30  and  32  Battery  Street.  The  business  was  estab- 
lished in  1887  by  the  present  proprietors.  Mr.  Brodie  started  in  the 
shoe  business  in  J862.  following  the  business  ever  since,  locating  in 
Burlington  in  1873.  They  have  achieved  a  high  position  in  the  trade 
throughout  the  country  by  reason  of  their  intelligent  and  well- 
directed  enterprise  and  the  superiority  of  their  productions  and 
goods  handled.  The  premises  occupied  for  manufacturing  purposes 
are  thoroughly  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  appliances 
and  machinery,  hand  work  being  done  'exclusively,  and  steady  em- 
ployment is  given  to  a  competent  force  of  skilled  operatives.  Three 
traveling  salesmen  are  employed  and  about  10,000  pairs  of  boots  and 
shoes  are  manufactured  per  year.  These  are  fine  goods  exclusively 
made  from  the  best  materials  and  warranted  to  be  first  class  in 
workmanship  and  finish.  The  goods  bearing  the  trademark  of  this 
house  are  everywhere  recognized  as  unsurpassed  for  quality,  easy 
fit  and  thorough  durability  by  any  in  the  market;  and  are  meeting 
with  great  favor  with  dealers  oij  account  of  their  salability  and 
merits.  These  goods  consist  of  men's  calf,  kip  and  oil  grain  boots 
and  shoes,  and  boys'  and  youths'  boots.  It  is  also  only  simple  justice 
to  say  that  this  firm,  with  its  splendid  facilities  and  numerous  ad- 


vantages, rivals  any  of  its  contemporarie.s  in  -the  inducements 
offered  to  buyers,  as  regards  liberality-  of  terms  and  prices  as  well  as 
in  the  quality  of  goods  manufactured.  The  members  of  the  firm, 
Messrs.  D.  A.  Brodie  and  A.  H.  Parker,  are  natives  of  \'erniont  and 
members  of  the  F.  A.  M.  They  are  Ihorou^ldy  enterprising,  reliable 
business  men  with  wiiom  it  is  pleasant  and  piofitable  to  deal. 

W.  B.  CBAVEIV,  Hotel  Champlain,  No.  140  Church  Street.— 
The  city  of  Burlington  has  long  been  recognized  as  a  centre  where 
ample  capital,  thorough  experience  and  distinguished  enterprise 
have  combined  to  make  its  cafes  and  restaurants  superioi-  to  any  iu 
the  state.  As  a  contributor  to  the  reputation  of  the  city  in  this  re- 
gard, and  as  a  model  establishment  of  its  kind,  the  Hotel  Chaiiiplain, 
conducted  under  the  enterprising  proprietorship  of  Mr.  W.  1!. 
Craven,  at  No.  140  Church  street,  stands  [H'e-eminent.  This  popular 
house  was  opened  in  188-1,  and  the  proprietor  brought  to  bear  upon 
its  management  the  widest  range  of  practical  experience,  and  a  keen 
appi'eciation  of  the  public  want.  He  occupies  two  floors.  ;i3x95  feet 
each,  the  arrangeinets  and  appointments  of  which  are  of  the  best 
possible  character,  reflecting  the  utmost  credit  upon  the  enterprise 
and  good  taste  of  the  proprietor,  and  perfectly  insuring  the  comfort 
and  convenience  of  his  patrons.  Meals  are  servetl  at  all  hours,  in- 
cluding oysters  in  every  style,  and  ordei-  cooking  is  a  si)ecialty.  The 
table  supplies  are  procured  from  the  most  varieii  sources,  all  the  im- 
portant markets  of  the  country  paying  tribute  to  its  enterpi-ise.  The 
choicest  delicacies  of  the  season  are  served  in  liberal  abundance, 
while  the  perfect  manner  in  which  the  viands  are  cooked  make  a 
meal  at  the  Hotel  Champlain  a  most  agreeable  experience.  While 
there  may  be  larger  cafes  in  the  state,  there  are  none  possessing 
such  well-founded  claims  upon  the  public  favor,  or  enjoying  a  more 
deserved  popularity.  The  prices  which  prevail  are  eminently  fair 
and  reasonable,  and  the  patronage  is  of  a  character  thoroughly  com- 
plimentary to  the  proprietor,  whose  energy,  enterprise  and  discrimi- 
nation have  made  his  establishment  a  prime  favorite  with  all  classes. 
Mr.  Craven  is  a  native  of  England,  an  expert  and  accomplished  ca- 
terer, a  member  of  the  I.O.O.F.  and  the  K.  of  P..  and  thoroughly 
popular  with  his  host  of  patrons. 

B.  TURK.  &  BRO.,  Fine  Clothing,  Furnishing  Goods,  Hats 
and  Trunks,  Nos.  156-158  College  Street.— This  representative  house 
was  founded  in  1853,  by  Sloman  Turk,  who  was  succeeded  by  the 
present  firm  in  1855.  The  main  salesroom  is  a  model  of  elegance  and 
good  taste,  measuring  40x115  feet,  with  a  basement  of  the  same 
size,  and  is  devoted  to  their  retail  clothing  trade.  Here  is  displayed 
a  truly  grand  stock  of  choice  garments.  This  firm  pay  special  atten- 
tion to  the  cut  and  style  of  their  ready  made  goods.  When  it  comes 
to  materials,  they  have  a  variety  of  patterns  and  qualities  that  will 
satisfy  the  most  exacting  and  fastidious  buyer.  They  show  a  vast 
assortment  of  ready  made  clothing,  particularly  in  the  finei-  grades. 
All  novelties  are  represented  here,  such  as  cape  overcoats,  cutaway 
Prince  Alberts,  one  button  cutaway  sack  suits,  all  the  new  things  in 
children's  suits  and  overcoats,  storm  overcoats  and  ulstei"s,  fur- 
trimmed  overcoats,  pea  jackets,  and  extra  sizes  of  garments  for  tail 
and  stout  men.  They  defy  competition  as  to  quality,  and  challenge 
comparison  as  to  price.  The  fame  of  their  custom  tailoring  depart- 
ment has  been  justly  earned  by  the  superior  garments  here  made  to 
measure.  It  enjoys  the  patronage  of  the  stylish,  careful  and  eco- 
nomical dressers  of  Burlington  and  vicinity,  men  who  insist  on  the 
highest  excellence  of  quality,  the  most  fashionable  cut  and  design,  a 
faultless  workmanship,  and  a  perfect  fit.  As  to  their  stock  of  piece 
goods,  it  includes  the  most  extensive  selections  of  Eiiglish,  French, 
German  and  American  woolens  of  the  very  best  manufacture  ever 
shown  here,  as  well  as  the  latest  novelties  in  suitings,  overcoatings 
and  trouserings.  These  goods  were  largely  selected  abroad,  and  are 
the  products  of  the  finest  looms  of  the  world.  This  firm  make  gar- 
ments to  measure  promptly,  perfectly  and  .systematically.  Messrs. 
Turk  &  Bro.  also  handle  Youman's  hats,  and  other  celebrated  makes 
of  derby,  soft  and  silk  hats;  all  the  freshest  novelties  in  neckwear, 
scarfs,  cravats  and  ties;  the  best  assortment  of  underwear,  includ- 
ing the  Dr.  Jaeger  sanitary  woolens,  the  best  in  the  world ;  besides 
hosiery,  gloves,  handkerchiefs,  suspenders,  collars,  cuffs,  trunks 
and  bags.  Mr.  Bennett  Turk,  the  head  of  the  house,  is  a  native  of 
Prussia,  and  one  of  the  most  experienced,  successful  and  popular 
merchants  of  the  Queen  City,  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.M.  and  the 
Board  of  Trade,  and  a  gentleman  of  the  highest  repute. 


BURLINGTON,     VERMONT. 


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B.  I<.  KE^T,  Confectioner,  No.  101  Church  Street.— The  diffi- 
culty of  obtaining  candy  devoid  of  adulteration  and  deleterious  sub" 
stances  at  tiie  present  day  is  so  great  that  the  advantages  derived  by 
dealing  with  a  lionse  whose  reputation  for  dealing  in  only  pure 
and  honest  goods  is  apparent  to  every  intelligent  person.  A  well- 
known,  representative  and  prosperous  house  engaged  in  this  busi- 
ness in  Burlington,  and  meriting  more  than  passing  notice  in  these 
pages  in  consequence  of  its  straightforward  business  methods,  is  tliat 
of  Kent,  tlie  confectioner,  located  very  centrally  at  No.  101  Church 
Street.  Mr.  B.  L.  Kent  is  a  Canadian  by  birth  and  has  been  a  resi- 
dent here  for  a  number  of  years,  and  having  a  wide  range  of  practi- 
cal experience  in  all  branches  of  this  trade,  he  formed  a  co-partner- 
sliip  with  a  Mr.  Sails,  under  the  firm  name  of  Sails  &  Kent,  and 
together  Ihey  founded  this  establishment  in  1882,  and  at  once  devel- 
oped a  very  large  and  substantial  trade.  In  1886  Mr.  Sails  retired, 
since  which  time  the  business  has  continued  to  prosper  and  increase 
under  the  sole  management  and  direction  of  Mr.  Kent.  The  prem- 
ises utilized  comprise  two  spacious  and  commodious  floors,  ad- 
mirably arranged  for  business  and  manufacturing  purposes.  The 
factory  is  fully  equipped  with  all  the  necessary  tools  and  appliances, 
and  employment  is  furnished  a  full  force  of  skilled  and  experienced 
hands.  The  store  is  very  neatly  and  tastefully  arranged,  and  is 
fully  stocked  with  a  fine  assortment  of  the  products  of  the  factory, 
and  the  very  choicest  of  toothsome  articles  from  the  most  cele- 
brated makers  known  to  the  trade.  The  stock  embraces  the  finest 
line  of  chocolates,  bon-  bons,  and  all  gi'ades  of  the  finest  goods  usu- 
ally kept  in  a  first- class  confectionery  store.  These  goods  are  noted 
for  their  purity  and  excellence,  while  the  very  lowest  prices  prevail, 
and  the  entire  establishment  denotes  order,  system,  neatness  and 
cleanliness,  and  customers  are  certain  to  receive  courteous  service 
by  polite  assistants.  Mr.  Kent  is  a  pleasant,  alTable  and  refined 
gentleman,  energetic,  prompt  and  reliable  in  all  his  dealings,  and  is 
also  an  active  and  consistent  member  of  the  Odd  Fellows'  and  Ma- 
sonic fraternities. 

HENRY  m,  AVIGHX,  Second-Hand  Furniture,  Stoves,  etc., 
also  Tinware,  Guns  and  Anununition,  No.  207  College  Street.— Mr. 
Henry  M.  Wight,  dealer  in  second-hand  furniture,  stoves,  etc.,  also 
tinware,  guns,  amnmnition,  etc.,  has  always  maintained  a  very 
enviable  reputation  for  handling  first-class  wares.  Mr.  Wight  is  a 
Massachiisetts  man  by  Ijirth  and  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  for 
many  years.  He  inaugurated  this  establishment  on  his  own  account 
in  1880,  and  unmediately  developed  a  very  large  and  substantial 
trade.  The  premises  occupied  are  of  auiple  dimensions,  commodi- 
ous, and  comprise  three  Hoors,  which  are  finely  fitted  up  and 
arranged  with  special  reference  to  the  different' departments  of  the 
business.  In  his  wareroonis  will  always  be  found  a  full  and  general 
assortment  of  all  kinds  of  parlor,  library,  dining  and  bed  room  suits, 
in  all  the  leading  and  most  fashionable  designs;  also  a  great  variety 
of  other  furniture,  such  as  sofas,  chairs,  bedsteads,  carpets,  louhges, 
couches,  rocking  and  easy  chairs,  rugs,  oil  cloths,  and  everything  in 
the  line  of  kitchen  furniture,  bedding,  besides  a  fine  assorfiinent  of 
the  most  improved  patterns  in  parlor  and  cooking  stoves,  oil  and  gas 
stoves,  tin,  copper  and  sheet-iron  ware,  also  cooking  utensils  and 
laundry  accessories  of  all  kinds.  A  specialty  is  made  of  sportmen's 
goods,  of  which  he  carries  a  fine  assortment  at  all  times,  and  em- 
braces fine  repeating  rifles,  muzzle  and  breech-loading  fowling 
pieces,  with  and  without  hammers,  revolvers,  pistols,  hunting  and 
pocket  cutlery,  ammunition  of  every  description,  besides  a  full  line 
of  fishing  tackle  of  every  description.  Persons  desiring  to  discon- 
tinue housekeeping  and  anxious  to  avoid  the  annoyance  incident  to 
auction  sales  of  furniture,  etc.,  can  have  a  valuation  made  on  their 
goods  and  full  value  in  cash  paid  at  once  by  notifying  him,  who  will 
give  the  matter  his  personal  attention.  Mr.  Wight  served  during 
the  late  Civil  War  for  nine  months  in  the  Twelfth  Vermont  Volun- 
teer Infantry,  and  is  an  active  and  highly  respected  comrade  in 
G,  A.  R.  department  of  Vermont. 

J.  R.  BOOTH,  Manufacturer  and  Wholesale  Dealer  in  Lum- 
ber, Doors,  Sash,  Blinds,  Mouldings,  House  Finish,  etc.  U.  A.  Wood- 
bury, Manager. — The  income  from  the  various  sources  of  trades  in 
this  country  shows  that  one  of  the  most  extensive  enterprises  to  be 
met  with  is  the  lumber  business.  Mr.  J.  R.  Booth  is  a  manu- 
facturer of,  and  wholesale  dealer  in  lumber,   doors,  sash,  blinds, 


mouldings,  house  finish,  etc.,  making  a  specialty  of  fitting  material 
for  house-building,  which  is  produced  at  his  Burlington  Mills.  Mr. 
Booth  is  the  sole  owner  of  4,000  square  miles  of  timber  land,  this 
being  one  of  the  largest  individual  holdings  known,  while  his  mills 
at  Ottawa,  Canada,  are  not  exceeded  by  any  upon  this  continent. 
His  employment  list  in  Burlington  Works  numbers  160  men,  and 
in  Ottawa  exceeds  five  times  this  number.  Mr.  Booth  established  his 
business  in  1875,  and  in  addition  to  his  Burlington  office,  he  has 
branches  at  No.  80  Wall  Street,  New  York,  and  No.  71  Kilby  Street, 
Boston.  His  functions  cover  the  shipping  of  lumber  to  all  parts  of 
New  York  and  New  England.  Mr.  Booth  is  one  of  the  leading  business 
men  of  New  England,  and  is  strictly  conservative  in  all  of  his  deal- 
ings and  a  man  of  integrity.  His  manager  in  Burlington,  is  Mr.  U. 
A.  Woodbury,  a  gentleman  well  known  in  commercial  circles  as  an 
able  man  of  business.  Mr.  S.  D.  Pierce  is  the  agent  in  charge  of  the 
New  York  office,  Mr.  C.  H.  Spencer  fillling  the  same  capacity  in 
Boston.    They  are  both  men  well  fitted  for  their  positions. 

CHESTER  HIL.DRETH,  Dealer  in  Watches,  Jewelry  and 
Silverware,  Etc.;  Watches  and  Jewelry  Carefully  Repaired,  No.  99 
Church  Street.— Mr.  Chester  Hildreth  is  a  well-known  dealer  in 
watches,  jewelry  and  silverware,  and  there  is  no  more  generally 
recognized  authority  and  expert  on  everything  comprised  in  a  stock 
of  this  kind  than  he.  The  business  was  founded  in  1844  by  Messrs. 
Brinsmaid  and  Hildreth,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the 
sole  control  in  1890.  The  establishment  attracts  marked  attention 
by  reason  of  the  excellent  taste  and  sound  judgment  displayed  in  the 
selection  of  stock  and  in  the  general  furnishings  and  decorations. 
In  watches,  this  house  has  long  taken  the  lead  in  the  finest  move- 
ments, including  imported  chronometers,  stop  and  split  seconds, 
and  the  best  of  Swiss  and  American  makes,  in  every  variety  of  plain 
and  fancy  gold  cases;  also  sterling  silver  watches  at  such  a  wide 
range  of  prices  that  every  one  can  be  suited.  In  jewelry,  the  mag- 
nificent stock  compares  favorably  with  any  in  the  city,  and  is  notable 
for  the  richness  and  originality  of  styles,  for  elaborate  workman- 
ship, and  for  low  prices.  Here  are  whole  sets,  half  sets  and  single 
pieces  in  bewildering  variety,  and  from  which  the  most  fastidious 
can  be  suited.  Mr.  Hildreth  numbers  among  his  customer  the  lead- 
ing families  of  Burlington  and  vicinity,  and  is  a  reliable,  progressive, 
business  man,  always  the  first  with  new  styles,  novelties,  oddities, 
and  ever  pre-eminent  for  giving  full  value,  handling  the  richest  solid 
gold  jewelry  and  gems,  and  giving  prompt  and  skillful  attention  to 
the  repairing  of  watches  and  jewelry.  He  is  also  agent  for  the 
Aurora  watch,  the  best  watch  made  for  the  money.  Mr.  Hildreth  is 
a  native  of  Vermont,  and  one  of  Burlington's  most  useful  and  sub- 
stantial citizens. 


R.  "%V.  HULBURD,  Stand  and  Hanging  Lamps  of  all  Kinds, 
Decorated  Tea  and  Dinner  Sets, -etc.  Tea  and  Coffee.  No.  104 
Church  Street.— This  business  was  originally  founded  in  1884,  by  Mr. 
Spencer,  who  was  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1886.  The 
premises  comprise  one  floor,  18  x  50  feet  in  dimensions,  well-fitted 
with  a  choice  stock.  In  teas,  coffees,  baking  powder  and  spices,  no 
house  is  better  prepared  to  quote  bed-rock  rates  for  choice  goods. 
He  always  carries  a  large  assortment  of  fresh  crop  Oolongs.  Japans, 
gunpowder,  imperial,  young  hyson,  English  breakfast,  and  other 
standard  teas  that  are  renowned  for  flavor  and  quality,  and  are 
justly  popular,  with  the  trade  and  public.  A  specialty  is  also  made 
of  fresh-roasted  coffees.  The  extra  Java,  Mocha,  and  extra  Rio  are 
absolutely  unrivaled  for  purity,  quality,  flavor,  and  excellence. 
The  same  high  standard  characterizes  his  spices.  He  'las  special 
agents  in  nearly  all  the  principal  business  centers  of  the  state,  for 
the  sale  of  his  teas  and  coffees.  From  these  agents  these  goods  can 
be  obtained  at  same  prices  as  at  his  own  store  in  Burlington.  He  is 
the  only  agent  in  this  city  for  the  sale  of  the  Lux-Dux  Lamps,  which 
are  so  popular,  being  noted  for  giving  the  whitest,  steadiest  light  of 
of  any  lamp  in  the  market.  He  also  keeps  a  large  stock  of  stand 
and  hanging  Tamps  of  all  kinds,  also  decorated  tea  and  dinner  seta. 
He  has  in  stock  also  a  full  line  of  fancy  glass  and  china  ware. 
These  are  particularly  beautiful  and  would  repay  any  one  for  exam- 
ining them  even  if  he  did  not  care  to  purchase.  Mr.  Hulburd,  the 
proprietor,  is  a  native  of  New  York,  is  a  member  of  the  I.  H.  and  N. 
E.  O.  P.,  and  is  recognized  as  one  of  Burlington's  enterprising  and 
respected  business  men. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


O.  J.  WAIiKKR  &  BROS.,  Wholesale  Grocers,  Etc., 
Peck's  Block. — This  firm  are  widely  prominent  as  wholesale  grocers 
and  as  extensive  dealers  in  flour,  salt,  nails,  cement,  lime,  calcined 
plaster,  oils,  glass,  seeds,  pork,  fish  and  provisions  of  all  kinds.  The 
business  was  founded  in  1851  by  Messrs.  Blaekmar  &  Walker,  the 
present  firm  being  organized  in  1878.  The  premises  occupied  for 
trade  and  storage  purposes  are  sufflciently  spacious  to  accommodate 
the  immense  stock  that  is  constantly  carried.  Specialties  are  made 
of  fine  teas,  coffees  and  spices,  the  supply  kept  on  hand  being  very 
heavy  and  distinguished  for  its  absolute  purity  and  thorough  supe- 
riority. A  large  stock  of  tobacco  and  cigars  is  also  handled,  embrac- 
ing all  the  standard  and  most  popular  brands.  The  line  of  cut  nails 
and  spikes  is  the  largest  in  the  city.  Every  department  of  the  busi- 
ness is  under  good  control  and  ably  and  intelligently  directed.  No 
more  desirable  institution  could  be  found  with  which  to  deal,  and  its 
responsibility  is  equalled  only  by  the  promptness  and  satisfaction 
with  which  all  orders  are  filled.  A  corps  of  five  traveling  salesmen 
represent  the  interests  of  the  house  upon  the  road,  and  the  trade  is 
large  and  influential  throughout  Vermont,  New  Hampshire  and 
northern  New  York.  The  members  of  the  firm.  Messrs.  O.  J.,  W.  W., 
Hiram  and  Sol  Walker,  wei-e  born  in  Ferrisburgh,  Vt..  and  are  ac- 
counted representative  business  men  of  the  city,  who  give  aid  and 
countenance  to  all  legitimate  local  enterprises.  Messrs.  O.  J.,  tjol 
and  W.  W.  Walker  are  members  of  the  Burlington  Board  of  Trade, 
Mr.  O.  J.  Walker  being  one  of  its  vice  presidents.  Mr.  W.  W.  Walker 
served  as  a  member  of  the  Twelfth  Vermont  Infantry  in  the  late 
war,  and  is  a  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.  Messrs.  O.  J.  and  Sol  Walker 
are  members  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  and  all  stand  deservedly  high  in 
commercial,  financial  and  trade  circles. 


FREDERICK  R.  MENNS,  the  leading  Photographer,  stu- 
dio. No.  181  College  Street. — Among  the  foremost  exponents  of  the 
photographic  art  in  this  city,  may  be  mentioned,  Mr.  Frederick  R. 
Menus,  artist-photographer,  whose  admirably  conducted,  and  well- 
equipped  establishment  is  desirably  located  at  No.  181  College  Street, 
and  who  enjoys  an  enviable  reputation  for  fine  work  in  this  line, 
while  his  patronage  is  of  the  most  flattering  and  substantial  charac- 
ter, the  pictures  leaving  this  well-known  and  popular  studio  being 
flrst-class  in  every  respect,  in  fidelity  to  original  copy,  design,  exe- 
cution, and  finish.  This  flourishing  and  well-ordered  gallery  was 
established  in  188.0  and  from  its  inception  has  been  conducted  with 
uniform  and  gratifying  success.  The  premises  occupied,  including 
reception-parlors,  gallery,  and  operating-rooms  are  spacious  and 
commodious,  and  are  handsomely  appointed  and  completely 
equipped  with  the  latest  improved  apparatus,  devices  and  general  ap- 
purtenances, large  groups  and  views  are  a  specialty  with  this  house. 
Photography  in  all  its  branches  is  executed  in  the  highest  style  of 
the  art,  crayon,  pastel,  India  ink,  oil,  and  kindred  artistic  work 
being  done  in  the  most  superior  and  expeditious  manner,  while  pop- 
ular prices  prevail  and  altogether  a  very  extensive  and  influential 
patronage  is  received.  Mr.  Menns  is  a  native  of  Europe  and  is  a  man 
of  pleasing  manners  and  strict  probity  as  well  as  an  expert,  prac- 
tical photographer. 


CHARIiES  F.  WHEELER,  Ready  Made  Clothing,  Hats, 
Caps,  and  Gents'  Furnishing  Goods,  Etc..  Church  Street.— This  gen- 
tleman is  an  extensive  dealer  in  fine  and  ready  made  clothing,  for 
men,  young  men  and  children;  hats,  caps  and  gents'  furnishing 
goods;  trunks,  valises  and  bags;  umbrellas  and  rubber  clothing; 
and  his  establishment  is  not  only  a  credit  to  the  intelligent  enter- 
prise of  its  management,  but  it  is  6ne  of  those  houses  whose  honor- 
able success  reflects  luster  upon  the  name  and  fame  of  the  city  as  a 
growing  mercantile  center.  It  is  a  leader  in  its  line  in  Burlington, 
and  holds  a  commanding  position  among  the  principal  emporiums 
of  the  kind  in  this  section  of  the  state.  It  was  founded,  in  1875,  by 
Mr.  E.  P.  Shaw,  who  gave  place  to  the  present  proprietor  in  1887. 
The  store  is  very  desirably  situated  in  the  center  of  business  activity, 
and  is  spacioas  in  size,  admirably  arranged  and  appointed,  and 
stocked  to  repletion  with  new,  stylish  and  valuable  goods.  Mr. 
Wheeler  devotes  himself  to  the  sale  of  clothing  of  all  kinds,  for  men, 
youths,  boys  and  children,  everything  being  made  in  the  latest  style, 
of  the  best  materials,  and  selected  with  care  and  judgment.  Nothing 
of  an  inferior  order  is  handled,  each  grade  being  distinguished  for 
some  excellence  peculiarly  its  own,  while  the  Oner  lines  are  equal  in 


every  respect  to  the  best  custom  work,  in  fit,  finish,  elegance  and 
fashion.  The  lines  of  hats,  caps,  furnishings  and  traveling  goods, 
are  kept  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence.  Backed  by 
ample  capital,  and  supplied  with  every  facility  calculated  to  raise 
the  standard,  and  cheapen  the  cost  of  goods,  Mr.  Wheeler  is  enabled 
to  name  inducements  in  both  price  and  quality  that  are  as  rare  as 
they  are  profitable  to  those  who  accept  them.  Mr.  Wheeler  is  a  na- 
tive of  Vermont,  an  experienced  and  practical  merchant,  a  member 
of  the  I.O.O.F.,  and  the  BurHngton  Board  of  Trade,  and  deservedly 
popular.  He  was  assistant  postmaster  at  Burlington  twelve  years, 
previous  to  his  entering  on  his  present  business. 

CHAMPliAIN  HOTEIi,  J.  Donnelly,  Proprietor,  No.  176 
South  Battery  Street.— In  a  work  of  this  kind  devoted  to  the  re- 
sources of  the  city  of  Burlington,  and  which  is  destined  to  be  read 
elsewhere,  it  is,  of  course,  our  duty  to  mention  an  establishment 
where,  when  visitors  come  here,  either  for  business  or  pleasure,  they 
will  be  sure  to  find  all  the  comforts  of  home,  besides  every  civility, 
attention,  and  all  the  conveniences  pertaining  to  a  well-kept  hotel. 
An  establishment  of  this  character,  which  has  had  a  career  extend- 
ing over  a  period  of  half  a  century,  and  since  its  inception  has 
always  been  a  noteworthy  feature  of  the  business  life  of  Burlington 
is  the  widely-known  Champlain  Hotel,  located  very  eligibly  at  No. 
176  South  Battery  Street,  convenient  to  the  principal  points  of  inter- 
est and  business  center  of  the  city,  and  has  always  been  famous  for 
its  home-like  comforts,  the  excellence  of  its  table  and  the  courteous 
attention  bestowed  upon  its  patrons.  This  popular  and  veritable 
landmark  was  founded  originally  about  1840  by  Mr.  M.  McMann, 
who  was  succeeded  by  Mr.  Spaulding,  after  whom  came  Mr.  Murphy 
and  then  Mr.  Devett.  who  conducted  it  up  to  1882,  when  Mr.  J.  Don- 
nelly—the present  proprietor— assumed  its  control  and  management. 
The  building  is  a  commodious  and  substantial  structure,  and  has 
thirty-six  sleeping  apartments,  with  ample  accommodations  for 
sixty  guests.  The  rooms  are  all  well  lighted  and  ventilated,  cheer- 
ful and  inviting,  of  easy  access  through  spacious  and  direct  halls, 
supplied  with  every  comfort  and  kept  in  the  neatest  condition.  The 
parlors  and  reception  rooms  are  handsomely  and  attractively  fur- 
nished, while  the  dining-room  is  amply  spacious  and  has  full  seating 
capacity  for  all  its  guests,  while  the  culinary  department  is  in  charge 
of  experienced  persons,  and  the  food  supplied  is  of  the  very  best 
quality,  properly  prepared  and  served  bounteously  by  polite,  intelli- 
gent and  courteous  attendants.  The  office,  reading  and  writing 
rooms  are  cheerful,  commodious  and  furnished  in  a  complete  and 
thorough  manner,  while  every  attention  is  given  by  the  proprietor 
and  his  assistants  to  make  guests  feel  perfectly  at  ease.  Mr.  Don- 
nelly is  a  wide-awake,  enterprising,  genial  and  companionable  host, 
and  is  held  in  the  highest  estimation  by  all  with  whom  he  has  any 
social  or  business  relations. 

GEORGE  I.  HAGAR,  Builders'  and  Saddlery  Hardware- 
Mill  Supplies,  Mechanics'  Tools,  etc.,  No.  174  College  Street.— The  old- 
est and  best-known  house  in  the  hardware  trade  in  Burlington  is  that 
of  Mr.  George  I.  Hagar,  located  at  No.  174  College  Street.  It  was 
founded  in  1841  by  IMessrs.  Hagar  &  Arthur,  who  were  succeeded  by 
L.  M.  Hagar,  and  after  some  years  the  firm  of  L.  M.  &  G.  I.  Hagar 
was  organized,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the  sole  con- 
trol in  1868.  The  scope  of  trade  includes  every  description  of 
builders'  and  saddlery  hardware,  mill  supplies,  mechanics'  tools, 
cutlery,  paints,  oils,  varnishes,  brushes,  powder,  cordage  and  twine, 
harness  and  patent  leather,  and  horse  goods.  The  business  prem- 
ises comprise  four  floors,  ^  by  66  feet  each,  besides  a  large  store 
house,  and  unsurpassed  facilities  are  possessed  for  conducting  all 
branches  of  the  business  under  the  most  favorable  auspices  and 
upon  the  largest  scale.  The  stock  is  the  largest  in  its  line  in  the 
city  and  the  goods  handled  are  restricted  to  the  productions  of  only 
the  best  manufacturers.  The  trade  is  of  both  a  wholesale  and 
retail  character,  extending  throughout  Vermont  and  Northern  Nev 
York,  and  annually  increasing  in  volume  and  importance  under 
enterprising  and  reliable  management.  The  house  is  a  good  one  to 
do  business  with,  and  has  won  its  prominence  and  prosperity  by 
actual  merit,  always  keeping  a  first  class  and  complete  line  of 
goods  and  filling  all  orders  with  promptness  and  conscientious  care. 
Mr.  Hagar  is  a  native  of  Burlington,  and  one  of  its  solid,  substantial 
business  men,  a  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.  and  the  Burlington  Board  of 
Trade. 


B  U  K  L  1  N  G  r  O  N  ,     V  E  It  M  C)  N  T . 


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VENETIAN  BLIND  COMPANY,  Makers  of  English  and 
American  Venetian  Blinds;  also  Hill's  Patent  Inside  Sliding  Blinds, 
No.  219  Church  Street.— One  of  the  most  attractive  displays  that  is 
annually  noted  at  the  great  American  Institute  Fair,  in  New  York, 
is  the  exhibition  made  by  the  Venetian  Blind  Company,  of  Burling- 
ton. Organized  in  1884,  with  a  capital  of  $60,000,  this  company  has 
developed,  until,  at  present,  its  capital  is  $40,000,  while  the  company 
is  rated  among  New  England's  foremost  industries.  Seventy-five 
hands  are  employed  here,  while  the  factory  is  one  of  the  best  fitted 
and  finest  appointed  in  Burlington,  being  supplied  with  all  of  the 
latest  improved  machinery.  The  company  manufactures  Hill's  jmt- 
ent  inside  sliding  blinds,  English  and  American  improved  Venetian 
blinds  and  wire  window  screens,  making  Venetian  blind  slats  a  spe- 
cialty. The  productive  capacity  of  the  company's  factorj-  may  be 
fancied,  when  it  is  known  that  700  finished  blinds  are  tuuned  out  here 
each  week.  There  is  hardly  a  corner  of  the  country  in  which  the 
Venetian  blind  is  not  found,  as  may  be  evinced  by  the  fact  that 
branch  offices  are  sustained  in  New  York,  Brooklyn  and  Chicago, 
111.,  to  facilitate  more  ready  supplies  for  the  demand.  The  composi- 
tion of  the  company  is  upon  the  basis  of  a  regular  stock  organiza- 
tion, and  comprises  a  complete  staff  of  officers.  Mr.  Elias  Lyman  is 
the  president,  a  conservative,  though  enterprising  man  of  business, 
■with  the  company's  best  interests  foremost  in  mind.  The  remaining 
staff  comprises  Messrs.  Henry  Wells,  vice-president;  F.  W.  Wright, 
secretary;  L.  C.  Grant,  treasurer,  and  Geo.  D.  Wright,  manager. 
These  gentlemen  are  well  known  in  business  and  manufacturing 
circles,  and  stamp  the  existence  of  the  Venetian  Blind  Company 
with  reliability  and  a  complete  fulfillment  of  promises. 

HOTEIi  BURIilNOTON,  Delaney  &  Harrington,  Proprie- 
tors. St.  Paul  Street.— Hotel  Burlington  was  opened  to  the  public  in 
April,  1886,  by  Messrs.  Delaney  &  Harrington,  the  present  proprie- 
tors, and  has  always  been  accorded  a  liberal  and  influential  patron- 
age. The  house  is  three  stories  in  height,  and  contains  fifty-six 
rooms  for  guests.  It  is  eligibly  located  on  St.  Paul  Street,  facing 
City  Hall  Park,  and  is  convenient  alike  to  the  permanent  patron,  the 
commercial  tourist  and  the  transient  guest.  No  luxury  afforded  in 
situation,  surroundings,  modern  conveniences  or  management  in 
any  hotel  is  lacking  at  Hotel  Burlington.  The  rooms  are  elegantly 
furnished,  supplied  with  every  convenience  as  regards  light  and  heat, 
while  as  to  sanitary  arrangements  this  hotel  is  unrivalled.  The 
cuisine  of  the  house  is  worthy  of  special  praise,  being  under  the 
most  experienced  management,  and  kept  up  to  the  highest  standard 
of  excellence.  Carriages  run  to  all  trains,  and  every  necessity  of 
modern  hotel  life  is  .supplied  for  the  accommodation  of  guests. 
Terms  are  placed  upon  a  popular  basis,  and  a  stay  at  this  house  is 
always  remembered  as  a  pleasant  experience.  The  proprietors, 
Messrs.  G.  M.  Delaney  and  Benjamin  Harrington,  are  well-known 
Burlingtonians,  eminently  popular  with  their  host  of  friends  and 
patrons,  and  have  won  success  as  hotel  men  by  honest  endeavor  to 
meet  every  demand  of  the  public. 

A.  B.  FISHER,  Contractor  and  Builder,  No.  135  Winooski 
Avenue. — Mr.  A.  B.  Fisher  began  business  as  a  builder  forty  years 
ago,  in  the  village  of  Barre,  remaining  there  until  after  the  war, 
when  he  removed  to  Montpelier.  Here  he  proved  his  ability  as  an 
architect,  designing  and  supervising  the  erection  of  several  large 
buildings  in  that  town,  including  the  Pavilion,  one  of  the  finest  hotel 
structures  in  the  state.  The  steady  increase  of  his  commissions 
and  widening  field  of  his  labors  resulted  in  18T7,  in  his  removal  to 
Burlington,  where  he  has  since  carried  on  an  extensive  business,  em- 
ploying some  fifty  expert  assistants  in  draughting,  building  and  gen- 
eral joiner  work.  Mr.  Fisher  is  engaged  largely  in  supervising  the 
erection  of  the  most  advanced  class  of  public  and  private  buildings, 
and  although  it  is  needless  to  particularize  in  regard  to  the  work  of 
so  well  known  a  builder  as  Mr.  Fisher,  we  cannot  refrain  from  men- 
tioning among  his  creations  in  this  city  the  Howard  Opera  House, 
Wells  &  Richardson  Company's  Buildings,  the  St.  Paul's  Episcopal 
Chapel  and  Rectory,  Ethan  Allen  Building,  and  the  residences  of 
A.  E.  Richardson,  General  Wells,  H.  G.  Loomis,  Hon.  Henry 
Ballard,  Chas.  Woodhouse,  J.  W.  and  A.  W.  Dunham,  among 
many  others.  The  estimated  value  of  the  property  built  by 
Mr.  Fisher  in  Burlington  is  $1,. 500,000.  He  is  fully  prepared 
with  all  the  necessary  facilities  to  design  and  supervise  the  erection 
of  any  building,  not  only  promptly,  but  with  that  intelligent  appre- 


hension of  design  which  has  caused  his  efforts  to  be  so  highly  appre- 
ciated. As  a  contractor  and  builder,  Mr.  Fisher  does  the  largest 
business  of  any  one  in  Burlington.  His  son,  Mr.  Clellan  W.  Fisher, 
is  a  prominent  architect  of  this  city.  Mr.  Fisher  is  a  native  Ver- 
monter,  served  three  years  during  the  war  as  a  member  of  the 
Eighth  Vermont  Regiment,  and  is  a  member  of  the  G.  A.  H.  and  the 
F.  and  A.  M. 


ISAAC  ROGERS  A;  SON,  Agents.  Practical,  Plain  and 
Fancy  Slate  Roofers,  Also  Dealers  in  All  Kinds  of  Slate,  No.  323  Win- 
ooski Avenue.— The  building  industries  have  no  more  necessary  and 
indispensable  department  than  that  known  as  slate  roofing,  a 
branch  of  architecture  which  probably  owes  its  incipiency  to  the 
French.  Burlington  was  one  of  the  foremost  cities  of  the  Union  to 
adopt  this  innovation,  whicii  has  now  grown  into  a  requirement 
under  the  building  laws  of  many  cities.  On  Oct.  15,  1857,  Mr. 
Isaac  Rogers  established  himself  in  this  line,  which  includes  practi- 
cal, plain  and  fancy  slate  roofing,  and  also  the  dealing  in  all  kinds 
of  slate.  In  the  year  of  1881,  the  business  had  grown  to  such  an 
extent,  that  Mr.  Rogers  felt  justified  in  taking  a  partner,  and  as  a 
consequence,  the  existing  firm  was  organized  under  the  title  of 
Messrs.  Isaac  Rogers  &  Son.  They  employ  an  able  and  skilled  force 
of  eight  men,  giving  special  attention  to  slate  jobbing  in  this  city 
and  vicinity.  Their  preniises  are  stocked  with  the  finest  specimens 
of  slate,  which  is  used  in  various  departments  of  building,  but 
chiefly  in  roofing.  Their  workrooms  are  provided  with  the  latest 
improvements,  and  all  of  the  conveniences  for  conducting  a  first- 
class  business.  Being  practical  tradesmen,  the  Messrs.  Rogers  have 
built  their  business  upon  the  patronage  of  the  leading  men  of  town, 
a  fact  which  also  comes  from  the  knowledge  that  their  work  always 
affords  satisfaction,  fn  1887,  opportunity  offered  for  these  gentle- 
men to  extend  their  usefulness  and  they  consequently  put  in  a  com;j 
plete  stock  of  groceries.  The  wisdom  of  their  policy  is  read  in  their 
success.  They  supply  the  retail  trade  with  the  best  sundries,  includ- 
ing farm  produce,  butter,  eggs,  etc.,  and  also  teas,  sugar,  coffee, 
flour,  and  the  endless  variety  of  commodities  that  make  up  a  neat 
and  attractive  grocery  store,  their  place  at  No.  323  Winooski  Avenue, 
being  one  of  the  best  managed  stores  in  this  part  of  the  city.  Mr. 
Rogers,  Sr.,  is  a  member  of  the  Grocer  and  Meatmen's  Association. 
Both  members  of  the  firm  are  natives  of  Vermont,  and  have  made  a 
record  for  strict  and  honorable  commercial  dealing. 


HENRY  J.  NEL,SON,  Manufacturer  of  and  Dealer  in  Furni- 
ture, Church  Street.— The  oldest  and  largest  furniture  establish- 
ment in  Burlington  is  that  of  Mr.  Henry  J.  Nelson,  having  been 
established  in  1840  by  Mr.  Chas.  Nelson,  who!  was  succeeded  by  his 
son,  the  present  proprietor,  in  1862.  Its  stock  of  furniture,  bedding, 
mirrors,  window  shades,  lace  curtains  and  draperies  is  the  largest 
in  the  state,  and  quoted  at  the  lowest  prices  obtainable  anywhere. 
The  business  premises  comprise  four  floors,  30  by  90  feet  each,  with 
a  storehouse,  40  by  60  feet,  and  the  business  is  conducted  at  both 
wholesale  and  retail.  The  premises  are  divided  into  salesrooms 
cabinet-making,  upholstering  and  drapery  departments,  in  which 
steady  employment  is  found  for  a  large  force  of  skilled  and  expert 
hands.  The  stock  of  furniture  embraces  everything  that  can  be 
desired  in  fine  and  medium  goods,  parlor  and  chamber  suits,  dining- 
room,  library,  hall,  office  and  kitchen  furniture;  besides  innumera- 
ble specialties  of  the  rarest  aud  most  costly  materials,  in  wood,  silk, 
brocades,  velours  and  plushes.  A  specialty  is  made  in  manufactur- 
ing to  order  all  kinds  of  artistic  furniture,  the  most  elegant  fabrics 
being  used  in  the  upholstering,  and  all  the  work  being  done  under 
the  immediate  supervision  of  the  proprietor.  The  commonest  ma- 
terials when  manipulated  by  this  house,  assume  unique  shapes, 
pleasing  and  attractive  to  the  eye,  and  in  unity  with  the  modern, 
the  renaissance  aud  the  antique.  Much  of  the  ware  is  indeed 
matchless  for  costly  elegance  and  beautiful  design,  while  in  drap- 
eries and  interior  decorations,  this  house  stands  without  a  peer. 
Many  of  the  largest  and  finest  residences  in  the  city  have  been  fur- 
nished by  Mr.  Nelson,  who  is  an  expert  in  regard  to  shades  and 
patterns.  He  is  in  regular  receipt  of  the  latest  novelties  in  rich 
draperies,  and  from  his  stock  the  most  exacting  taste  can  readily 
be  satisfied.  Mr.  Nelson  is  a  native  of  Burlington,  and  one  of  its 
substantial,  public-spirited  citizens  ;  a  member  of  the  Board  of 
Trade  and  honored  and  esteemed  in  social  and  business  life. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


J.  I^.  DUHAIHE:!.,  Dealer  in  Boots  and  Shoes,  No.  20  Church 
Street.— There  is  no  article  of  wearing  apparel  of  more  importance 
to  either  sex  than  that  of  external  footwear,  and  its  manufacture 
forms  a  most  important  place  in  the  list  of  mechanical  arts.  A 
well-known  and  deservedly  prosperous  house  engaged  in  this  business, 
and  enjoying  a  very  enviable  reputation  for  the  superior  excellence 
of  its  goods  and  honorable,  straightforward  business  methods,  is  that 
of  Mr.  J.  L.  Duhamel,  located  at  No.  30  Church  Street.  This  house 
has  only  been  in  operation  since  JIarch  1,  18it0,  but  has  from  its 
foundation  enjoyeil  a  large,  first-class  patronage.  Mr.  Duhamel  is  a 
thoroughly  ex|)erienced  man  in  all  branches  of  the  trade  and  occu- 
pies a  spacious,  commodious  store,  which  is  ap))ropriately  fitted  up 
with  every  convenience  for  the  transaction  of  liusiness  and  the  com- 
fort of  patrons,  while  the  stock  carried  is  complete  and  is  being 
constantly  increased  by  fresh  invoices.  The  assortment  embraces 
everything  in  the  line  of  fine  and  mediiuu  grades  of  boots,  shoes  and 
gaiters  for  men,  boys  or  youths,  antl  everything  new  and  stylish  for 
ladies,  misses  and  children,  inchuling  the  strong  walking  boot  and 
school  shoe,  also  the  light  and  delicate  made  toilet  slipiJer.  He  also 
has  a  full  assortment  of  rubber  boots,  arctics,  overshoes,  sandals, 
and  slips  suitable  for  all  ages,  sizes  and  sexes.  He  sells  the  famous 
"  Nox  'Em  All "'  shoe,  that  is  so  popular  at  this  time  for  its  stylish 
appearance  and  excellent  wearing  qualities.  His  goods  have  all 
been  selected  with  the  greatest  care  and  from  the  protiuctions  of  the 
best  manufacturers,  and  cannot  fail  to  please,  as  they  are  sold  at  the 
lowest  figure  and  guaranteed  to  l)e  as  represented.  Mr.  Duhamel  is 
a  pleasant,  courteons.  reliable  dealer,  prompt  in  his  engagements, 
and  is  highly  respected  in  social  and  business  circles. 

GRAND  UNION  TEA  COIttPANY,  Importei-s  and  Deal- 
ers in  Choice  Teas.  Coffees  and  Spices,  Specialties  in  Baking  Powder, 
Headquarters  Nos.  72  and  7!)  Front  Street,  New  Burlington  Store,  No. 
55  Church  Street.— Few  articles  that  enter  into  daily  consumption  are 
so  hard  to  obtain  of  purity  and  good  quality  as  tea,  coffee,  and 
spices.  It  is  therefore  of  great  advantage  to  the  consumer  to  know 
of  some  establishment  where  he  can  obtain  these  articles  absolutely 
pure  an<i  free  from  adulteration.  Just  such  an  establishment  may 
be  fotnid  at  No.  .55  Church  .Street,  where  the  Grand  Union  Tea  Com- 
pany have  their  headquarters  for  this  state.  This  is  one  of  the  sixty- 
eight  branch  stores  of  this  company,  which  are  scattered  all  over  the 
United  States.  Their  headquarters  are  at  Nos.  Tri  and  79  Front 
Street.  New  York.  At  this  house  in  Bin-lington  is  kept  a  complete 
stock  of  the  choicest  teas  comprising  Oolong,  Formosa,  English 
breakfast.  Japan,  basket  fired  or  uncolored  Japan,  gunpowder, 
young  Hyson  and  Imperial;  all  grades  of  coffee,  raw  or  roasted, 
whole  or  ground,  as  ordered.  The  company  put  up  their  own 
spices,  of  which  they  handle  a  full  line  of  first-class  goods.  They 
manufacture  their  own  extracts,  lemon  and  vanilla,  which  are  full 
weight  and  of  extra  strength.  They  manufacture  the  Acme  and 
Grand  Union  baking  powder,  which  is  guaranteed  pure,  giving  per- 
fect satisfaction  everywhere  used.  The  individual  members  of  the 
company  are  .Messrs.  Frank  S.,  Charles  F.  and  Cyrus  D.  Jones,  all 
brothers  and  natives  of  New  York.  Mr.  M.  J.  Norris.  who  has  for 
five  years  been  in  their  employ,  is  the  present  manager  for  the  New 
England  States.  He  is  a  native  of  Pennsylvania,  and  a  member  of 
the  F.  A.  M.,  and  is  recognized  as  a  gentleman  of  great  executive 
abUity. 

ADSIT  &  BIOEIjOW,  Coal  Dealers,  Office.  No.  156  Main 
Street.— In  this  fast  age,  the  men  who  prove  themselves  loyal 
to  any  trust,  whether  it  be  in  the  capacity  of  business  men. 
where  public  patronage  is  depended  upon  for  support,  or  as  officers 
of  the  people,  under  any  of  these  circumstances,  men  who  fulfill 
their  promises,  are  worthy  to  be  counted  among  the  world's  elect. 
Two  gentlemen  who  are  in  business  in  Burlington,  have  won  the 
esteem  of  the  community,  by  the  mannei-  in  which  they  have  con- 
ducted their  business  affairs  since  their  establishment  in  1875.  .These 
are  Messrs.  E.  S.  Adsit  and  J.  J.  Bigelow.  coal  dealers.  They  have 
built  up  a  large  wholesale  and  retail  trade  among  the  leading  buyers 
of  this  city  and  vicinity.  The  brands  of  coal  that  they  furnish  are 
of  the  best,  and  always  in  accordance  with  their  promises.  They 
have  an  extensive  store-room,  capable  of  holding  10,000  tons  of  coal. 
a  fact  which  alone  attests  the  volume  of  their  business.  Messrs. 
Adsit  &  Bigelow  are  natives  of  Vermont,  and  as  merchants  rank 
among  the  leading  men  of  this  city. 


E.  V.  AUERBACH  &  CO.,  Watches,  Clocks  and  Jewelry. 
Nos.  16  and  18  Church  Street.— One  of  the  most  enterprising  and  pop- 
ular firms  dealing  in  watches,  clocks  and  jewelry  in  this  city  and 
vicinity,  is  the  well  known  firm  of  E.  F.  Auerbach  &  Co.  Occupying 
one  of  the  best  locations  in  the  city,  and  having  a  store  remarkable 
for  the  elegance  of  its  appointments  and  a  stock  of  goods  which  is 
acknowledged  to  be  the  largest  and  finest  stock  of  silverware,  clocks, 
watches  and  jewelry  in  this  section  of  the  state,  the  firm  has  from  its 
foundation  been  on  the  high  road  to  success.  The  exquisite  taste  of 
Mr.  Auerbach  and  his  able  assistants  displayed  in  the  arrangement 
of  his  magnificent  goods,  is  the  admiration  of  all  visitors  and  cus- 
tomers. The  firm  is  continually  adding  novelties  as  soon  as  they 
are  introduced,  so  however  often  one  may  call  there  is  something 
new  to  see.  Their  stock  of  watches  is  complete,  and  a  great  advan- 
tage of  this  establishment  is  the  selling  of  goods  on  the  installment 
plan,  thus  enabling  those  who  admire  costly  jewelry  and  will  wear 
nothing  else,  to  obtain  it  by  easy  payments.  They  carry  a  large  and 
elegant  stock  of  solid  gold  and  roll  plate  jewelry  in  sets,  half  sets 
and  single  pieces,  in  -i  11  the  latest  and  original  styles  as  soon  as 
brought  out.  They  have  a  brilliant  array  of  diamond  jewelry  and 
can  suit  all  tastes.  Their  stock  of  watches  is  complete,  and  all  styles 
and  makes  are  represented  at  prices  that  cannot  fail  to  defy  compe- 
tition. Fine  watch  repairing  and  engraving  is  done  by  thoroughly 
experienced  workmen,  and  the  trade  is  brisk  and  constantly  enlarg- 
ing. Three  traveling  salesmen  are  employed.  Mr.  E.  F.  Auerbach 
is  a  native  of  Germany,  and  is  thoroughly  experienced  in  every 
branch  of  the  business. 


H.  E.  ADAMS' &  SON,  Opticians,  Practical  Watchmakers,, 
and  Dealers  in  Watches,  Clocks,  Jewelry,  etc..  No.  107  Church  Street. 
—This  business  was  established  in  1879  by  H.  E.  Adams  and  the  pres- 
ent firm  was  established  in  1890.  The  premises  occupied  comprise 
one  floor,  20  x  60  feet  in  dimensions.  Three  expert  workmen  are 
employed,  and  all  orders  receive  prompt  attention.  Mr.  Adams,  the 
senior  member  of  the  firm,  has  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  busi- 
ness in  all  its  branches  and  gives  his  personal  attention  to  every  de- 
partment daily.  The  firm  are  practical  watchmakers,  opticians  and 
dealers  in  watches,  clocks,  jewelry,  diamonds,  bronze,  silver  and 
plated  ware,  etc.  Fine  watches  are  accurately  adjusted  and  rated 
by  the  best  clock  in  Burlington.  Accurate  time  is  given  the  city 
every  morning  at  9:15  o'clock.  Having  had  a  long  and  successful 
experience  in  the  retail  trade,  they  now  propose  to  add  to  their 
large  and  flourishing  business  that  branch  known  as  Trade  Work. 
They  are  prepared  to  do  all  kinds  of  fine  watch  repairing  coming 
under  the  head  of  watchmakers,  for  the  trade.  Special  attention  is 
given  to  the  repairing  of  marine  and  pocket  chronometers,  adjust- 
ing to  heat,  cold,  isochronism  and  position  at  reasonable  prices. 
Parts  of  watches  are  duplicated  at  short  notice.  Watches  are 
changed  from  key  to  stem  winders  when  desiredj.  They  have  all 
the  machinery  necessary  for  the  manufacture  of  all  parts  of  a 
watch,  and  all  work  entrusted  to  them  will  be  done  in  a  thorough, 
workmanlike  manner.  Mr.  H.  E.  Adams,  the  senior  member  of 
the  firm,  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  is  director  of  the  Electric  Light 
Company.  Mr.  M.  W.  Adams  is  a  native  of  Chester,  and  is  a  mem- 
ber of  the  F.  A.  M.  and  I.  O.  O.  F.  and  is  highly  respected  for  his 
business  abilities  and  courteous  treatment  of  customers. 

BURL.TNGTON  COTTON  niII<LS,  Manufacturers  of 
Print  Cloths.— The  business  of  this  company  was  originally  estab- 
lished in  1845,  by  the  Winooski  Mill  Co..  the  existing  firm  having 
been  incorporated  in  1888.  It  has  a  large  factory  at  Winooski  Falls, 
devoted  to  carding  and  spinning,  where  25.000  spindles  are  kept  in 
operation.  This  mill  is  supplied  with  all  of  the  latest  improved  ma- 
chinery, and  is  regarded  as  a  very  valuable  plant.  At  Burlington 
the  company  has  a  large  two-story  building  and  several  other  build- 
ings where  weaving  is  carried  on.  The  company  employs  about 
three  hundred  hands  and  has  the  capacity  for  producing  30.000  yards 
of  print  cloth  daily,  which  is  sold  to  printing  establishments.  The  offi- 
ces of  the  company  here  are  commodiously  furnished  with  all  the  con- 
veniences necessary  for  a  successful  and  large  business.  The  presi- 
dent and  general  manager  is  Mr.  Joel  H.  Gates,  a  gentleman  who 
has  filled  his  office  with  satisfaction  since  the  organization  of  the 
company.  Mr.  R.  G.  Leverson,  the  treasurer,  is  also  a  gentleman  of" 
sterling  worth,  and  both  gentlemen  sustain  an  excellent  standing  in 
the  community. 


B  U  K  L 1 N  (i  T  O  N  ,     VERMONT. 


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MRS.  P.  H.  MCMAHON,  Ladies'  Bazaar,  No.  47,  Head  of 
Church  Street.— This  store  in  its  appointments  and  arrangement  is  a 
model  of  taste,  attractiveness  and  completeness,  and  is  fully  stocked 
with  the  most  desirable,  first-class  millinery  goods,  including  the 
latest  novelties  and  finest  foreign  and  domestic  trimmings.  With 
large  experience,  and  every  facility  at  hand,  Mrs.  McMahon  is  pre- 
pared to  supply  first-class  millinery  of  the  most  fashionable  and  cor- 
rect styles  and  patterns  at  a  cost  one-third  less  than  that  of  more 
pretentious  establishments.  Mrs.  McMahon  has  from  the  founda- 
tion of  this  business  in  1885  established  herself  in  the  general  esteem 
of  a  large  and  first-class  patronage.  She  has  occupied  the  present 
location  during  the  past  year  only.  The  store  is  handsomely  fur- 
nished, and  contains  the  most  elegant  assortment  of  millinery  goods 
found  in  the  city.  Five  expert  milliners  are  employed,  and  all  work 
is  executed  with  exquisite  taste  and  skill,  and  all  orders  promptly 
attended  to.  The  stock  of  ladies'  furnishing  goods  is  full  and  com- 
plete. Here  are  to  be  found  Infants'  Outfits  in  great  variety  and 
beauty  of  design,  also  material  for  art  needle  work.  Stamping  is 
done  to  order  in  a  great  variety  of  patterns  on  any  material  at  most 
reasonable  prices.  Mrs.  McMahon  is  a  native  of  Burlington,  and  is 
widely  known  and  esteemed  in  business  and  social  circles. 

K.  B.  STE  IRNS  &  CO.,  Park  Drug  Store,  No.  172  College 
Street.— If  age  is  honorable,  then  the  Park  Drug  Store,  conducted 
under  the  proprietorship  of  Messrs.  R.  B.  Stearns  &  Co.,  deserves 
the  highest  mark  of  esteem.  It  was  established  in  1840  by  Mr.  John 
Peck,  and.  after  some  changes,  the  present  firm  was  organized  in 
1870,  as  successors  to  J.  W.  Roby  &  Co.  The  premises  occupied  for 
trade  purposes  comprise  four  floors,  30  x  65  feet  each,  and  the  main 
salesroom  is  a  model  of  elegance,  taste  and  beauty,  being  fitted  up 
and  finished  in  hard  woods,  marble  counters,  marble  floor,  and 
heavy  plate-glass  show-cases,  and  is  the  center  of  a  large  and  active 
trade.  Patrons  of  this  establishment  always  find  goods  as  repre- 
sented, and  prices  at  the  bottom  notch.  All  the  manufactured  drugs 
are  from  the  best  known  manufacturing  chemists  of  Europe  and 
America,  and  their  own  laboratory  is  kept  busy  preparing  prescrip- 
tions for  the  medical  fraternity  and  their  other  patrons.  Their  herb 
and  general  botanical  department  carries  nothing  old  or  musty. 
Their  poisons  are  kept  in  a  distinct  compartment  so  that  mistakes 
cannot  be  made,  and  their  entire  business  is  systematized.  Their 
druggists'  sundries,  imported  and  domestic  perfumes,  combs, 
sponges,  hair  and  tooth  brushes,  and  a  full  line  of  toilet  articles  are 
sold  at  very  moderate  prices.  They  carry  everything  called  for  in 
the  drug  line.  The  members  of  this  responsible  firm  are  Messrs.  R. 
B.  Stearns  and  A.  C.  Tuttle,  both  native  Vermonters,  and  expert  and 
accomplished  pharmacists.  Mr.  Stearns  is  a  member  of  the  Burling- 
ton Board  of  Trade;  Mr.  Tuttle  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  and 
both  are  gentlemen  of  sound  judgment  and  sterling  integrity. 

DR.  TAMES  I.E1VIS,  Dentist,  No.  181  College  Street.— The 
oldest,  leading,  best  known  dentist  in  the  city  is  Dr.  James  Lewis, 
who  has  acquired  a  wide-spread  reputation  for  superiority  and  ex- 
cellence as  a  dentist.  He  is  a  native  of  Pennsylvania,  and  spent  a 
number  of  years  in  close  study,  graduating  with  honor  at  the  Penn- 
sylvania Dental  College  at  Philadelphia.  He  is  also  a  graduate  of 
the  Jefferson  Medical  College  of  Philadelphia,  and  of  the  medical 
college  of  this  city.  Dr.  Lewis'  elegantly  furnished  dental  parlors 
are  finely  located  at  No.  181  College  Street.  The  premises  utilized 
comprise  three  rooms,  a  reception  room,  operating  room  and  labora- 
tory. In  all  the  departments  will  be  found  all  the  latest  improved 
scientific  and  mechanical  appliances  known  to  the  profession.  Dr. 
Lewis  is  prepared  to  execute  all  branches  of  the  business  from  the 
filling  and  cleaning  of  teeth  to  the  most  difficult  adjustment  of  arti- 
ficial sets.  Ether  and  other  anaesthetics  as  administered  by  him 
have  been  very  successful  in  alleviating  pain  in  the  extracting  and 
filling  of  teeth.  Filling  decayed  teeth  with  gold  platinum,  silver  or 
composition  is  executed  in  the  most  skillful  and  correct  manner, 
while  special  attention  is  given  to  the  difficult  branches  of  crown  set- 
ting. His  productions  in  artificial  teeth,  whether  singly  or  in  sets, 
are  evidences  of  rare  skill  and  artistic  taste,  giving  a  natural  appear- 
■  ance  to  the  wearer.  He  is  respected  and  esteemed  not  only  for  his 
great  professional  skill,  but  for  his  personal  characteristics,  his 
many  benevolent  acts,  and  his  earnest  endeavor  to  please  his  cus- 
tomers. 


O.  C  STACY,  Livery  and  Boarding  Stables,  Church  Street, 
below  Main.— One  of  the  most  popular  livery  and  boarding  establish- 
ments for  horses  in  this  city  is  that  of  Mr.  O.  C.  Stacy  on  Church 
Street.  This  business  was  established  by  Mr.  Stacy  more  than 
thirty  years  ago,  and  since  then  has  always  commanded  a  liberal 
and  permanent  patronage.  The  stables  are  spacious  and  commo- 
dious, thoroughly  equipped  with  every  requisite,  and  are  well  venti- 
lated, properly  lighted,  and  thoroughly  drained  and  free  from  all 
obnoxious  odors.  Every  care  and  attention  is  given  to  horses  in- 
trusted to  the  charge  of  the  proprietors  by  experienced  grooms  and 
stable  men.  This  firm  has  a  number  of  the  most  stylish  equipages 
to  be  seen  in  the  city,  and  a  stock  of  superior,  thoroughbred  driving 
horses  which  can  be  hired  for  business  or  pleasure,  night  or  day,  on 
moderate  terms.  Among  the  vehicles  are  included  elegant  coaches, 
carriages,  landaus,  coup6s,  buggies,  road  wagons,  etc.  In  the  stock 
will  be  found  those  suitable  for  ladies  or  invalids,  either  for  .saddle 
or  harness  use;  also  some  that  are  lively  "goers"  for  those  who 
delight  in  a  spin  over  the  road.  Mr.  Stacy  is  prepared  to  supply 
parties,  funerals,  and  weddings  with  any  number  of  carriages  at  the 
shortest  notice.  His  trade  is  large  and  extends  throughout  the  city, 
and  principally  among  the  wealthy  and  refined  classes.  He  exer- 
cises scrupulous  care  in  the  selection  of  drivers,  to  engage  only 
those  who  are  sober,  reliable,  courteous  and  intelligent.  Mr.  Stacy 
has  been  long  and  favorably  known  in  this  community. 

HENRY  R.  Hllili,  Men's  Outfitting,  No.  64  Church  Street.— 
One  of  the  representative  establishments  of  Burlington  is  that  of 
Mr.  Henry  R.  Hill.  His  facilities  and  connections  are  unrivaled, 
and  since  he  established  his  business  in  1886  he  has  completely 
revolutionized  the  trade  in  children's  clothing  particularly,  removing 
this  branch  of  business  from  under  the  subordination  of  gentle- 
men's tailoring.  He  has  the  only  exclusive  stock  of  children's 
clothing  in  Vermont,  while  it  has  a  fineness  of  quality  that  cannot 
be  duplicated  elsewhere  in  the  state.  This  is  also  headquarters  for 
hats,  caps  and  gents'  furnishings.  The  house  has  the  sole  agency 
for  some  of  the  most  famous  hat  manufacturers  of  the  country,  and 
also  handles  nearly  all  the  celebrated  makes  of  derby,  soft  and  silk 
hats.  Here  are  to  be  found  wedding  and  party  outfits  in  shirts,  col- 
lars, cravats  and  gloves:  a  full  line  of  hosiery  and  underwear,  in 
pure  lamb's  wool,  merino  and  English  balbriggan,  in  plain  white 
and  colors;  English,  French  and  Japanese  silk  handkerchiefs  in 
large  variety;  a  full  line  of  articles  necessary  for  traveling,  such  as 
English  leather  bags,  trunks  and  valises;  sleeping  shirts  and  long 
night  shirts  made  from  the  best  English  flannels,  cotton  and  silk,  for 
steamers,  sleeping  cai-s,  yachting  and  hunting;  traveling  and  smok- 
ing caps,  cotton  and  silk  night  caps;  dre.ss  studs  and  sleeve  links  in 
white,  enamel  and  gold,  mourning  goods  in  handkerchiefs,  studs  and 
pins;  the  best  makes  of  silk  umbrellas,  walking  sticks  and  canes.  A 
specialty  is  made  this  season  in  fur  coats  and  robes,  and  induce- 
ments are  offered  in  these  goods  as  regards  both  quality  and  low 
prices  which  challenge  comparison  and  defy  successful  competition. 
Mr.  Hill  is  a  Massachusetts  man  by  birth,  an  experienced  and  saga- 
cious merchant,  a  member  of  the  Burlington  Board  of  Trade,  and 
has  achieved  a  success  both  fairly  earned  and  justly  merited. 

FERGUSON  &  ADSIT,  Saddlery  and  Carriage  Hardware, 
No.  185  College  Street.— The  saddlery  hardware  house  of  Messrs. 
Ferguson  &  Adsit  was  founded  in  1883  by  the  present  proprietors, 
and  from  that  time  onward  has  maintained  a  steady  growth.  They 
deal  extensively  in  saddlery  and  carriage  hardware  at  both  whole- 
sale and  retail,  and  manufacture  gig  saddles,  leather  and  nickel- 
plated  goods.  The  stock  carried  is  remarkable  for  the  care  with 
which  it  has  been  selected  and  the  undoubted  reliability  of  the 
goods.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  four  floors,  spacious  and 
commodious,  and  two  storehouses.  Ten  hands  are  employed  and 
two  traveling  salesmen  are  kept  constantly  on  the  road,  who  visit  all 
portions  of  Vermont  and  most  of  the  eastern  states.  They  are 
always  in  a  position  to  offer  to  the  trade  inducements  it  would  be 
difficult  to  duplicate  elsewhere.  The  individual  members  of  the  firm 
are  W.  F.  Ferguson  and  Alvaro  Adsit.  The  former  is  a  native  of 
Vermont  and  a  member  of  the  F.  A.  M. ;  the  latter  is  a  native  of 
New  York.  They  are  widely  known  as  honorable  business  men. 
Their  factory  is  located  at  Winooski  Falls,  about  two  miles  fronj  this 
citv. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


CrEORQE  A.  HALIi,  Furniture,  Baby  Carriages,  Lace  Cur- 
tains, Rink  Building.— In  tliis  city  no  house  takes  a  liigher  position 
in  the  sale  of  fine  and  medium  furniture  than  that  of  IMr.  George  A. 
Hall.  He  established  his  business  here  in  1885,  and  deals  extensively 
at  both  wholesale  and  retail,  in  furniture,  baby  carriages,  lace  cur- 
tains, etc.  His  mammoth  salesrooms  measure  60  x  160  feet,  and  are 
stocked  to  repletion  with  new,  choice  and  desirable  goods.  The 
stock  embraces  everything  that  can  be  desired  in  parlor  and  cham- 
ber suits,  dining-room,  library,  hall,  ofRce  and  kitchen  furniture,  a 
specialty  being  made  of  antique  oak  and  cherry  chamber  suits, 
antique  oak  finish  suits  at  reduced  prices,  while  innumerable  special 
pieces  are  displayed  in  wood,  silk,  brocades,  velours  and  plushes. 
Much  of  the  ware  is  matchless  for  costly  elegance  and  tasteful  com- 
position, while  the  variety  is  so  great  that  the  tastes  and  the  means 
of  all  classes  of  purchasers  are  readily  suited.  The  largest  stock  of 
baby  carriages  ever  shown  in  Burlington  is  to  be  found  here  at  a  re- 
duction of  one  to  five  dollars;  also,  woven  wire  mattresses,  splint 
seat  and  back  piazza  chairs,  Baldwin's  dry  air  refrigerators,  and  a 
fine  line  of  lace  curtains.  Mr.  Hall  is  a  native  Vermonter,  and  is 
recognized  as  one  of  the  largest  furniture  dealers  in  the  state,  bring- 
ing to  bear  ample  resources,  perfected  facilities  and  a  keen  appre- 
ciation of  the  wants  of  the  public  in  this  direction  of  trade. 


MATHEWS  &  HICKOK,  Manufacturers  of  Packing  Boxes, 
Cloth  Boards,  etc.— This  business  was  established  by  Messrs  Math- 
ews &  Davis  in  1871,  and  the  present  company  was  formed  in  1875, 
and  from  its  foundation  has  been  steadily  increasing.  Hundreds, 
thousands  of  feet  of  lumber  are  worked  up  per  week,  and  boxes  of 
various  shapes  and  sizes  are  produced,  from  the  smallest  box  used 
in  packing  to  the  largest  dry  goods  case.  The  factory  is  equipped 
with  a  full  and  complete  complement  of  the  most  modern  improved 
macliinery,  and  a  large  force  of  hands  find  constant  and  remunera- 
tive employment.  It  would  be  difficult  to  estimate  the  degree  of 
benefit  which  the  maintenance  of  such  an  extensive  industry  as  this 
must  bring  to  the  community.  That  it  cannot  be  small  is  apparent 
from  the  fact  that  so  many  workmen  are  given  steady  employment, 
requiring  the  weekly  disbursement  for  wages  of  such  a  sura  as  must 
add  greatly  to  the  prosperity  of  tradespeople  who  furnish  these 
hands  and  their  families  with  necessary  supplies.  Taken  in  any 
light  it  must  be  conceded  that  this  establishment  is  indeed  an  im- 
portant factor  in  the  general  material  prosperity  of  the  community. 
Messrs.  J.  M.  Mathews  &  Horatio  Hickok,  the  individual  members  of 
the  firm,  are  well-known,  progressive  business  men  and  highly  re- 
.spected  for  their  honesty  and  sterling  integrity. 


SEEinAN,  HUNT  &  CO.,  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods,  No.  114 
Church  Street.— A  leading  establishment  of  its  kind  in  this  city  is 
the  large  dry  goods  and  fancy  goods  emporium  of  Messrs.  Beeman, 
Hunt  &  Co.  The  business  was  established  by  S.  L.  Herrick  in  1850, 
and  he  was  succeeded  by  several  firms  in  the  intervening  years,  and 
ill  1889  the  present  firm  was  established.  The  premises  occupied  are 
spicious  and  commodious  and  attractively  fitted  up.  A  force  of 
help  sufficiently  large  to  meet  the  demands  of  a  rapidly  increasing 
trade  is  employed,  and  no  efforts  will  be  spared  by  the  proprietors 
to  make  this  enterprise  a  success.  They  bring  to  bear  special  quali- 
fications both  as  to  executive  abilities,  sound  judgment  and  facilities 
for  securing  at  the  earliest  moment  all  the  latest  novelties  in  foreign 
and  domestic  dry  goods,  including  silks,  satins  and  velvets,  and 
dress  goods  in  the  widest  variety  at  the  lowest  prices.  The  bargains 
announced  here  will  be  found  exactly  as  stated.  They  have  a  large 
stock  of  fancy  dry  goods,  linens,  domestics,  hosiery,  gloves  and  un- 
derwear for  ladies.  They  make  a  specialty  of  notions  and  small 
wares,  of  which  they  keep  an  almost  endless  variety.  The  trade  is 
both  wholesale  and  retail.  In  the  dress  goods  department  will  be 
found  a  complete  line  of  most  fashionable  plaids  and  stripes,  plain 
goods  in  camel's  hair,  cashmeres,  serges,  etc.  A  fine  assortment  of 
silk  gimps,  black  and  colored  web  velvets  and  velvet  ribbons  for 
dress  trimmings  can  also  be  found  here,  and  knitting  yarns  of  nearly 
every  shade  of  Germantown  and  Saxony  are  kept  constantly  on 
hand.  Messrs.  B.  B.  Beeman  and  J.  E.  Hunt  are  both  natives  of 
Vermont,  and  during  the  short  time  in  which  they  have  been  estab- 
lished here  in  business  have  won  the  confidence  and  esteem  of  the 
entire  community. 


FERGUSON  BROTHERS,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Dealers 
in  Milk,  Cream  and  Ice,  Office  and  Salesroom,  No.  301  College 
Street.— Messrs.  Ferguson  Brothers  are  wholesale  and  retail  dealers 
in  milk,  cream  and  ice,  having  estabUshed  their  business  in  1883. 
They  occupy  two  rooms  for  their  office  and  salesroom,  and  keep  six 
men  in  their  employ,  while  they  do  an  extensive  retail  milk  trade 
that  requires  the  services  of  five  delivery  wagons.  Here  they  own  a 
creamery,  covering  a  space  of  50  x  80  feet,  and  supplied  with  all  of 
the  modern  conveniences  for  making  their  business  a  success. 
Everything  about  this  place  shows  extreme  care  and  attention, 
while  neatness  is  one  of  the  noted  features  to  be  met  with.  The 
Messrs.  Ferguson  Brothers  are  fastidious  as  to  the  selection  of  their 
stock,  their  milch  cows  being  of  the  best  breed,  kept  upon  whole- 
some food  and  given  the  best  of  care,  to  the  end  that  they  may  sup- 
ply healthful  products.  The  firm  has  built  up  a  trade  with  the  best 
families  in  town  and  enjoys  a  merited  and  profitable  income.  They 
also  supply  the  market  with  the  best  ice  that  is  obtainable.  Messrs. 
Ferguson  Brothers  are  natives  of  Vermont. 

DRS.  "WATERS  &  HUBBEIili,  No.  166  Bank  Street, 
First  Door  West  of  Church  Street.— A  popular,  reliable  and  thorough 
exponent  of  their  profession  in  Burlington,  whose  skill  and  genius 
have  placed  them  among  the  foremost  in  this  profession  in  the  state 
is  the  firm  of  Waters  &  Hubbell,  whose  office  and  parlors  are  located 
at  No.  166  Bank  Street,  first  door  west  of  Church  Street.  Dr.  Waters 
is  a  native  of  this  state  and  has  resided  in  this  city  many  years. 
Applying  himself  to  the  study  of  this  profession  at  an  early  age,  and 
attending  a  full  course  of  lectures  at  the  celebrated  Dental  College 
of  Maryland  in  Baltimore,  from  which  he  graduated  with  distinctive 
honors,  he  returned  to  this  city  and  established  himself  in  his  profes- 
sion in  1866,  and  at  once  developed  a  very  large  and  influential  pat- 
ronage, derived  principally  from  among  our  most  refined  and  intelli- 
gent people.  Their  office  and  parlors  are  eligibly  located,  easy  of  ac- 
cess and  fitted  up  in  a  very  handsome  and  appropriate  manner,  the 
operating  room  and  laboratory  being  fully  equipped  with  all  the  latest 
improved  mechanical  and  scientific  devices  known  to  the  profession. 
The  use  of  vapors  and  cocoaine  for  painless  extracting  and  filling 
have  proved  very  successful  in  their  hands;  and  the  filling  of  decayed 
teeth  with  gold,  silver  and  platinum  or  other  reliable  substances  is 
executed  promptly,  expeditiously  and  in  the  most  workmanlike  and 
scientific  manner;  also  the  cleansing  of  teeth  and  removal  of  foreign 
substances  from  them,  and  other  diseases  of  the  teeth  and  gums  are 
done  in  the  best  possible  manner.  Artificial  teeth  are  made  singly 
or  in  sets,  and  in  this  special  line  the  work  done  here  is  unsurpassed 
in  finish,  appearance  and  style,  while  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  as 
to  fit,  comfort  and  durability,  and  prices  are  extremely  reasonable. 
In  May,  1890,  Dr.  S.  Hubbell  entered  into  partnership  with  Dr. 
Waters,  forming  the  firm  of  Waters  &  Hubbell,  having  graduated  at 
the  same  college  in  Baltimore,  and  having  had  eight  years  practice 
in  Mooers  and  Champlain,  N.  Y.  This  firm,  as  at  present  consti- 
tuted, stands  pre-eminent  in  the  estimation  of  the  citizens  of  Burling- 
ton. Dr.  Hubbell,  besides  the  regular  course  in  dental  surgery,  took 
a  special  course  in  operating  in  Boston,  and  also  a  course  of 
anaesthetics  (chloroform,  gas,  ether)  in  Montreal,  Canada. 

N.  K.  BROWN  &  CO.,  Manufacturer  of  Proprietary  Medi- 
cines, No.  115  St.  Paul  Street.— This  business  was  established  by  Mr. 
N.  K.  Brovra  in  1870  at  Montpelier,  and  in  consequence  of  the  rapid 
success  of  his  remedies  was  subsequently  removed  to  Burlington, 
and  has  during  the  past  year  formed  a  co-partnership  with  Mr.  A. 
G.  Fisher,  the  firm  being  now  known  as  N.  K.  Brown  &  Co.  Mr. 
Brown  is  manufacturer  of  the  following  celebrated  medicines,  viz. : 
Brown's  Star  Troches,  Brown's  Teething  Cordial,  Brown's  Bronchial 
Elixir,  Brown's  Fluid  Extract  Buchu,  Brown's  (N.  K.)  Essence  Ja- 
maica Ginger,  Brown's  Iron  and  Quinine  Bitters.  At  the  establish- 
ment on  St.  Paul  Street  Mr.  Brown  has  a  commodious  laboratory 
equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  apparatus  and  appliances  nec- 
essary for  the  production  of  these  famous  remedies.  His  trade  is 
large  and  extends  all  over  the  United  States.  His  remedies  are 
time-tried  and  remarkably  efficacious.  In  1890  Mr.  A.  G.  Fisher  was 
admitted  to  the  business,  and  the  present  firm  name  was  adopted. 
Mr.  Fisher  is  a  native  of  Vermont  and  is  a  wholesale  dealer  in  drug- 
gists' supplies  in  Chicago.  Mr.  Brown  is  also  a  native  of  Vermont, 
and  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  has  been  alderman  of  the  city 
and  is  a  member  of  the  Burlington  Board  of  Trade. 


BURLINGTON,    VERMONT, 


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IiOOIVIIS  J.  SmiTH,  Slate  Roofing.— In  the  line  of  slate  and 
iron  roofing  for  promptness  in  executing  contracts,  there  is  not  one 
in  the  city  of  Burlington  who  has  a  better  reputation  than  Mr. 
Loomis  J.  Smith.  This  enterprising  and  popular  roofer  is  a  native 
of  this  state  and  has  always  been  a  resident  of  this  city,  and  it  may 
be  truthfully  said,  was  brought  up  in  this  business.  This  establish- 
ment was  founded  in  1857  by  H.  W.  Smith,  and  has  always  main- 
tained a  high  reputation  for  first-class  work  and  liberal  dealing. 
After  different  changes  in  its  management  and  control,  the  present 
proprietor  assumed  its  direction  in  1885.  The  premises  utilized  com- 
prise a  well  appointed  ofBce  and  spacious  yard,  well  provided  with 
shedding  and  other  conveniences  and  accessories  for  the  storage  of 
materials  and  successful  transaction  of  the  trade.  He  keeps  con- 
stantly on  hand  a  full  and  complete  assortment  of  slate  in  various 
colors,  plain  and  corrugated  iron  for  roofing  purposes  and  furnishes 
■  employment  to  a  sufficient  force  of  experienced  workmen  to  meet 
all  demands  of  his  trade.  He  is  prepared  to  furnish  estimates  for  all 
kinds  of  roofing  whether  in  city  or  country,  enter  into  contracts  and 
execute  the  same  promptly  and  satisfactorily  at  lowest  figures.  Mr. 
Smith  is  a  popular,  reliable  man.  Having  served  in  the  Navy  during 
the  late  civil  war  he  is  a  highly  respected  and  active  member  of  the 
Grand  Army  of  the  Republic,  Department  of  Vermont. 

"W.  H.  liANE  &  SON,  Livery  Stable,  No.  161  St.  Paul  Street.— 
One  of  the  most  important  and  popular  of  these  establishments  in 
this  city  is  the  Park  Stables,  W.  H.  Lane  &  Son,  proprietors.  The 
business  was  established  in  1865  and  since  then  has  commanded  a 
liberal  patronage.  The  stables  are  spacious  and  commodious, 
thoroughly  equipped  with  every  requisite,  and  are  well  ventilated, 
properly  lighted,  and  thoroughly  drained  and  free  from  all  ob- 
noxious odors.  Every  care  and  attention  is  given  to  horses  intrusted 
to  the  care  of  the  proprietors  by  experienced  grooms  and  stable 
men.  The  carriage  repository  is  on  the  first  and  second  floors,  and 
the  most  particular  attention  is  given  them  to  see  that  they  are  in 
perfect  order  before  going  out.  This  firm  has  a  number  of  the  most 
stylish  equipages  to  be  found  in  the  city,  and  a  stock  of  superior 
thoroughbred  driving  horses,  which  can  be  hired  for  business  or 
pleasure,  night  or  day,  on  moderate  terms.  Among  the  vehicles  are 
included  elegant  coaches,  carriages,  landaus,  coupes,  buggies,  and 
road  wagons,  etc.  In  the  stock  will  be  found  those  suitable  for 
ladies  or  invalids,  either  for  harness  or  saddle  use ;  also  some  that 
are  regular  "  flyers,"  for  those  who  delight  in  a  spin  over  the  road. 
The  office  of  the  stable  is  fitted  up  in  a  handsome  manner,  and  all 
orders  by  night  or  day  receive  prompt  attention.  This  firm  make  a 
specialty  of  keeping  first-class  coupes  and  coaches  for  wedding, 
shopping  or  visiting  calls.  They  are  also  prepared  to  supply  parties, 
funerals,  and  weddings  with  any  number  of  carriages  at  short 
notice.  Their  trade  is  large  and  extends  throughout  the  city,  and 
principally  among  the  wealthy  and  refined  classes.  Mr.  W.  H.  Lane 
and  W.  H.  Lane,  Jr.,  are  both  natives  of  Vermont,  have  spent  their 
lives  in  this  business  and  are  considered  good  authority  upon  the 
noble  animal.  Mr.  W.  H.  Lane,  Jr.,  is  captain  of  the  fire  company,  is 
committee  of  the  city  school  and  a  member  of  the  F.  A.  M. 


GEO.  W.  KEIiLEY,  Wholesale  Grocer,  No.  10  Church 
Street.— This  house  was  founded  in  1877  by  Messrs.  Chauvin  and 
Kelley,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the  control  in  1879.  The 
premises  occupied  for  trade  purposes  are  spacious  and  commodious, 
and  a  very  large  and  fine  stock  is  constantly  carried,  and  Mr.  Kelley 
is  prepared  at  all  times  to  supply  the  trade  in  his  line  with  the  best 
the  market  affords  at  short  notice.  It  is  a  well-known  fact  thAt  pure 
and  unadulterated  teas  and  coffees  are  difficult  to  find,  but  the 
patrons  of  Mr.  Kelley  are  satisfied  that  they  get  nothing  else  at  his 
establishment  and  that  no  inferior  goods  will  be  offered  them  in  any 
branch  of  the  business.  They  are  enthusiastic  in  praise  of  the  teas, 
coffees,  flour,  canned  goods,  spices,  condiments,  table  delicacies, 
fruits  and  other  commodities  handled  by  him,  and  speak  in  the 
warmest  terms  of  the  fair  and  liberal  treatment  received  at  his 
hands.  Mr.  Kelley  receives  his  goods  direct  from  the  best  produc- 
ing sources,  and  in  immense  quantities,  enabling  him  to  offer  in- 
ducements to  the  trade  and  to  consumers  both  as  regards 
excellence  of  stock  and  economy  of  prices  that  are  rarely  dupli- 
cated by  rival  concerns.  Mr.  Kelley  is  a  native  of  New  York  and  is 
a  gentleman  of  excellent  standing  in  the  community. 


CHAS.  li.  MARCEIiAIS,  General  News  Dealer,  Bookseller 
and  Confectioner,  No.  40  Church  Street.— This  enterprising  young 
man  is  a  native  of  Canada  and  has  been  a  resident  here  for  some 
years,  and  endowed  with  superior  business  ability,  coupled  with  ex- 
perience, he  established  himself  in  the  news-dealing,  book  and  con- 
fectionery trade  in  1888,  and  soon  developed  a  very  large  and  influ- 
ential trade,  and  shortly  afterwards  inaugurated  the  District  Mes- 
senger Service  and  Package  Express,  which  at  once  met  with  popu- 
lar favor  among  our  business  men,  and  its  record  from  the  outset 
has  been  a  continuous  success.  The  premises  utilized  are  of  spa- 
cious dimensions,  and  fitted  up  in  a  very  neat  and  attractive  man- 
ner and  with  special  reference  to  the  business.  In  the  store  will  be 
found  at  all  times  a  full  and  complete  assortment  of  the  very  latest 
leading  daily  and  weekly  newspapers  from  Boston,  New  York, 
Troy,  Burlington,  Albany  and  other  leading  cities;  also  the  latest 
periodicals,  pictorials  and  magazines,  besides  all  the  different  cheap 
library  editions  of  the  most  popular  writers  as  soon  as  published, 
together  with  a  choice  assortment  of  fresh  and  pure  confectionery. 
Papers  are  left  at  residences  and  places  of  business  promptly  and 
regularly  on  their  arrival,  and  back  numbers  of  any  publications  are 
obtained  on  the  shortest  notice.  In  his  Telegraph  and  Telephone 
Messenger  Service,  comprising  nearly  one  hundred  stations,  the 
most  reliable,  prompt  and  careful  messengers  are  employed,  and  all 
messages,  packages,  or  service  of  any  kind  ordered  receives  the 
most  careful  and  scrupulous  attention. 

SPEAR  BROTHERS,  Architects  and  Builders,  No.  213 
Main  Street. — A  prominent  and  well-known  firm  engaged  in  archi- 
tecture and  building  in  this  city  is  that  of  Spear  Brothers.  The 
business  was  established  in  1879  by  W.  O.  Spear,  and  in  1880  the  pres- 
ent firm  was  formed.  A  large  corps  of  workmen  are  constantly  em- 
ployed, and  some  of  the  finest  residences  in  Burlington  and  vicinity 
have  been  designed  by  them,  among  which  may  be  mentioned  the 
residences  of  General  Greenleaf,  Thomas  Newcomb,  C.  E.  McCuen, 
and  several  large  residences  in  Newport.  They  are  also  doing  ex- 
tensive building  at  Saranac,  N.  Y.  All  buildings  designed  and  built 
by  this  firm  are  greatly  admired  by  experts  for  their  stability  and 
elegance.  They  make  the  same  careful  study  of  the  interior  require- 
ments of  their  buildings  as  of  the  exterior;  their  computations  are 
accurate,  and  plans  thoroughly  practical,  while  their  style  of  archi- 
tecture is  pure  and  symmetrical.  Their  aim  is  always  to  secure  to 
the  owner  the  best  results  within  the  limits  of  estimates,  and  their 
close  adherence  to  specifications  and  careful  supervision  of  builders 
and  contractors,  point  them  out  as  sound,  conservative,  business 
men,  as  well  as  architects  of  the  highest  professional  attainments. 
The  individual  members  of  the  flrm  are  Messrs.  W.  O.  and  R.  A. 
Spear.  Both  gentlemen  are  natives  of  Vermont,  and  members  of 
the  I.O.O.F.,  and  are  classed  among  Burlington's  progressive  and 
public-spirited  citizens. 

TEOTPIiE  OF  FASHION,  Fine  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods, 
Mrs.  J.  A.  McKanna,  proprietress,  No.  46  Church  Street.— The  popular 
Temple  of  Fashion  which  is  under  the  able  management  of  Mrs.  J.  A. 
McKanna,  has  for  many  years  maintained  an  enviable  reputation  for 
the  superior  excellence  of  its  goods.  The  business  was  established  in 
1877,  and  has  from  its  foundation  been  steadily  gaining  in  popularity 
and  extent  of  patronage.  The  premises  occupied  are  very  spacious 
and  commodious,  very  handsomely  furnished  in  the  latest  approved 
modernstyle,  and  fully  equipped  with  every  facility  for  the  successful 
prosecution  of  the  business.  Here  will  be  found  at  all  times  an  ele- 
gant and  complete  stock  of  goods,  comprising  everything  fashionable 
and  seasonable  in  straw,  chip,  and  felt  hats,  also  bonnets  and  bonnet 
frames  in  the  very  latest  styles  and  shapes,  both  trimmed  and 
untrimmed,  embodying  the  most  prevalent  fashions  of  the  day,  after 
the  most  celebrated  modistes  of  Paris  and  London,  besides  every- 
thing in  the  line  of  satins,  silks,  plushes,  laces,  crapes  and  mourning 
goods,  ostrich  plumes,  feathers,  artificial  flowers,  laces,  head  orna- 
ments, ribbons,  etc.,  for  millinery  trimmings.  A  corps  of  skilful 
artists  in  millinery  are  constantly  employed,  and  bonnets  are 
trimmed  while  customers  wait,  if  desired,  while  special  attention  is 
given  to  mourning  orders  and  they  are  executed  at  the  shortest 
notice.  The  stock  of  fancy  goods  embraces  everything  that  can  be 
bought  in  that  line.  Mrs.  J.  A.  McKenna  is  a  native  of  New  York, 
and  is  eminently  popular  with  her  customers,  and  devotes  her  entire 
attention  to  their  best  interests. 


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INDUSTKIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


HENRY  H.  DAVIS,  Books,  Stationery,  Toys  and  Games. 
Fancy  Goods,  Musical  Merchandise,  Architects'  Utensils,  Etc.,  No. 
65  Church  Street.— The  bookstore  of  Mr.  Henry  H.  Davis  has  met 
with  marked  success  in  placing  before  the  public  a  splendid  array  of 
all  th0  current  works  of  both  English,  French  and  American 
authors,  as  well  as  fine  stationery,  fancy  goods,  toys  and  games, 
musical  merchandise,  architects'  utensils,  etc.  This  representative 
house  was  established  in  1871  by  Mr.  E.  A.  Fuller,  and,  after  some 
changes,  the  present  proprietor  succeeded  to  the  control  in  1873. 
Four  years  later  he  took  possession  of  his  present  spacious  quarters 
and  added  musical  merchandise  to  his  stock.  It  is  now  the  leading 
headquarters  in  the  city  for  useful,  novel  and  beautiful  holiday 
goods,  such  as  can  be  appreciated  and  prized  by  both  old  and 
young.  It  has  well  stocked  departments  for  fancy  note-paper  and 
envelopes,  desk  supplies,  blank  books,  memorandum  books,  diaries 
and  pads;  scientific,  agricultural  and  miscellaneous  works  from  the 
best  authors;  works  of  devotion,  prayer-books,  hymnals  and  Bibles; 
books  in  fine  bindings  and  illustrated  works  in  prose  and  poetry; 
maps,  globes  and  guide  books;  sporting  and  yachting  books  and 
out-door  literature  generally;  juvenile  books,  toys  and  games  in 
vast  variety;  albums,  leather  goods  and  Christmas  gifts  for  all 
tastes  and  fancies;  bric-a-brac  and  novelties  of  various  kinds.  Of 
French  toys,  German  toys,  Yankee  toys,  toys  for  girls  and  toys  for 
boys,  there  is  an  immense  assortment.  Sheet  music  of  every  de- 
scription is  also  furnished  without  delay,  and  a  splendid  line  of 
violins,  guitars,  accordions,  drums,  fifes,  clarionets,  mouth  organs 
and  other  musical  merchandise  is  kept  on  hand.  Mr.  Davis  is  a 
native  of  St.  Albans,  but  has  resided  here  for  some  thirty  years,  and 
is  a  member  of  the  I.O.O.F.  and  the  N.E.O.P.,  and  is  honored  and 
esteemed  in  both  social  and  mercantile  circles. 

PETER  DEVEREIJX,  Practical  Tin,  Copper  and  Sheet 
Iron  Worker,  Furnaces,  Stoves,  Ranges,  etc..  Plumbing,  Steam  and 
Gas  Fitting,  No.  18  Gteorge  Street. — Mr.  Peter  Devereux,  practical 
tin,  sheet-iron  and  copper  worker,  plumber,  steam  and  gas  fitter,  has 
resided  in  this  city  for  some  years,  and  having  acquired  a  thorough 
knowledge  of  this  business  by  years  of  practical  experience,  he  es- 
tablished this  enterprise  on  his  own  account  in  1885,  which  at  once 
met  with  popular  favor  and  a  very  large  and  influential  trade  has 
been  developed.  The  premises  occupied  are  spacious  and  commo- 
dious, and  fitted  up  with  special  reference  to  their  uses,  comprising 
a  finely  appointed  store  and  workshop,  the  latter  being  fully 
equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  machinery,  tools  and  appli- 
ances, and  employment  is  furnished  a  full  force  of  skilled  and  ex- 
perienced workmen.  The  range  of  products  embraces  everything  in 
the  line  of  tin,  copper  and  sheet-iron  ware  for  household  and  trade 
purposes,  a  large  stock  of  which  is  kept  constantly  on  hand  in  the 
store  and  sold  at  lowest  prices.  A  specialty  is  made  of  metal  roof- 
ing, spouting,  jobbing  and  factory  work,  for  which  estimates  are 
furnished  when  desired  and  contracts  of  any  magnitude  are  entered 
into  and  executed,  whether  in  town  or  country,  promptly,  satisfac- 
torily, and  at  bed-rock  figures.  He  also  gives  especial  attention  to 
plumbing,  steam  and  gas  fitting  and  particularly  those  branches  per- 
taining to  strict  sanitary  engineering,  and  all  work  of  this  character 
is  executed  in  the  most  thorough  and  reliable  manner.  In  the  store 
will  be  found  a  full  line  of  the  very  latest  improved  patterns  of  par- 
lor, office  and  cook  stoves,  ranges,  heaters,  grates,  etc.,  also  a  fine 
line  of  gas  and  oil  stoves  with  fittings,  all  of  which  have  been  se- 
lected from  among  the  best  productions  of  the  most  celebrated 
makers.  He  also  carries  a  full  and  complete  line  of  hollow  and 
stove  ware,  wood  and  willow  ware,  housekeeping  goods,  etc.,  etc. 
Mr.  Devereux  is  a  first-class,  practical  man  in  all  branches  of  his 
business  and  devotes  his  personal  attention  to  all  work  entrusted  to 
his  charge. 

ROWIiElT  &  PRIOR,  Fine  Family  Groceries,  No.  23  Church 
Street.— One  of  the  finest  and  most  prominent  provision  establish- 
ments in  Burlington  is  the  excellent  store  conducted  by  Rowley  & 
Prior,  located  at  No.  23  Church  Street.  The  firm  occupy  most  capa- 
cious and  desirable  premises,  and  comprise  two  floors,  22  x  60  feet  in 
dimensions,  filled  with  a  very  superior  stock,  consisting  of  fine  cigars, 
syrups  and  molasses,  prime  coffees,  pure  teas  and  spices,  cheese, 
butter,  eggs,  and  general  country  produce,  also  canned  goods,  fancy 
pickles  and  jellies,  preserved  and  dry  fruits,  also  green  fruit  and 
vegetables  in  season,  salt,  flour,  ham,  bacon,  fish,  etc.,  glass,  oil. 


kindling  wood,  chewing  and  smoking  tobacco,  soaps  of  the  most 
popular  brands,  smoked  meats,  and  meats  of  all  kinds  of  which  they 
make  a  specialty;  their  stock  in  this  line  will  be  found  to  be  the  larg- 
est and  best  in  the  city.  And  the  families  in  this  portion  of  the  city 
are  fortunate  in  having  so  excellent  a  store  conveniently  accessible 
to  them.  Messrs.  P.  R.  Rowley  and  L.  H.  Prior,  the  individual  mem- 
bers of  the  firm,  are  natives  of  Vermont.  They  established  this 
business  in  1876,  and  owing  to  their  great  energy  and  enterprise  it 
has,  from  its  inception,  been  a  decided  success.  They  are  personally 
quite  popular  with  all  who  come  in  contact  with  them,  and  their  pat- 
rons are  also  their  personal  friends.  They  are  universally  regarded 
as  merchants  of  more  than  ordinarj'  ability,  and  as  gentlemen  of 
honor  and  integrity.  Mr.  P.  R.  Rowley  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and 
A.  M.,  and  Mr.  L.  H.  Prior  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F. 

M.  MEAOHER,  Steam  Heating,  Gas  Fitting  and  Plumbing, 
etc..  No.  76  Pearl  Street,  head  of  Pine.— Mr.  M.  Meagher  established 
his  business  in  1884,  and  engages  in  erecting  steam  heating  appara- 
tuses, gas  fitting  and  plumbing,  making  a  special  feature  of  jobbing 
and  furnace  work.  He  occupies  an  entire  floor,  20  x  40  feet,  where 
he  employs  six  of  the  most  able  and  skilled  workmen  to  be  found  in 
this  trade.  He  puts  a  great  deal  of  stress  upon  job  work,  too,  a  line 
which  he  has  built  up  to  an  ample  degree.  Modern  methods  of 
building  have  made  steam  heating  a  necessity,  and  in  this  work  Mr. 
Meagher  excels,  his  steam  heating  registers  being  of  picturesque  de- 
sign and  fine  workmanship.  He  accepts  contracts  for  the  complete 
piping  of  houses  for  gas,  placing  chandeliers  and  putting  in  fixtures. 
He  does  all  grades  of  plumbing,  puts  in  sinks,  basins  and  fits  bath 
rooms  in  the  finest  and  most  modern  styles.  In  furnace  work,  Mr. 
Meagher  is  not  to  be  outdone.  He  takes  jobs  for  erecting  the  larg- 
est to  the  smallest  heating  furnaces  of  every  pattern  required,  for 
warming  entire  buildings  and  private  houses.  Mr.  Meagher  is  a 
practical  workman,  and  sees  to  it  that  every  contract  that  is  carried 
out  is  to  the  utter  satisfaction  of  his  patrons.  Mr.  Meagher  is  a 
member  of  St.  Mary's  Benevolent  'Society  and  his  life  has  been  a 
credit  to  Burlington,  the  city  of  his  birth. 

IVIIiIiIAm:  SMITH  &■  CO.,  Manufacturers  of,  and  Dealers 
in,  Light  Carriages  and  Sleighs,  No.  153  St.  Paul  Street,  south  Van 
Ness  House.— Messrs.  ^William  Smith  &  Co.,  are  well-known  manu- 
facturers of  and  dealers  in  light  carriages  and  sleighs  in  Burlington. 
Their  business  was  established  originally  by  Messrs.  Smith  &  Bost- 
wick,  who  were  next  succeeded  by  Messrs.  Smith  &  Gottman;  then 
came  Messrs.  Smith  &  Bagley,  and  in  1883  the  existing  firm  was  or- 
ganized under  the  title  of  Messrs.  WiUiam  Smith  &  Co.  They  do  an 
extensive  wholesale  and  retail  business,  making  a  specialty  of  fine 
repairing.  Their  shops,  that  is,  the  main  building,  cover  a  space  of 
30  X  70  feet,  with  an  L  28  x  32  feet.  The  firm  employs  eight  skilled 
workmen,  and  has  the  reputation  for  turning  out  some  of  the  best 
specimens  of  carriages  and  sleighs  in  the  city.  The  individual  mem- 
bers of  the  firm  are  three.  Mr.  Smith  is  a  native  of  Massachusetts, 
and  ranks  high  as  a  man  of  honorable  principles.  He  is  a  member 
of  the  G.  A.  R.,  having  for  nine  months  served  with  the  Twelfth  Ver- 
mont Regiment.  Mr.  J.  H.  Tuttle's  place  of  nativity  is  Maine.  He 
is  widely  esteemed  in  business  circles.  Mr.  F.  F.  Thompson  was 
bom  in  Maine  and  is  an  active  and  popular  member  of  the  K.  of  P. 
lodge  and  holds  a  place  of  honor  among  men. 

RURIilNGTON  SHIRT  €0]TIPANY,  Manufacturers  of 
Shirts,  Collars  and  Cuffs,  Office,  No.  103  St.  Paul  Street,  Factory,  No. 
143  College  Street.— This  company  was  established  in  1876  and  has  a 
factory  at  No.  143  College  Street,  34  x  100  feet.  Here  there  are 
twenty-five  hands  employed,  the  firm's  specialty  being  the  manufac- 
ture of  custom-made  shirts.  Three  commercial  travelers  are  kept 
busy  the  year  round,  taking  orders  and  introducing  goods,  the 
trade  extending  throughout  New  England.  The  volume  of  business 
transacted  by  the  Company  amounts  to  the  commendable  figure  of 
$2,500  per  month.  Five  stockholders  constitute  the  company,  which 
is  a  regularly  organized  concern.  The  president  is  Mr.  G.  F.  Pape,  a 
gentleman  well  and  honorably  known  in  business  and  public  life,  he 
having  been  for  two  years  past  the  president  of  the  Burlington  Street 
Railway  Company.  He  is  an  active  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M. 
Mr.  John  A.  Clapp,  treasurer  and  business  manager,  is  a  native  of 
New  York  and  has  proven  himself  to  be  the  right  man  in  the  right 
place. 


B  U  R  r.  1  X  a  T  O  N ,     V  E  K  M  O  N  T  . 


W.  H.  JEOTTOTAN  &  CO.,  Druggists,  No.  17  Church  Street. 
— This  flourishing  business  was  established  by  the  firm  in  1885.  The 
premises  comprise  one  floor  of  ample  dimensions,  fitted  up  with  all 
necessary  cliemicals  and  pharmaceutical  appliances.  A  number  of- 
competent  assistants  are  constantly  employed,  and  the  firm  are 
ready  at  all  hours  of  day  or  night  to  compound  prescriptions,  using 
the  most  perfect  check  system  on  every  ingredient  employed;  there- 
fore mistakes  are  absolutely  impossible,  while  the  enormous  amount 
of  chemicals  daily  consumed  renders  those  in  use  always  fresh  and 
active.  So  rigid  is  their  system  in  this  department,  and  their  prices 
so  in  conformity  to  the  times  that  they  have  developed  an  influential 
and  permanent  patronage,  not  only  with  the  general  public,  but  also 
with  the  medical  profession.  The  large  and  varied  stock  of  this 
•establishment  consists  of  the  finest  drugs  and  chemicals,  proprietary 
medicines  of  acknowledged  merit,  fancy  toilet  article,  perfumery, 
mineral  waters,  physicians'  supplies  and,  indeed,  any  articles  that 
may  be  rightly  thought  of  in  connection  with  a  first-class  pharmacy. 
The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Wm.  H.  Zottman 
And  Eugene  M.  Styles.  Mr.  Zottman  is  a  native  of  California;  Mr. 
Styles  is  a  native.of  Burlington,  and  both  are  members  of  the  F.  A.  M. 


AIN'DREIX^  OTcOAFFEir,  Manufacturer  and  Dealer  in  Har- 
ness, Saddles,  Bridles,  Blankets,  Etc.,  Etc.,  No.  161  Main  Street.— In 
the  line  of  traffic  carried  on  by  this  gentleman,  we  recognize  one  of 
the  leading  enterprises  of  the  city.  Mr.  McGaffey,  the  sole  proprie- 
tor and  founder,  commenced  the  business  in  186,5.  For  the  past 
twelve  years  he  has  occupied  his  present  quarters  at  No.  161  Main 
Street,  and  here,  with  every  facility  and  convenience  at  hand,  he 
carries  on  a  most  prosperous  and  extensive  business  in  harness  and 
saddle  manufacture,  and  supplies  of  a  kindred  nature.  The  spa- 
cious storeroom  is  20  x  70  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  fully  equipped 
with  all  the  essentials  so  requisite  for  a  business  of  this  kind.  The 
trade  is  both  of  a  wholesale  and  retail  nature,  and  the  stock  carried 
embraces  full  lines  of  harness,  saddles,  bridles,  blankets,  laprobes, 
buffalo  and  wolf  robes,  whips,  halters,  etc.  Fine  custom  work  to 
order  is  a  specialty  of  the  house,  and  is  done  promptly  and  satisfac- 
torily by  experienced  workmen  in  the  employ  of  Mr.  McGaffey.  He 
is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  one  of  the  highly  esteemed  citizens  of 
Burlington.  When  the  war  broke  out,  he  served  his  country  faith- 
fully and  gallantly,  enlisting  in  the  15th  Illinois  Infantry  Regiment. 
He  is  an  honored  member  of  the  G.  A.R.,  and  is  also  a  member  of  the 
F.  and  A.M. 


OTISSS.  A.  KENNEDY,  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods,  No.  97 
Church  Street. — This  eminently  popular  house  was  established 
many  years  ago  by  Daniel  Kern.  The  present  proprietress  has 
occupied  this  location,  No.  97  Church  Street,  for  the  past  thirty-five 
years.  The  premises  comprise  two  floors,  30  x  60  feet  in  dimensions, 
handsomely  fitted  up  with  every  equipment  for  the  display  of  the 
large  and  elegant  stock  of  goods  constantly  carried.  Miss  Kennedy 
has  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  business  in  every  detail,  ripened 
by  years  of  experience  and  observation,  and  in  her  capacity  for  pur- 
chasing goods,  has  always  enjoyed  a  distinguished  reputation  as  a 
lady  of  exquisite  taste  and  fine  judgment.  In  the  hat  and  bonnet 
department  is  an  extensive  and  varied  stock,  including  all  the  latest 
foreign  and  domestic  styles  and  novelties.  The  lace  department  is 
particularly  attractive,  and  contains  a  splendid  assortment  of  all  the 
most  beautiful  patterns  and  designs,  including  all  the  latest  novelties. 
There  is  almost  an  endless  variety  and  shade  of  ribbons;  then  there 
are  flowers,  feathers  and  ornaments  to  suit  every  taste  at  the  very 
lowest  prices.  Corsets  in  all  popular  styles  from  the  best  manufact- 
urers, well  made  of  the  best  material,  are  kept  constantly  on  hand; 
also  a  large  and  fine  stock  of  hair  goods.  The  stock  of  hosiery  is 
very  large  and  complete,  and  a  stock  of  handkerchiefs  can  always 
be  found  here.  There  are  neckties  and  hamburg  edgings  in  beauti- 
ful patterns  at  prices  to  suit  all  classes  of  custoniers.  The  beautiful 
French  pattern  bonnets  and  hats  displayed  here  attract  much  ad- 
miration, and  the  work  done  at  this  establishment  shows  a  high 
order  of  artistic  skill. 


J.  W.  HAYES,  Groceries  and  Provisions,  Wood  and  Coal. 
Corner  of  King  and  Champlain  Streets.— A  house  representing  two 
iines  of  enterprise,  is  that  of  which  Mr.  J.  W.  Hayes  is  sole  proprie- 
tor. Groceries,  provisions,  wood  and  coal  are  the  chief  commodities 
dealt  in  by  Mr.  Hayes,  and  in  these  lines  he  has  developed  a  trade  of 
such  proportions  and  general  prosperity  as  to  bring  his  house  within 
■the  bounds  of  being  "  repfesentative  "  in  every  respect.  Mr.  Hayes 
established  the  business  in  1875.  He  occupies  spacious  premises  for 
business  purposes  at  the  corner  of  King  and  Champlain  streets,  and 
here  he  carries  on  the  extensive  trade  adverted  to  above.  One  apart- 
ment is  devoted  to  the  display  of  the  groceries  and  provisions,  and 
the  stock  of  which  is  complete  and  varied  in  every  particular,  em- 
bracing all  fancy  and  staple  goods  coming  under  this  head.  In  coal, 
Mr.  Hayes  carriesa  large  stock  of  both  an  anthracite  and  bituminous 
nature;  also  a  heavy  supply  of  wood,  this  branch  of  the  business  ex- 
celling the  other  in  proportions,  and  employing  for  its  prosecution 
eight  men.  Mr.  Hayes  is  also  agent  for  the  leading  lines  of  mail 
steamers  between  New  York,  Boston  and  Liverpool,  and  cheerfully 
furnishes  all  information  regarding  the  movements  of  transatlantic 
steamers  between  these  points,  upon  application.  Mr.  Hayes  is  a 
native  of  Burlington,  and  is  regarded  in  this  community  as  one  of 
"the  most  energetic  business  men  of  the  city.  He  stands  high  in 
business,  social  and  political  circles,  and  at  present  holds  the  office 
•of  city  alderman. 


C.  F.  BROWN,  Undertaker,  No.  157  Bank  Street.— This  pros- 
perous and  reliable  house  was  founded  originally  by  Mr.  M.  W. 
Hasman,  in  1878,  who  conducted  it  quite  successfully  until  18&5, 
when  he  was  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor,  under  whose  able 
direction  and  enterprise  the  business  has  attained  its  present  fore- 
most position.  He  occupies  ample  and  commodious  quarters,  com- 
prising an  appropriately  arranged  office  and  wareroom,  where  he 
keeps  on  hand  at  all  times  a  full  and  complete  assortment  of  coffins, 
caskets,  shrouds,  burial  robes,  furnishings  and  everything  compre- 
hended in  funeral  requisites,  and  has  two  reliable  and  efficient  assist- 
ants. Remains  are  taken  in  charge  at  any  hour  and  prepared  for 
burial  in  the  most  expeditious  and  superior  manner,  while  his 
methods  of  embalming  are  the  very  best  known  for  preserving  the 
remains  from  dissolution.  Interments  are  procured  in  any  of  the 
city  or  suburban  cemeteries  and  funerals  are  directed  personally  in 
first-class  style,  while  his  charges  are  always  of  the  most  reasonable 
character.  Mr.  Brown  is  a  native  of  this  state  and  has  resided  in 
this  city  a  number  of  years,  and  is  known  as  a  refined,  intelligent, 
and  honorable  gentlemen. 


li.  A.  AT  WOOD,  Photographer,  No.  22  Church  Street.— Among 
those  in  Burlington  who  have  devoted  a  life-long  study  to  the  per- 
fecting of  the  photographic  art  is  Mr.  L.  A.  Atwood.  Mr.  Atwood's 
portraits  have  acquired  a  merited  fame  for  their  fidelity,  delicacy  of 
shading,  beauty  of  finish,  and  truthfulness  of  expression,  and  his 
patronage  is  drawn  from  the  best  classes  of  society  in  this  city  and 
throughout  all  the  surrounding  country.  He  has  been  established  in 
the  business  here  since  1875,  and  with  his  large,  practical  experience 
it  is  hardly  a  matter  of  surprise  that  his  operations  here  have  met 
with  unvarying  and  unqualified  success.  His  prices  are  placed  at  a 
very  moderate  figure,  and  he  is  notably  prompt  and  faithful  in  meet- 
ing every  demand  of  his  patrons.  Mr.  Atwood  is  highly  esteemed 
and  respected  in  both  professional  and  social  life;  served  during  the 
war  in  the  Eleventh  Vermont  Regiment,  and  is  a  member  of  the 
G.  A.  R. 


H.  E.  SAKiliS,  Tobacco,  Cigars,  Cigarettes,  Pipes,  etc..  No. 
68  Church  Street.— The  business  conducted  by  Mr.  H.  E.  Sails  ha,s 
been  established  here  for  a  period  of  twenty  years,  and  for  the  past 
five  years  has  occupied  the  present  location.  He  is  an  extensive 
dealer  in  tobacco,  cigars,  cigarettes,  chewing  and  smoking  tobacco, 
pipes,  pouches,  pocket  cigar  and  cigarette  cases,  cigar  and  cigarette 
holders,  brier  pipes,  and  smokers'  articles  of  every  description.  He 
also  keeps  a  fine  stock  of  stationery,  and  has  the  agency  for  the  sale 
of  New  York  and  Boston  papers,  Utica  Globe,  Albany  Telegram,  and 
Peck  &  Snyder's  sporting  house.  The  premises  comprise  two  floors, 
20  X  25  feet  in  dimensions,  well  fitted  up.  The  store  is  well  patron- 
ized, and  is  acknowledged  to  be  one  of  the  most  complete  of  its  kind 
in  this  part  of  the  city.  Mr.  Sails  is  courteous,  polite  and  attentive, 
and  always  prompt  and  reliable. 


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INDUSTKIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


JONES  4c  KEIiliir,  Dealers  in  Fresh  and  Salt  Meats,  No.  197 
College  Street. — This  firm,  who  commenced  business  in  1884,  require 
two  spacious  apartments  for  their  business,  which  is  of  large  and 
growing  proportions,  in  both  wholesale  and  retail.  They  employ 
three  men  in  the  warerooms,  and  find  two  wagons  necessary  for  de- 
livering orders.  All  kinds  of  fresh  and  salt  meats  are  carried  in 
large  supplies,  and  all  goods  leaving  this  establishment  are  guaran- 
teed as  to  purity  and  freshness.  The  firm  handle  home  dressed 
meats  to  a  large  extent,  and  therefore  are  fully  cognizant  of  what 
they  are  purchasing.  Their  trade  is  the  most  desirable  custom  in 
Burlington  and  vicinity,  all  classes  of  people  making  this  establish- 
ment their  headquarters  for  meat  products.  The  two  gentlemen 
comprising  the  firm,  Messrs.  A.  Jones  and  J.  A.  Kelly,  are  esteemed 
citizens  of  Burlington,  and  as  such  stand  high  in  social  and  business 
circles.  Mr.  Jones  is  an  eminent  G.A.R.  man.  Both  gentlemen  are 
natives  of  New  York. 

SPAIiDING  &  BEACH,  Grocers,  No.  59  Church  Street.— 
The  business  conducted  by  Messrs.  Spalding  &  Beach  was  estab- 
lished by  the  present  firm  in  1885.  The  premises  comprise  one  floor 
and  basement.  A  specialty  is  made  of  canned  goods,  of  which  a 
large  and  complete  stock  is  constantly  carried.  The  stock  is  taste- 
fully displayed,  and  comprises  everything  desirable  in  choice  fancy, 
staple,  domestic,  and  imported  groceries  of  all  kinds.  The  stock  in- 
cludes the  primest  Vermont  butter,  best  of  cheese,  and  freshest  of 
eggs,  fruits,  vegetables,  sea  foods  of  all  kinds,  teas,  coffees,  sugars, 
spices,  flour,  cigars,  tobacco,  condiments,  canned  goods,  all  the  fa- 
mous brands  of  soaps,  and  a  long  catalogue  of  other  goods  too 
numerous  to  mention.  The  store  is  a  model  in  its  appointments.  It 
is  large,  commodious,  well  hghted  and  ventilated,  kept  in  a  fault- 
lessly clean  condition,  always  presenting  a  bright  and  attractive  ap- 
pearance. Mr.  A.  V.  Spalding,  the  senior  member  of  the  firm,  is  a 
native  of  Vermont,  and  an  attorney-at-law.  Mr.  C.  E.  Beach,  the 
managing  partner,  is  a  native  of  New  York,  served  nine  months  in 
the  14th  Vermont  Infantry,  and  two  years  in  the  2d  New  York  Vet- 
eran Cavalry.  Both  gentlemen  are  energetic  business  men  of  rare 
tact  and  ability  in  their  line. 

MISS  li.  OT.  STRAIN,  Millinery, Y.M.C. A.  Block. -Among  the 
establishments  which  have  been  given  a  place  in  this  volume,  none 
deserve  more  favorable  consideration  than  the  widely  known  house 
of  Miss  L.  M.  Strain.  The  premises  comprise  two  floors,  each  30x40 
feet  in  dimensions,  which  contain  an  ample,  well  assorted,  and  care- 
fully selected  stock  of  goods.  Anything  like  a  complete  enumera- 
tion of  the  stock  would  tax  the  patience  of  our  readers;  suffice  it  to 
say  that  it  embraces  a  complete  assortment  of  imported  and  domes- 
tic millinery,  in  trimmed  goods,  French  pattern  bonnets  and  hats, 
together  with  those  of  her  own  manufacture,  straw  goods,  flowers, 
feathers,  plumes,  ribbons,  velvets,  silks,  etc.  The  stock  of  ladies', 
misses'  and  children's  untrimmed  hats  and  bonnets  is  the  largest  to 
be  found  in  the  city.  Miss  Strain  also  carries  a  large  and  complete 
stock  of  ladies'  furnishings,  laces,  embroideries,  underwear,  corsets, 
hosiery,  ruchings,  etc.  A  specialty  in  everything  pertaining  to  an 
infant's  outfit,  from  a  beautifully  trimmed  basket  to  fine  embroid- 
ered robes,  dainty  wrappers,  sacques,  caps,  etc.  Instruction  is  given 
in  all  kinds  of  artistic  needlework,  and  all  materials,  plushes,  china 
silks,  satins,  linens,  wools  and  zephyrs  kept.  Hand  painted  and 
embroidered  novelties,  suitable  for  holiday,  birthday  and  wedding 
gifts,  are  always  in  stock. 

S.  J.  BE  ATT  Y,  News  Agent,  No.  146  Church  Street.— The 
above  establishment  was  founded  in  1877,  and  in  1887  passed  into  the 
proprietorship  of  the  present  owner.  Mr.  S.  J.  Beatty.  The  house  is 
finely  located  at  No.  146  Church  Street,  occupying  a  spacious  and 
well  arranged  storeroom;  here  is  kept  a  large,  comprehensive,  and 
carefully  selected  stock  of  miscellaneous  books,  magazines,  all  the 
leading  newspapers  of  the  day,  stationery  of  all  kinds,  and  fine 
cigars,  confectionery  and  notions.  The  stock  of  cigars  and  tobacco 
would  be  hard  to  excel  in  this  section,  and  contains  many  choice 
and  famous  brands— this  department  forming  a  specialty  of  the 
business.  The  proprietor,  Mr.  S.  J.  Beatty,  is  a  native  of  Ireland, 
but  has  been  a  resident  of  Burlington  so  long,  and  become  so 
thoroughly  identified  with  her  business  interests,  that  he  is  fully  en- 
titled to  be  classed  with  the  leading  and  representative  citizens  of 
the  place. 


COSGUIFF  &  McGRATH,  Groceries,  Meats  and  Provi- 
sions, No.  86  Pearl  Street. — Two  of  the  leading  hotels  in  this  city,  the- 
Van  Ness  and  American,  have  found  it  to  their  interest  to  entrust 
Messrs.  Cosgriflf  &  McGrath  with  the  work  of  supplying  them  with 
all  of  the  lamb  and  veal  that  is  used  upon  their  tables.  This  is  a 
contract  that  at  once  establishes  the  reliability  of  the  firm,  although 
Messrs.  Cosgriff  &  McGrath  did  not  go  into  business  as  partners 
until  1889.  They  have  an  entire  floor  devoted  to  their  business,  where 
they  deal  in  groceries,  meats,  provisions,  poultry,  produce  and  fruits 
in  their  season.  They  carry  a  complete  stock  of  goods,  including 
butter,  eggs,  flour,  teas,  coffee,  sugar,  all  kinds  of  poultry,  chickens, 
geese,  ducks  and  turkeys,  beef,  lamb,  veal,  mutton,  pork,  every  sort 
of  vegetables,  and  fruit.  Their  store  is  kept  in  a  neat  and  attractive 
condition.  Their  supplies  are  the  purest,  freshest  and  sweetest  that 
the  Vermont  farms  afford,  and  always  turn  out  to  be  precisely  as 
represented.  Messrs.  Cosgriff  &  McGrath  stand  high  as  honorable 
merchants,  and  are  prominent  in  society  as  well,  being  also  members 
of  the  St.  Mary's  Benevolent  Society,  and  natives  of  Vermont. 

S.  T.  GKEENE,  Architect  and  Builder,  Winooski  Avenue. — 
This  gentleman  has  had  a  practical  experience  of  twenty -five  years  in. 
the  business,  and  established  himself  here  in  1889.  His  designs  have 
already  become  celebrated  in  this  section,  and  his  reputation  rests  on 
a  successful  and  creditable  career.  He  has  been  engaged  in  design- 
ing and  supervising  the  erection  of  an  advanced  class  of  public  and 
private  buildings,  among  which  are  churches,  educational  institu- 
tions, business  blocks  and  private  residences.  It  is  hardly  necessary 
to  particularize  in  regard  to  the  work  of  so  popular  an  architect  as 
is  Mr.  Greene,  but  we  cannot  forbear  to  mention  among  his  creations 
in  this  city  the  handsome  block  built  by  him  on  College  Street  for 
the  Burlington  Trust  Company.  Mr.  Greene  attends  faithfully  to 
details;  his  plans  are  well  digested  and  studied.  He  is  fully  pre- 
pared with  all  the  facilities  to  design  and  make  to  order  odd  pieces 
of  furniture,  mantels  and  cabinent  work  of  all  kinds;  and  to  design 
and  supervise  the  erection  of  any  building,  not  only  promptly,  but 
with  that  intelligent  apprehension  of  design  which  has  ever  caused 
his  efforts  to  be  so  highly  appreciated. 


ROBERT  S.  STYIiES,  Steam  Job  Printer.  No.  107  St.  Paul 
Street. — Burlington's  leading  and  favorite  printing  house  is  that  con- 
ducted by  Mr.  Robert  S.  Styles  at  No.  107  St.Paul  Street.  Mr.  Styles 
is  a  native  of  New  York  but  has  been  so  long  a  resident  of  Burling- 
ton as  to  become  more  than  fully  identified  with  her  growing  pros- 
perity. As  far  back  as  1864  he  started  in  this  line  of  business,  and 
his  establishment  to-day,  complete  and  perfect  in  equipment  and 
facilities,  commands  a  flourishing  and  growing  permanent  trade. 
He  is  a  steam  job  printer,  employs  steadily  four  hands,  skilled  in  the- 
details  of  the  craft,  occupies  two  rooms  for  ofliee  purposes,  and 
does  all  manner  of  book  and  job  work  in  the  highest  style  of  work- 
manship and  at  most  reasonable  rates.  His  equipment  consists  of 
four  presses,  operated  by  steam  furnishedby  an  engine  of  six  horse- 
power, a  paper  cutter  and  an  unlimited"  quantity  of  similar  para- 
phernalia required  in  the  conduct  of  the  business.  Mr.  Styles  is  a 
member  of  high  standing  in  the  Masonic  order. 

\VM.  SCOTT,  Bookbinder,  College  .Street.— "While  the  art  of 
bookbinding  is  in  a  great  measure  lost  in  the  dark  ages,  it  is  a  record 
of  fact  that  books  were  originally  rolls  of  bark,  papyrus,  cloth  or 
paper.  Then  came  the  conventional  names  for  sizes  of  books,  vary- 
ing from  folio  and  quarto,  to  as  small  a  size  as  a  48  duodecimo,  com- 
monly known  as  48mo.  In  this  art  of  bookbinding,  America  has 
reached  the  highest  state  of  perfection.  New  England  is  notably  in 
line  in  this  direction,  Burlington  having  one  bookbinder  in  par- 
ticular, who  has  been  successful,  namely,  Mr.  William  Scott.  He 
established  his  business  here  a  twelvemonth  ago.  and  now  occupies 
two  entire  floors,  30  x  50  feet.  He  employs  ten  hands  and  has  the 
reputation  for  being  a  reliable  man  of  business,  the  work  of  repair- 
ing being  his  specialty.  Mr.  Scott  is  a  practical  journeyman,  fully 
understanding  every  detail  of  his  trade.  Mr.  Scott  gives  his  close 
personal  attention  to  the  wares  that  issue  from  his  shop.  In  this 
manner  he  is  safe  in  determining  that  none  but  perfect  goods  do  go 
forth,  and  by  this  line  he  is  making  a  strong  bid  for  public  confi- 
dence which  is  not  going  unheeded. 


BUKLINGTON,     VERMONT, 


ROBGRTS  BROS.  &  CO.,  Insurance  Agents.  No.  154  College 
Street. — Among  the  leading  insurance  agents  of  Vermont  is  the  well- 
known  and  popular  firm  of  Messrs.  Roberts  Bros.  &  Co.  This 
agency  was  established  in  1878,  but  the  present  firm  was  formed 
two  years  ago.  The  members  are  Henry  H.  Ross,  J.  R.  and  C.  R. 
Roberts,  the  senior  member  being  Principal  Vermont  Episcopal 
Institute.  These  gentlemen  are  prominent  citizens  and  insurance 
agents,  and  represent  some  of  the  leading  insurance  companies 
of  Europe  and  America,  among  which  may  be  mentioned:  the 
Liverpool,  London  and  Globe;  the  Guardian,  and  Phenix,  of 
London;  the  Orient,  of  Hartford;  the  Granite  State  Fire  Insurance 
Company,  of  Portsmouth;  the  Providence  Washington,  of  Provi- 
dence, R.  I. ;  and  the  Employers  Liability  Assurance  Corporation, 
Limited,  of  London.  By  reason  of  their  large  experience  and  supe- 
rior facilities,  they  are  in  a  position  to  offer  the  rarest  inducements 
to  property  owners  in  all  classes  of  society.  The  largest  risks  are 
promptly  placed  and  distributed  in  a  judicious  manner,  while  the 
lowest  rates  of  premiums  are  invariably  quoted,  and  a  liberal  and 
speedy  adjustment  of  losses  is  guaranteed.  Such,  in  brief,  are  the 
qualifications  possessed  by  this  firm  which  have  placed  them  among 
the  most  responsible  of  the  underwriting  fraternity  in  this  city,  and 
justly  entitles  them  to  the  extensive  business  which  they  know  so 
well  how  to  foster  and  promote. 


THE 


CAPITAL, 


$75,000. 


DIRECTORS: 

GEO.  C.  BUTGGS,  E.  L.  RIPLEY,  P.  W.BAL- 

Li\RD,  GEO.  A.  EASTMAN, 

L.  F.  ENGLESBY. 

Offers  Bank  and  Investment  Stocks,  WanantS,  Bonds, 
Commercial  Paper,  Real  Estate  Loans  and  other  Con- 
servative securities,  paying  as  high  rates  as  is  consistent 
with  safety. 

Call  on  or  write  the  above  company  when  you  have 
money  to  invest. 

LEVERETT  F.  ENGLESBT,  President. 

Office,  174  Main  St.,  Burlington,  Vt. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF  WINOOSKL 


INOOSKI  is  a  manufacturing  village  in  the  town  of  Colchester,  located  about  three  and 
one  half  miles  from  the  city  of  Burlington,  to  which  it  is  connected  by  a  street  rail- 
way. The  town  of  Colchester  was  one  of  the  New  Hampshire  Grants,  and  was  chartered 
June  7,  1763,  to  Edward  Burling  and  sixty-six  others,  in  seventy  shares,  as  a  six  miles 
square  township,  23,040  acres.  There  is,  however,  but  20,000  acres  aside  from  the 
waters  of  Mallet's  Bay.  There  were  ten  grantees  in  the  charter  by  the  name  of  Burling, 
and  as  this  town  and  Burlington  were  chartered  the  same  day  it  is  supposed  by  some  mixing  up  of 
clerks  or  papers  that  Burlington  received  the  name  that  should  have  been  given  to  Colchester. 
The  village  of  Winooski,  which  has  several  manufacturing  establishments  and  is  quite  a  lively 
place,  is  situated  in  the  southern  part  of  the  town  and  is  separated  from  Burlington  by  the 
Winooski  River ;  and  it  is  thirty-six  miles  up  this  stream  to  the  capital  of  the  state.  Winooski  has 
three  churches — the  Congregational,  Episcopal  and  Methodist ;  a  savings  bank  and  a  dozen  or 
more  manufactories.  It  is  supplied  with  abundance  of  water  power  and  has  long  been  noted  for 
the  excellence  of  its  products.  This  village  possesses  all  the  elements  of  accessibility,  health,  edu- 
cational facilities,  and  social  and  religious  advantages  in  the  highest  degree.  It  has  many  points 
of  interest  for  the  business  man,  the  manufacturer,  the  capitalist,  the  traveler  and  the  historian. 
Its  retail  stores  have  kept  pace  with  its  manufacturing,  and  all  classes  of  trade  have  been  con- 
ducted with  an  energy  and  tact  that  has  made  this  village  one  of  the  greatest  distributing  points 
for  this  section.  The  retail  trade  covers  a  large  extent  of  territory,  thickly  settled  and  wealth}', 
and  hundreds  of  people  residing  beyond  what  would  naturally  be  regarded  as  the  trade  radius  of 
the  village,  come  to  Winooski  to  obtain  their  supplies.  From  her  favorable  location,  her  advan- 
tageous surroundings,  her  commercial  facilities,  her  business  opportunities,  her  extensive  manufac- 
tures, her  solidity,  and  the  intelligence,  wealth,  culture  and  moral  advancement  of  her  people, 
this  village  presents  advantages  that  make  it  a  desirable  place  of  residence  as  well  as  an  advan- 
tageous   point    for    business    of    all    kinds. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF    WINOOSKI. 


BUKLiINGTON  WOO liEN  COMPANY,  Colchester  Mills, 
F.  C.  Kennedy,  Agent.— The  leading  manufacturing  industry  of 
Winooski,  and  an  important  factor  in  the  commercial  activity  of 
the  state,  is  that  of  the  Burlington  Woolen  Company,  who  enjoy  a 
reputation  and  a  trade  national  in  extent  and  eminently  creditable 
in  charactier  as  extensive  manufacturers  of  choice  and  medium 
beavers,  fine  kerseys,  eskimo  and  regulation  police  cloths,  in  finest 
indigo  colors;  broadcloths,  doeskins  and  diagonals;  specialties  in 
fine  indigo  blue  police  and  uniform  cloths;  blue  flannels  and  choice 
fancy  suitings,  and  ladies'  dress  goods,  all  in  finest  stock  and  choice 
colors;  also,  as  proprietors  of  the  Colchester  Mills,  where  they  man- 
ufacture fine  and  medium  merino  yarns,  made  by  latest  approved 
English  system;  also,  combed  yarns,  for  sale  on  the  cop  or  skeins. 
The  foundation  of  what  is  now  recognized  as  little  less  than  a 
colossal  industry  was  laid  in  1835,  under  the  name  of  the  Burlington 
Mill  Company,  and  large  mills  were  erected  at  that  time.  In  1853 
the  firm  of  Harding  Brothers  succeeded  to  the  control,  and  in  1862 
the  Burlington  Woolen  Company  was  formed  and  received  its 
charter.  The  mills  have  been  materially  enlarged  and  improved 
under  the  present  management,  and  is  complete  in  every  detail, 
with  all  the  trade  appliances  that  inventive  ingenuity  and  mechan- 
ical skill  have  devised  for  facilitating  perfection  and  dispatch  in 
the  manufacture  of  those  specialties  for  which  these  mills  have 
earned  such  a  high  reputation  throughout  the  country.  The  woolen 
mill  is  a  splendid  six-story  brick  structure,  330  feet  long,  with  a 
capacity  for  twenty-five  sets  of  48-inch  cards,  and  which  consume 
1,200,000  pounds  of  wool  per  year.  The  leading  specialties  of  this 
mill  are  fabrics  for  fine  uniform  cloth,  fine  kerseys,  cassimeres, 
ladies'  dress  goods  and  fine  billiard  cloths.  Employment  is  given  to 
436  hands,  and  the  annual  receipts  from  this  branch  of  the  com- 
pany's business  average  $750,000.  In  1880  the  Colchester  Mills  were 
built,  consisting  of  a  substantial  brick  building,  three  stories  high 
and  99  x  335  feet  in  dimensions,  [equipped  with  machinery  which  is 
not  only  of  the  best  class,  but  in  many  respects  superior  to  that 
used  by  contemporaneous  concerns,  and  having  the  capacity  for 
operating  16,000  spindles  of  1}  inches  gauge,  and  of  consuming  annu- 
ally 5,000  bales  of  cotton  of  500  pounds  each.  The  specialties  of 
these  mills  are  yarns  for  underwear  and  hosiery,  the  finest  combed 
cotton  and  finest  combed  wool  or  merino  yarns  being  produced,  and 
steady  employment  is  given  to  275  hands.  The  fabrics  and  yarns 
manufactured  by  this  company  are  standard  the  world  over.  No 
better  goods  are  produced  anywhere.  The  utmost  skill  and  care  are 
exercised  in  all  methods  of  manufacture  to  improve  the  quality  and 
enhance  the  value  of  the  output  in  every  conceivable  way.  As  a 
result,  the  highest  degree  of  perfection  is  attained,  which  serves  to 
stamp  the  manager  as  a  manufacturer  of  sound  judgment,  business 
sagacity  and  unusual  executive  ability.  These  qualifications  the 
agent  and  manager,  Hon.  F.  C.  Kennedy,  is  recognized  as  possess- 
ing in  the  highest  degree,  and  with  such  advantages  and  benefits  as 
naturally  result  from  experienced  management  and  a  keen  appreci- 
ation of  the  public  want,  this  company  oflfers  extraordinary  induce- 
ments to  the  trade,  as  regards  both  superiority  of  goods,  liberality 
of  terms  and  prices,  and  prompt  and  perfect  fulfillment  of  all 
orders.    Its  fine  uniform  cloths  are  extensively  used  by  railroad  cor- 


porations, municipalities,  palace  car  lines  and  military  organizations; 
while  its  yarns  are  widely  preferred  by  knitters  in  all  parts  of  the 
country,  owing  to  their  superiority  of  quality  and  uniform  excel- 
lence. This  company  are  also  the  owners  and  proprietors  of  the 
Burlington  Flouring  Mill,  which  has  a  capacity  of  four  run  of  stone 
and  one  double  set  of  rolls.  The  specialty  of  this  department  is 
feed,  and  a  large  wholesale  and  retail  trade  is  enjoyed  in  both  feed 
and  flour,  the  semi-annual  receipts  of  this  mill  averaging  $35,000. 
This  company  also  own  and  operate  the  Winooski  Aqueduct  Com- 
pany, whose  works  supply  Winooski  village  with  water,  affording 
power  also  for  these  mills,  and  recognized  as  one  of  the  finest  water 
powers  in  the  state.  The  officers  of  the  Burlington  Woolen  Com- 
pany are  Joseph  Sawyer,  president;  Thos.  F.  Patterson,  treasurer; 
F.  C.  Kennedy,  secretary  and  manager.  The  president,  Mr.  Sawyer, 
is  a  native  and  well-known  citizen  of  Boston,  where  he  has  been 
engaged  in  mercantile  business  for  years,  serving  also  as  bank 
director  and  as  trustee  of  numerous  estates.  The  treasurer,  Mr. 
Patterson,  was  born  in  New  York,  and  is  prominent  as  a  trustee  of 
various  institutions  in  that  city  and  state.  Hon.  F.  C.  Kennedy,  the 
moving  spirit  of  this  great  industry,  was  born  in  Chittenden  County, 
Vt.,  and  became  connected  with  this  house  in  1856,  as  book-keeper 
for  Harding  Brothers.  He  is  now,  and  has  been  for  many  years,  the 
secretary  and  agent  of  the  company,  and  the  manager  of  all  its 
various  branches  of  business.  During  the  thirty-four  years  that  he 
has  been  connected  with  this  business,  he  has  handled  over  seven 
millions  of  dollars  without  the  loss  of  a  dollar.  He  has  also  served 
as  a  member  of  the  House  of  Representatives  and  of  the  Senate  of 
Vermont,  treasurer  of  the  Winooski  Savings  Bank  and  president  of 
the  Burlington  Electric  Light  Company;  and  was  the  prime  mover 
in  the  introduction  of  electric  lights  and  telephones  into  Burlington. 
He  is  still  in  the  active  prime  of  life,  a  resident  of  the  city  of  Bur- 
lington, and  too  well  known  and  highly  esteemed  in  commercial, 
financial  and  social  circles  to  need  any  personal  eulogy  at  our 
hands. 

K.  H.  liAlVE,  Manufacturer  of  Organ  Stop  Stems,  Spools, 
Cork  Caps,  Checkers,  Etc.— Mr.  E.  H.  Lane  is  a  manufacturer  of 
organ  stop  stems,  spools,  cork  caps,  checkers,  and  all  kinds  of  small 
turned  goods.  The  business  was  originally  established  in  1886,  by 
Mr.  J.  L.  Frary,  who  was  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor  in 
1889.  The  works  are  thoroughly  spacious  in  size,  possessing  all  the 
requisite  machinery  for  executing  the  work  in  hand,  operated  by 
water  power,  and  furnishes  steady  employment  to  a  dozen  or  more 
skilled  hands.  In  all  departments  of  the  business  the  aim  of  the 
proprietor  has  been  to  produce  the  highest  excellence  of  workman- 
ship, beauty  of  design  and  elegance  of  finish.  Mr.  Lane  may  be 
justly  regarded  as  one  of  the  most  reliable  and  important  factors  in 
the  industrial  growth  and  prosperity  of  Winooski.  He  is  prompt, 
systematic  and  responsible  in  the  fulfilment  of  all  orders  and  com- 
missions, and  his  house  will  be  found  one  with  which  it  is  always 
pleasant  and  profitable  to  deal.  Mr.  Lane  is  a  native  Vermonter,  a 
resident  of  the  city  of  Burlington,  and  an  expert  and  accomplislied 
master  of  his  trade,  who  has  won  success  in  his  special  field  of  labor 
by  honestly  deserving  it. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 
RUTLAND. 


HEN    Lieutenant-Governor    Golden,  of   New    York,    issued    his    proclamation    of   the    loth    of 

April,    1765,    announcing    the    fact    that    the    king,    by    an    order    in    council     of     the     20th 

kjjKJ-^     of   the     preceding    July,    had    made     Gonnecticut     River     the     eastern     boundary   of    that 


W(^P         province,    more    than    two-thirds   of   the   land    in    what    is    now    Rutland    Gounty  had    been 

If 


')K'<%-)     granted    by    New    Hampshire    in    sixteen    different    townships,    viz.:    Brandon     (by    the     name 


of  Nishobe),  Gastleton,  Glaretidon,  Danby,  Hubbardton,  Mount  Tabor  (by  the  name  of 
^  Harwich),    Pawlet,    Pittsford,    Poultney,    Rutland,  Sherburne,    Shrewsbury,  Sudbury,  Tinmouth, 

Wallingford  and  Wells.  All  of  these  towns  had  been  granted  in  1761,  except  Sudbury,  the 
charter  of  which  bore  date  in  1763,  and  Hubbardton  in  1764.  The  territory  was  first  treated 
by  New  York  as  belonging  to  the  county  of  Albany,  but  in  1772  it  was  included  in  a  new 
county,  by  the  name  of  Gharlotte,  which  extended  from  Ganada  line  south  to  about  the  middle 
of  the  present  county  of  Bennington,  and  west  from  the  Green  Mountains,  beyond  Lakes  George 
and  Champlain.  When  the  Vermont  State  Government  was  organized  in  1778,  the  territory 
now  comprising  the  county  of  Rutland  was  made  to  form  a  part  of  the  county  of  Bennington, 
but  with  all  that  between  the  mountains  and  Lake  Ghamplain  northward  from  its  present  south- 
ern boundary  to  Ganada  line,  it  was  by  the  General  Assembly  in  1781  formed  into  the  new 
county  of  Rutland.  The  county  has  since  been  diminished  by  the  legislature  to  its  present 
limits. 

Rutland  is  the  largest  village  in  the  state,  and  the  shire  town  of  Rutland  Gounty.  It  is 
located  at  the  confluence  of  East  and  Otter  Greeks,  in  the  beautiful  Otter  Valley,  amid  some 
of  the  most  picturesque  views  of  mountain  and  valley,  healthful  atmosphere  and  beautiful  sur- 
roundings of  any  Vermont  town.  The  legislature  of  1886  divided  the  then  township  of  Rut- 
land into  three  separate  towns,  viz.:  Rutland,  West  Rutland,  and  Proctor.  The  original 
township   had    an    area   of    26,000  acres,    and   embraced    the    famous    Rutland    marble    quarries. 

Marble  is  plenty  in  Rutland  to-day,  and  is  to  be  seen  in  sidewalks,  curbing,  underpinning 
and  in  buildings.  The  name,  "Marble  Gity,"  is  decidedly  applicable  to  Rutland,  even  though 
the    present   town    has    no    marble    quarries. 

Rutland    was 

INCORPORATED  AS  A  VILLAGE 

in  1847,  and  has  eight  wards.  The  opening  of  the  railroad  gave  the  corporation  impetus  and 
the  village  took  on  a  healthy  and  vigorous  growth.  Rutland  is  the  principal  railroad  center  of 
the  state,  and  its  location  is  such  as  to  compel  an  immense  traffic  to  pass  through  it.  The 
railroads  entering  Rutland  are  the  Gentral  Vermont,  forming  a  through  line  to  Boston  and 
Montreal  ;    the    Bennington    and    Rutland,    a    through  route   to   Troy  and    New  York ;    and    the   Dela- 


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ware  and  Hudson,  running  through  Saratoga  to  Troy,  Albany  and  the  West,  to  Lake  George,.. 
the  Adirondack  Mountains,  etc. ;  the  Clarendon  &  Pittsford  from  Proctor  to  Center  Rutland.. 
All  trains  run  into  a  Union  Depot,  located  in  the  business  part  of  the  village.  The  village  is- 
divided  into  eight  wards,  and  contains  a  population  of  about  12,000  inhabitants,  and  has  churches- 
of  all  denominations,  several  marble  mills,  and  other  extensive  manufacturing  establishments. 
The    streets    are    lighted    by    electric    lights,   and     there     is    an     Edison     incandescent    electric     light 


Center  Street,  Looking  Eagt 

plant;  a  telephone  system;  a  district  messenger  service;  a  fire  department;  an  excellent  system* 
of  water  works ;  free  mail  delivery  ;  a  large  and  flourishing  Y.  M.  C.  A.  ;  a  post  of  G.  A.  R.,  one- 
of  the  finest  military  companies  of  the  state  ;  two  first-class  bands ;  three  masonic  lodges ;  a 
chapter  and  council;  a  lodge  and  encampment  of  Odd  Fellows;  two  Good  Templar  lodges;  five 
fire  engine  and  hose  companies,  a  steamer  company,  artd  a  hook  and  ladder  company. 
Rutland    has    a   good    system    of 


WATER  WORKS. 

The  supply  is  taken  from  a  tributary  to  East  Creek,  about  three  miles  northeast  of  the  village. 
The  water  is  thoroughly  filtered  as  it  leaves  the  Creek,  and  flows  from  the  filter  into  a  canal 
or  vat,  where  all  sediment  that  may  exist  is  precipitated,  and  clear  water  passes  into  an  aque- 
duct, flowing  to  the  village  reservoir.  The  works  have  about  180  feet  head,  with  a  uniform 
pressure  of  about  75  pounds  to  the  square  inch,  so  that  by  attaching  a  hose  to  the  fire-hydrants- 
a    powerful    stream    is    thrown. 


RUTLAND,     VERMONT 


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Rutland    is   a    great 

MARBLE   CENTER, 

its  capitalists  'being  largely  interested  in  quarries  and  mills  in  various  parts  of  the  state.  The 
Bordillo  Marble  Company  and  the  Columbian  Mabrle  Company  are  located  at  Rutland  proper,, 
while  a  branch  of  the  great  Vermont  Marble  Company  and  the  shops  of  Ripley  &  Sons  are 
located  two  miles  west,  at  Center  Rutland.  The  True  Blue  Marble  Company  has  its  office  in 
Rutland,    but   its   quarries    and   shops    are    at    West   Rutland. 

Rutland  is  a  most  delightful  place  in  which  to  live.  It  is  self-contained  and  complete 
in  all  those  things  that  make  life  rational  and  worth  living.  In  building  up  the  great  and 
prosperous    business  interests    that   have    made    it   famous,  its     people     have    not     been     oblivious    to 


West  Side  IMerchakts'  Row,  Looking  Xorth  from  Center  Street. 

the  significant  moral  and  social  demands  created  and  imposed  by  New  England  civilization. 
The  village  is  modern  in  every  essential  regard.  Its  streets  intersect  at  right  angles,  all  its 
improvements  public  and  private,  are  of  a  substantial  and  permanent  character,  and  mushroom- 
ism  is  conspicuous  by  its  absence.  Brick  and  marble  are  the  prevailing  building  materials, 
and  some  of  the  most  sightly  and  solid  specimens  of  architecture  in  the  state  adorn  the  thor- 
oughfares of  Rutland,  notable  among  them  being  the  Baxter  Bank,  the  Ripley  Opera  House 
the  Court-House  and  Post  Office.  The  number  of  beautiful  private  residences  framed  by  cul- 
tivated lawns  is  a  distinguishing  feature,  and  manifold  signs  of  prosperity  are  matched  by  the 
countless  symbols  of  intelligence,  culture  and  refinement  that  rise  on  every  hand.  These,  with 
pure    air    and    water,    good    gas,    electricity    and     the    telephone  ;    schools,    churches,    libraries,    street- 


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railways,    Boston,    Albany,   and    New    York    easily    accessible — what    more    does    a    rational    man    want 
in    an    abiding   place  ? 

The  attention  given  by  the  people  of  Rutland  to  education,  and  the  ample  ^jrovision  they 
have  made  for  it,  are  commensurate  with  the  importance  that  has  always  attached  to  it 
throughout    New    England. 

THE  PUBLIC  SCHOOLS. 

are     carefully   graded,    presided    over   by   earnest,    competent    teachers    and    are    well    attended    and 
generously     maintained.       The     sciiool     houses     are     essentially     modern     in     character,    liberally    fur- 


Merchants'  Row,  Looking  South  from  West  Street. 


nished  with  the  most  approved  apparatus,  and  their  accommodations  are  adequate  to  the 
requirements   of    the    school    population. 

All  the  principal  religious  denominations  common  to  this  part  of  the  country  are  repre- 
sented here  and  have  reared  their  altars  of  worship.  In  point  of  architectural  appearance  and 
interior  appointments,  the  most  of  these  church  buildings  will  compare  favorably  with  similar 
edifices  in  any  city  of  equal  size  in  the  state.  There  is  also  a  large  number  of  societies  of 
a  benevolent,  beneficial  and  literary  character,  which  are  liberally  supported,  and  whose  unosten- 
tatious work  is  a  valuable  force  in  furthering  the  specific  purposes  for  which  they  exist  and  in 
promoting   the    general    welfare    of    the    community. 

A  noble  and  enduring  monument,  dedicated  to  the  soldier  dead  of  Rutland  is  Memorial 
Hall,  on  West  Street,  which  was  erected  at  a  cost  of  $50,000,  the  town  contributing  $25,000 
for  its  erection  and  the  marble  companies  contributing  the  building  material  therefor.  Memo- 
rial   Hall    is   to   contain    the    town    library    and    relics   of   the    war  of   the    rebellion. 


KITL  AN  I).     VKKMONT, 


1)1 


A  street  railway  line  runs  from  Rutland  through  Center  Rutland  to  West.  Rutland,  four 
miles  distant ;  and  a  belt  line  makes  a  circuit  of  the  principal  streets  of  the  village.  There  is 
also  a  line  from  the  Bates  House  to  the  Fair  Ground.  Rutland  is  at  the  present  day  quite 
a  manufacturing  center,  but  its  railroad  facilities,  healthfulness  and  general  advantages  are  such 
that  its  importance  in  this  direction  will  no  doubt  increase.  The  board  of  trade  organized  for 
this  purpose,  are  making  efforts  to  increase  manufacturing.  All  new  manufacturing  enterprises 
located  in  Rutland  are  exempt  from  taxation  by  a  vote  of  the  town  for  a  period  of  five  years. 
The  board  has  recently  established  a  market  day  (Tuesday),  and  is  agitating  the  matter  of 
building     a    canal    to    Whitehall,    twenty-five     miles     distant,    and     connecting     with    the    New     York 


Merchants'  Row,  from  Center  Street,  Looking  South. 

State  canals  at  that  point.  The  House  of  Correction  is  located  on  the  west  border  of  the 
village,  and  cost  about  $60,000,  Rutland  contributing  $20,000  towards  its  erection,  thereby  gain- 
ing its  use  as  a  County  Jail.  The  discipline  here  is  very  rigid.  All  conversation  with  fellow 
prisoners    is    prohibited,    and   in    health    a    full    day's    work    is  required. 

There     are    two     newspapers    published    daily    and     weekly   by    the    Herald     Company   and     the 
Telegram    Company. 


THE  MOUNTAINS. 


One  of  the  characteristics  of  Rutland  is  its  trinity  of  mountains  :  Killington,  Pico  and 
Shrewsbury.  Mount  Killington  is  ten  miles  distant  from  the  village  over  a  fine  road.  The 
summit   of   this    peak    is   entirely   barren    and    sterile,  and   frowns   down    upon    the    surrounding  land- 


62  INDUSTRIES     AND    WEALTH     OF    RUTLAND,     VERMONT. 

scape  from  an  altitude  of  4,380  feet  above  the  sea  level.  From  its  summit  can  be  obtained  a 
•view  of  surpassing  grandeur,  the  eye  taking  in  twenty-six  villages.  This  view  is  regarded  as 
more  attractive  than  that  from  Mount  Washington,  being  less  a  scene  of  desolation  and  of  greater 
beauty,  presenting  to  the  beholder  mountains  clothed  in  verdure,  their  sides  dotted  with  nest- 
ling lakes  and  fertile  farms.  To  the  north  of  Killington  is  Pico  Peak,  thickly  covered  with 
dense  forests   nearly   to   its   summit,    3,917    feet   above   the    sea. 

At  one  time  Rutland  was  famous  for  its  pipe-clay  and  linseed  oil ;  to-day  she  sends  her 
marble  westward  and  southward  beyond  the  grave  of  De  Soto,  and  eastward  to  the  land  of 
Columbus  and  Galileo,  of  Raphael  and  Michael  Angelo.  Rutland  is  the  grave  of  the  grand- 
father  of   one    of    the   world's   greatest    thinkers — Ralph    Waldo    Emerson. 

EMINENT  MEN. 

Rutland  is  the  home  of  many  eminent  men :  Nathaniel  Chipman,  one  of  the  ablest  lawyers 
and  statesmen  of  New  England ;  his  brother  Daniel,  eminent  as  a  lawyer  and  pre-eminent  as  a 
conversationalist ;  John  A.  Graham,  the  first  lawyer  located  in  Rutland,  who  attained  notoriety 
in  England,  and  eminence  in  New  York ;  Jesse  Buel,  the  founder  of  the  Albany  Cultivator ; 
Thomas  Green  Fessenden,  the  bearer  to  England  of  Rutland's  great  philosophical  blunder  ;  his 
Hudibractic  poem  was  sent  forth  from  a  London  prison ;  he  founded  the  New  England  Farmer, 
and  was  the  friend  of  Hawthorne ;  Samuel  Williams,  the  dignified  historian  ;  Charles  K.  Williams, 
so  able,  so  learned,  so  incorruptible ;  Moses  Strong,  the  enterprising  and  energetic  land  owner, 
who,  it  is  claimed,  married  a  direct  descendant  of  Cotton  Mather ;  the  shrewd  and  capable  Rob- 
ert Pierpoint,  descended  from  a  favorite  officer  of  William  the  Conqueror ;  the  very  able  Robert 
Temple,  of  the  same  family  as  Lord  Palmerston ;  Solomon  Foot,  the  prosperous  politician,  the 
president  of  conventions  and  senates ;  Hon.  Wheelock  G.  Veazey,  a  member  of  the  Inter-State 
Commission,  and  the  present  commander  of  the  G.  A.  R.  of  the  United  States  ;  Gen.  H.  H.  Bax- 
ter,   a   prominent   railroad   king   and   banker;    and   hosts   of   other   notable    citizens. 

Rutland  is  bound  to  grow  beyond  the  dreams  of  all  its  founders,  and,  in  the  words  of  the 
poet, 

"  Its   honors   with    increase   of   ages   grow, 
As  streams   roll   down,   enlarging  while   they   flow." 


RUTLAND. 


RUTIiAND  SAVINGS  BANK,  W.  B.  Mussey,  President; 
N.  Kellogg,  Treasurer;  John  W.  Norton,  Assistant  Treasurer.— The 
oldest  and  best  known  savings  institution  in  Rutland  is  the  Rutland 
Savings  Bank,  which  was  incorporated  in  1850,  and  has  ever  re- 
tained the  confidence  of  the  entire  community.  It  occupies  spacious 
and  elegantly  appointed  banking  rooms  in  its  own  building,  located 
at  the  corner  of  Centre  Street  and  Merchants'  Row,  and  has  long 
been  a  favorite  place  of  deposit  for  large  and  small  sums,  the  Bank 
receiving  deposits  of  from  one  dollar  up  to  two  thousand  doUai-s, 
and  has  continued  on  its  career  of  prosperity  and  success,  with  sed- 
ulous care  and  a  judicious  investment  of  the  savings  of  the  people 
entrusted  to  its  stewardship.  Its  funds  are  held  in  wise,  safe  and 
clean  hands,  and  the  best  evidence  of  the  wisdom  and  prudence  of 
the  executive  management  is  shown  by  the  fact  that  it  now  has  de- 
positors numbering  7,828,  with  deposits  amounting  to  $2,114,614.16;  a 
surplus  fund  reserve  of  $80,000.00;  undivided  profits  of  819,851.44; 
and  resources  amounting  to  $2,265,221.83.  The  rate  of  interest  de- 
pends on  the  earnings,  and  for  the  last  four  years  it  has  been  4|  per 
cent,  a  year.  The  rules  and  regulations  of  this  model  institution  are 
of  the  most  just  and  equitable  character,  and  enable  the  depositor  to 
feel  perfect  security;  his  money  is  safely  deposited,  and  can  be  with- 
drawn on  brief  notice  given  the  bank.  If  allowed  to  remain  it  earns 
a  handsome  rate  of  interest,  which  is  added  on  the  first  days  of  Jan- 
uary and  July,  on  all  sums  that  have  remained  on  deposit  since 
the  first  day  of  each  preceding  month,  while  all  deposits  made  up  to 
and  including  the  fifth  day  of  any  month  will  receive  interest  from 
the  first  day  of  that  month.  Deposits  are  limited  by  law  to  $2,000, 
and  no  interest  is  paid  on  any  sums  in  excess  of  this  amount  except 
on  deposits  of  widows,  orphans,  administrators,  executors,  guardi- 
ans, charitable  or  religious  institutions,  or  on  trust  funds  deposited 
by  order  of  court.  Every  possible  facility  is  afforded  the  public, 
and  shows  that  the  bank's  efforts  are  duly  appreciated  by  its  large 
volume  of  deposits.  The  executive  officers  of  the  Rutland  Savings 
Bank  are  W.  B.  Mussey,  president;  N.  Kellogg,  treasurer;  John  W. 
Norton,  assistant  treasurer.  The  Board  of  Trustees  comprises  the 
following  gentlemen,  to  wit:  W.  B.  Mussey,  Newton  I.  Kellogg, 
Wayne  Bailey,  George  Briggs,  H.  H.  Brown,  Henry  O.  Carpenter, 
Fred.  A.  Field.  These  are  all  representative  and  responsible  busi- 
ness men,  of  the  highest  standing  in  the  business  community,  whose 
names  are  synonymous  with  stability  and  integrity. 

COIiUITIBIAN  MARBIiE:  COMPANY,  Producers  and 
Wholesalers.— The  finest  marble  in  the  world,  and  the  best  adapted 
for  both  building  and  monumental  work,  is  that  quarried  by  the 
nationally  celebrated  Columbian  Marble  Company,  of  Rutland.  This 
enterprise  was  inaugurated  in  1868,  under  the  name  and  style  of  the 
North  Rutland  Marble  Company,  and  in  1871  the  important  interests 
involved  were  duly  capitalized  and  the  present  company  was  incor- 
porated, under  the  laws  of  the  state  of  Vermont,  with  increased 
resources  and  facilities,  and  the  business  has  since  attained  propor- 
tions of  enormous  magnitude.  The  company  owns  150  acres  of  land 
in  the  town  of  Proctor,  where  their  quarries  are  situated,  and  which 
are  operated  upon  a  grand  scale,  with  all  the  latest  improvements 
in  stone  cutting  machines  and  appliances  for  quarrying  marble, 
operated  by  a  steam  engine  of  150  horse-power.  The  marble  mills 
for  sawing,  polishing  and  finishing  the  product  are  located  on  West 
Street,  Rutland,  and  are  equipped  with  thirteen  sets  of  gauge  saws 
and  all  the  necessary  machinery  for  polishing  and  finishing  marble, 
while  employment  is  given  to  upwards  of  150  men  in  the  various  de- 
partments of  the  business.  The  marble  produced  by  this  company, 
from  its  fineness  of  texture,  hardness,  beauty  and  susceptibility  to 
the  highest  polish,  is  specially  adapted  for  monumental  purposes 
.and  for  securing  the  finest  architectural  effects.    It  has  the  unqual- 


ified endorsement  of  monumentalists,  sculptors,  architects,  builders 
and  dealers  over  the  entire  country.  The  largest  part  of  their  trade 
is  in  the  block  as  it  comes  from  the  mill,  although  an  extensive  and 
influential  demand  is  supplied  for  finished  marble,  and  the  business, 
which  is  strictly  wholesale,  is  broadly  distributed  throughout  the 
United  States  and  Canada,  the  best  possible  facilities  being  possessed 
for  cheap  transportation,  loading  right  from  the  yard  on  the  cars  of 
the  Delaware  &  Hudson,  and  Vermont  Central  Railroads,  and  the 
largest  orders  being  filled  with  the  utmost  promptness  and  with 
conscientious  care.  The  officers  of  this  company  are  S.  J.  Gordon, 
president;  Rockwood  Barrett,  treasurer;  M.  R.  Dunton,  superinten- 
dent. The  management  of  the  business  is  mainly  in  the  hands  of 
Mr.  Barrett,  the  treasurer,  who  is  an  experienced  and  successful 
business  man,  a  native  of  Rutland  and  one  of  its  leading  citizens. 
He  represented  the  town  in  the  State  Legislature  of  1884;  is  presi- 
dent of  the  Vermont  School  Seat  company,  treasurer  of  the  Lincoln 
Iron  Works,  and  trustee  of  the  Board  of  Education;  and  has  filled 
other  positions  of  honor  and  tioist  in  the  gift  of  his  fellow- townsmen. 
The  president  of  the  company,  Mr.  Gordon,  is  a  well-known  citizen 
of  Springfield,  Mass.,  and  solicitor  in  patent  causes  with  an  office  in 
New  York  City.  The  superintendent,  Mr.  Dunton,  is  practically 
experienced  in  the  most  advanced  methods  of  quarrying  marble. 

J.  H.  HOLiTIE^  &  ro.,  Manufacturers  of  Steam  Boilers, 
Etc.— For  strictly  flrst-class  work  in  the  line  of  boiler  construction 
and  sheet-iron  work,  and  for  promptness,  efficiency  and  reliability 
in  the  execution  of  all  orders,  no  house  in  Vermont  enjoys  a  higher 
reputation  than  that  of  Messrs.  J.  H.  Holmes  &  Co.  This  firm  are 
widely  prominent  as  manufacturers  of  steam  boilers  of  all  sizes  and 
descriptions,  also  stationary  engines,  executing  sheet-iron  work  of 
all  kinds,  and  make  a  leading  specialty  of  steam  heating.  They  also 
deal  in  builders'  hardware  and  engine  supplies,  and  have  the  agency 
for  various  prepared  paints,  kalsomine,  etc.  The  business  was  es- 
tablished in  1871,  by  Messrs.  Holmes  Bros.,  and  in  1883  the  present 
firm  succeeded  to  the  control.  The  works  comprise  a  substantial 
five-story  building,  96  x  100  feet  in  dimensions,  supplied  with  the 
best  machinery  and  ample  steam  power,  every  modern  convenience 
and  appliance  being  at  hand  tending  to  facilitate  rapid  and  perfect 
production,  while  a  force  of  fifteen  skilled  workmen  contribute  to 
the  satisfactory  operations  of  the  house.  Steam  boilers  of  every 
size,  style  and  variety  are  constructed  in  the  most  expeditious  man- 
ner, and  of  a  character  for  reliability,  utility  and  uniform  excellence 
that  commands  universal  admiration  and  wins  the  confidence  and 
patronage  of  close  and  critical  buyers.  These  boilers  have  given 
this  house  a  prestige  and  popularity  both  at  home  and  abroad, 
which  place  it  in  the  very  front  rank  of  enterprise  and  succe.ss,  and 
of  which  the  proprietors  have  every  reason  to  be  proud.  About  one 
hundred  boilers  are  made  every  year,  and  the  output  is  in  heavy  and 
influential  demand  throughout  Vermont,  New  Hampshire  and  ad- 
joining states.  The  boilers  made  by  this  firm  are  preferred  over  all 
similar  productions  wherever  introduced  and  tested,  by  reason  of 
their  intrinsic  merits  and  solid  worth,  while  they  are  placed  to  cus. 
tomers  at  prices  which  are  safe  from  successful  competition.  A 
large  and  active  patronage  is  enjoyed  in  the  line  of  steam  heating  in 
this  village  and  vicinity,  all  orders  and  commissions  being  promptly 
and  carefully  filled,  while  in  the  execution  of  sheet-iron  work  this 
house  occupies  an  unquestioned  position  at  the  head  of  the  trade. 
Mr.  Holmes,  the  senior  partner  and  manager  of  the  business,  is  a  na- 
tive of  New  York,  and  an  expert  and  accomplished  machinist  of 
large  experience  and  established  reputation.  Mr.  D.  M.  White,  the 
silent  partner,  is  the  head  of  the  D.  M.  White  Lumber  Company  and 
interested  in  various  local  enterprises  of  value  and  importance  to 
the  town. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


liEVI  G.  KIiVGSLEY,  Hardware,  Nails,  Iron  and  Steel, 
Paints,  Glass,  Powder,  Fuse.  Furniture,  Carpets,  Mirrors,  Etc. — The 
house  of  Levi  G.  Kingsley  on  Merchants'  Row  is  a  noted  one  in  the 
hardware  trade,  and  enjoys  a  reputation  and  a  trade  that  represents 
the  results  of  thirty  years  of  honorable  and  successful  effort.  It  is 
headquarters  not  only  for  hardware,  iron  and  steel,  but  also  for  fur- 
niture, carpets  and  upholstery  goods;  coffins,  caskets  and  funeral 
furnishings;  paints,  oils  and  glass;  mantels  and  mirrors,  powder, 
fuse,  etc.  The  business  was  established  in  1860,  by  Messrs.  French 
&  Kingsley,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  tlie  sole  control  on 
the  death  of  his  partner  in  1870.  The  business  premises  comprise  a 
fine  salesroom  on  the  ground  floor,  25  x  75  feet,  and  two  upper 
floors  of  much  larger  dimensions;  also  a  three-story  building  in  the 
rear  used  for  a  cabinet  shop,  as  well  as  spacious  storage  facilities; 
the  whole  forming  one  of  the  largest  and  most  complete  establish- 
ments of  the  kind  in  the  state.  The  several  departments  are  filled 
with  an  elaborate  and  diversified  stock,  while  all  supplies  are  pur- 
chased in  vast  quantities  direct  from  the  manufacturers.  The  hard- 
ware department  on  the  ground  floor  is  stocked  to  repletion  with 
builders'  and  general  hardware,  shelf  goods  and  cabinet  hardware, 
bar  iron  and  steel,  carriage-makers'  and  blacksmiths'  supplies, 
mechanics'  and  machinists'  tools,  locksmiths'  and  butchers'  supplies, 
horse  shoes  and  horse  shoe  nails,  sleds  and  skates,  table  and  pocket 
cutlery,  general  sporting  goods  and  tools  for  all  trades.  The  furni- 
ture department  is  rendered  specially  attractive  by  tlie  comprehen- 
sive assortment  of  fine  furniture  and  interior  decorations  here 
displayed.  The  stock  embraces  everything  that  can  be  desired  in 
fine  and  medium  furniture,  parlor  and  chamber  suites,  dining-room, 
library,  hall  and  office  furniture,  mirrors  and  mantels,  etc.  A  spe- 
cialty is  made  in  manufacturing  to  order  all  kinds  of  artistic  fur- 
niture, and  it  has  always  been  the  aim  of  the  proprietor  to  produce 
goods  which  should  rank  superior  in  the  trade.  Much  of  the  ware 
is  indeed  matchless  for  costly  elegance  and  tasteful  composition. 
This  house  also  manufactures  fine  mantels,  and  gives  special  atten- 
tion to  the  decoration  and  finishing  of  interiors,  being  now  engaged 
in  finishing  the  Baxter  Memorial  Library  in  this  place.  The  house 
is,  in  fact,  the  leader  in  all  that  is  artistic,  useful  and  beautiful  in 
this  special  field.  The  undertaking  department  of  this  Iiouse  is  one 
that  commends  itself  peculiarly  to  the  favorable  notice  of  the  pub- 
lic, and  no  similar  establishment  in  Rutland  County  is  better  pre- 
pared for  furnishing  or  directing  funerals.  A  complete  supplj'  of 
funeral  goods  is  kept  on  hand,  including  coffins,  caskets  and  metallic 
burial  cases,  while  in  embalming  the  latest  and  best  processes  are 
employed.  The  carpet  department  is  brilliant  and  dazzling  with 
color  and  shade  in  new  designs  and  patterns  of  Wiltons,  Moquettes, 
Axminsters,  Brussels,  tapestries,  ingrains  and  otlier  carpetings;  also 
oil  cloths,  linoleums,  imported  rugs,  mats  and  mattings.  This  house 
may  be  justly  considered  as  a  tower  of  strength  in  advancing  the 
mercantile  supremacy  of  Rutland.  General  ICingsley,  the  popular 
proprietor,  is  a  native  Vermonter,  and  one  of  the  best  known  men 
in  the  state.  He  enlisted  at  the  first  call  for  troops  in  "61,  and  went 
to  the  front  as  second  lieutenant  of  Company  K,  First  Vermont 
Regiment.  In  1862,  he  was  made  major  of  the  Twelfth  Vermont. 
From  1874  to  '82  he  was  quarter-master  general  of  the  state;  was 
brigade  commander  of  the  Vermont  National  Guard  from  1882  to  '86; 
was  president  of  Rutland  village  in  1886,  selectman  of  the  town  in 
1888,  '89  and  '90;  and  is  a  member  of  the  state  senate  of  1890-91.  He 
is  a  prominent  mason,  past  commander  of  Post  Roberts.  G.  A.  R. 

BATES  HOUSE,  A.  H.  Tuttle  &  Son,  Proprietors.— Rutland  is 
favored  with  the  benefits  and  advantages  derived  from  the  location 
in  her  midst  of  one  of  the  finest  hotels  in  the  state,  and  which,  under 
its  present  exceptionally  capable  management,  is  pronounced  by  ex- 
pert authorities  as  one  of  the  best  conducted  public  houses  in  the 
country,  of  the  type  best  illustrating  the  modern  art  of  hotel  keep- 
ing. We  refer,  of  course,  to  the  Bates  House,  which  has  such  an  en- 
viable reputation  with  all  who  have  partaken  of  its  bountiful  hospi- 
tality. Management  is  the  key-note  to  success  in  the  record  of  any 
hotel,  and  so  with  the  Bates  House.  It  was  thus  a  matter  of  appre- 
ciated importance  to  the  public  when  the  present  proprietors, 
Messrs.  A.  H.  Tuttle  &  Son,  succeeded  to  tlie  control  in  1887.  These 
gentlemen  were  eminently  fitted  for  success  in  this  business,  from 
their  wide-spread  acquaintance,  natural  executive  ability,  innate 
courtesy  and  a  perfect  knowledge  of  the  requirements  of  the  travel- 


ing public.  These  are  the  gentlemen  who  are  running  the  Bates,, 
and  from  whose  book  of  experience,  sound  judgment  and  laudable 
ambition  many  a  hotel  man  in  our  larger  cities  may  well  take  a  leaf. 
The  Bates  is  the  equal  in  size,  beauty  and  equipment  of  any  hotel  in 
the  state.  It  is  built  of  brick,  in  the  most  ornate  and  substantial 
manner,  is  five  stories  in  height,  and  possesses  first-class  accommo- 
dations for  two  hundred  guests.  Its  location  is  the  most  desirable 
of  any  hotel  in  town,  being  at  the  corner  of  the  two  principal  busi- 
ness thoroughfares— Merchants'  Row  and  Center  Street— opposite 
the  depot,  and  in  the  center  of  trade  and  activity.  The  house  has  all 
the  modern  improvements,  including  electric  lights,  steam  heat, 
electric  bells,  a  barber  shop  and  fine  billiard  hall,  while  a  first-class, 
livery  is  connected.  The  furnishings  are  strictly  first  class,  the 
rooms  are  large,  light  and  airy,  while  the  service  is  elaborate  and  a 
thorough  system  of  organization  is  enforced  by  the  proprietors,  who 
are  not  mere  ornamental  figure-heads,  but  indefatigable  workers, 
who  personally  see  after  the  comfort  of  all  their  guests.  The  finest 
table  in  Rutland — which  means  a  great  deal— is  set  right  here  at  the 
Bates.  The  Messrs.  Tuttle  are  liberal  caterers.  They  believe  in  the 
best  and  plenty  of  it,  and  have  in  charge  of  the  cuisine  a  skilled  chef 
and  competent  assistants.  To  travelers  who  seek  the  best  and  de- 
sire the  comforts  and  luxuries  of  life,  this  hotel  offers  unequaled  in- 
ducements. Its  rates  are  very  reasonable  for  such  elegant  accom- 
modations, and  it  is  the  popular  house  with  the  best  classes  of 
people.  Mr.  Albert  H.  Tuttle,  the  senior  proprietor,  is  one  of  the 
best  known  men  in  the  state  of  Vermont.  There  is  probably  no- 
hotel  man  in  the  state  whose  acquaintance  is  wider,  or  whose  indi- 
vidual popularity  is  more  pronounced.  He  was  the  editor  and  pro- 
prietor of  the  Rutland  Daily  Herald  for  many  years,  was  postmaster 
of  Rutland  for  eleven  years,  and  has  served  his  fellow  townsmen  in 
numerous  positions  of  honor  and  trust;  is  treasurer  of  Rutland 
Council,  Royal  Arcanum,  treasurer  of  Rutland  Lodge,  Knights  of 
Honor,  a  director  of  the  Rutland  Street  Railway  Company,  and  a 
prominent  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  K.  of  P.  His  son,  Mr. 
Geo.  D.  Tuttle,  was  born  in  Rutland,  and  is  a  young  man  of  wide  ac- 
quaintance and  eminent  popularity.  Both  gentlemen  are  thorough 
masters  of  the  difficult  art  of  modern  hotel  keeping,  and  at  the  Bates 
the  public  will  find  that  perfect  combination  of  capital,  skill  and 
talent  so  rarely  met  with,  and  which  invariably  leads  to  fame  and 
fortune  and  the  greatest  good  to  the  greatest  number. 


THE  TUTTI-E  €0.,  (Corporation)  Publishers  and  Stationers. 
— This  business  was  established  by  Mr.  George  A.  Tuttle  in  1832.  who 
was  succeeded  by  Tuttle  &  Huntoon  and  this  firm  was  succeeded  by 
Tuttle  &  Gay.  The  Tuttle  Co.  was  incorporated  in  1884  with  a  capital 
of  $60,000,  for  the  prosecution  of  the  business  heretofore  carried 
on  by  Tuttle  &  Co.  the  successors  of  Tuttle  &  Gay.  Tlie  change 
of  name,  however,  involves  no  change  in  the  nature  of  the  busi- 
ness or  its  management.  The  officers  of  the  company  are,  Mr. 
H.  C.  Tuttle,  president;  Mr.  E.  C.  Tuttle,  treasurer;  these  gen- 
tlemen are  sons  of  Mr.  George  A.  Tuttle,  the  founder  of  the  busi- 
ness. The  business  premises  occupied  by  the  company  comprise  a 
four-story  brick  building  40  x  .50  feet,  with  two-story  extension  26  x 
40  feet  in  dimensions.  The  first  floor  is  used  as  a  salesroom.  Here 
all  kinds  of  books  are  kept  for  sale  also  paper  hangings,  flour  sacks, 
wrapping  paper,  paper  bags,  twine,  etc.  They  manufacture  blank 
books  and  turn  out  with  promptness  all  classes  of  book,  mercantile 
and  legal  printing,  also  catalogues,  pamphlets,  circulars,  price  lists, 
cards,  invitations,  etc.,  designed  and  printed  in  that  elegant  manner 
that  has  made  them  so  well  known.  The  officers  of  the  company 
give  their  personal  attention  to  the  business,  and  like  all  true  work- 
ers in  art,  they  have  been  ambitious  to  excel,  and  by  close  applica- 
tion and  study  they  have  won  for  the  company  a  wide  reputation 
for  the  execution  of  really  artistic  work.  This  company  has  done 
the  ofHcial  state  printing  for  a  number  of  years.  On  the  first  floor 
of  this  large  establishment  are  six  printing  presses  operated  by 
water  power,  and  employment  is  given  to  from  twenty  to  fifty 
hands  and  it  may  be  truly  said  that  this  enterprise  is  an  important 
factor  in  the  industrial  advancement  of  Rutland,  and  its  resources 
are  freely  drawn  upon  by  the  business  community.  The  officers  of 
the  company  are  natives  of  Rutland  and  are  men  of  push  and  energy 
who  have  done  much  towards  moulding  the  artistic  taste  of  the  pub- 
lic. 


R  U  T  LAND,     V  E  K  M  O  N  T  , 


ft) 


THE  mARBLK  SAVINGS  BANK..— The  great  accretion 
of  capital,  as  represented  by  the  savings  institutions  of  Rutland, 
abundantly  demonstrates  the  thrift  and  prosperity  of  the  people. 
One  of  its  leading  institutions  in  this  line  is  the  Marble  Savings 
Bank,  which  was  duly  incorporated  in  1883,  in  response  to  the  de- 
mand of  the  people  for  better  savings  facilities.  Some  of  the  most 
eminent  and  wealthy  citizens  were  chosen  as  trustees,  and  the  bank 
began  business  under  the  most  favorable  auspices  and  which  has 
been  followed  by  a  career  of  gratifying  prosperity,  marked  by  a 
strict  observance  of  the  soundest  principles  governing  banking  and 
finance.  There  is  no  savings  bank  in  Rutland  more  safely  and  com- 
modiously  housed,  while  the  exceptional  ability  of  the  executive 
oflQcers  is  generally  recognized,  and  the  assets  of  the  institution  are 
handled  in  the  most  conservative  yet  legally  profitable  manner. 
Deposits  are  limited  to  $8,000  from  any  one  person,  and  no  interest 
will  be  allowed  on  any  sum  in  excess  of  that  amount,  except  in  case 
of  trust  funds,  widows  and  orpans,  estates,  or  religious  and  chari- 
table institutions.  The  rate  of  interest  depends  on  the  earnings. 
For  several  years  it  has  been  4 J  per  cent.,  free  of  taxes,  which  is  the 
highest  rate  allowed  by  law  in  this  state.  The  bank  pays  all  taxes 
except  on  the  excess  over  $1,.500.  The  last  statement  of  the  condition 
of  this  bank,  made  June  30,  1890,  shows  2,507  depositors;  deposits, 
$621,327.06;  surplus  and  profits,  $27,500.00,  which  speak  volumes  for 
the  judicious,  capable  and  careful  policy  of  the  executive.  A  very 
large  business  is  done  here  smoothly  and  efficiently,  and  the  bank's 
enviable  record  and  flourishing  financial  condition  reflects  the  high- 
est credit  upon  the  officers  and  trustees,  who  are  as  follows,  viz.; 
president,  Elam  C.  Lewis;  treasurer,  Edward  L.  Temple;  trustees, 
E.  C.  Lewis,  L.  G.  Kingsley,  A.  F.  Davis,  C.  E.  Ross,  J.  N.  Woodfln, 
W.  B.  Shaw,  F.  A.  Barrows  and  E.  L.  Temple.  These  are  all  famil- 
iar names,  those  of  respected  and  representative  citizens,  whose 
standing  in  the  community  is  alone  a  sufficient  guarantee  of  the 
ability  and  integrity  of  the  bank's  management.  The  president, 
Mr.  Lewis,  is  a  native  Vermonter,  and  one  of  the  best  known  citizens 
of  Rutland ;  a  director  of  the  Rutland  County  National  Bank,  and 
prominent  in  business  and  society  circles.  The  treasurer,  Mr.  Tem- 
ple, was  born  in  Wisconsin,  but  has  resided  in  Rutland  nearly  all  his 
lifetime ;  is  president  of  the  Rutland  School  Board  and  superintend- 
ent of  schools;  president  of  the  Rutland  Musical  Festival  Associa- 
tion, treasurer  of  the  Vermont  Diocese  of  the  Protestant  Episcopal 
Church,  and  eminently  worthy  of  the  trust  and  confidence  reposed 
in  him  by  an  appreciative  public. 


RUTLAND  CREAITEERW,  Hart  &  Marks,  Proprietors. 
Milk,  Ice  Cream,  Cream,  Butter  and  Cheese,  Etc.,  No.  57  West 
Street. — Of  all  the  articles  of  food  which  enter  into  the  routine  of 
our  dally  life,  of  none  is  purity  so  essential  a  quality  as  of  milk  and 
its  products.  Not  only  the  health,  but  even  the  lives  of  our  children 
are  at  stake,  and  for  this  reason  it  is  a  matter  of  the  utmost  impor- 
tance that  these  food  supplies  should  be  procured  of  houses 
whose  reputation  and  responsibility  are  such  as  to  avoid  all  risk  of 
obtaining  anything  but  the  very  purest.  A  prominent,  prosperous, 
and  thoroughly  reliable  house  devoted  to  this  important  line  of 
business  in  Rutland,  enjoying  the  highest  of  reputations  for  hand- 
ling only  fresh  and  absolutely  pure  goods  and  upright  business 
methods,  is  that  known  as  the  Rutland  Creamery,  of  which  Messrs. 
Hart  and  Marks  are  the  proprietors,  and  very  centrally  located  at 
No.  57  West  Street.  The  gentlemen  comprising  this  firm  are  Mr. 
F.  H.  Hart,  a  native  of  this  state  and  for  many  years  engaged  in  the 
retail  milk  business  in  this  city,  and  Mr.  Charles  Marks,  also  a  Ver- 
monter, who  has  had  many  years  experience  as  a  workman  in  a 
cheese  factory,  also  proprietor  of  one  for  eight  years.  They  formed 
this  copartnership  under  the  present  proprietary  title,  and  inaugu- 
rated this  enterprise  originally  in  1884,  which  at  once  developed  a 
very  large  and  influential  patronage  that  has  grown  to  its  present 
proportions  and  importance.  Their  creamery  is  located  near  the 
town  and  is  fully  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  mechanical 
and  scientific  methods  for  producing  the  very  purest  and  best 
grades  of  butter,  cheese,  etc.  which  are  supplied  to  their  patrons 
fresh  and  direct  from  the  creamery,  at  their  spacious  and  commo- 
dious store  at  the  above  number.  It  is  very  tastefully  fitted  up,  a 
model  of  neatness  and  cleanliness,  and  amply  supplied  with  the 
latest  improved  refrigerating  process  for  supplying  dry-cold  storage 
for  the  healthful  preservation  of  their  goods,  which  enables  them  to 


supply  the  most  wholesome  and  purest  of  fresh  cream,  milk,  butter, 
and  the  various  kinds  of  cheese  during  all  seasons  of  the  year  at 
lowest  prices.  Their  ice  cream  is  made  of  the  very  purest  of  ma- 
terials, flavored  with  none  but  wholesome  and  reliable  fruits  and 
unsurpassed  in  richness  and  nutritive  qualities.  Thej'  retail  fresh 
and  sour  buttermilk,  sour  milk,  and  in  fact  all  products  of  the 
creamery  are  to  be  obtained  at  their  headquarters  in  absolute 
purity  and  freshness  at  lowest  prices.  Their  store  is  open  from  six 
A.M.  to  nine  p.m.  except  on  Sundays,  when  the  hours  are  from  six  to 
eleven  a.m.  and  from  five  to  eight-thirty  p.m.  Messrs.  Hart  and 
Marks  are  pleasant,  courteous  and  enterprising  men,  honorable 
and  reliable  in  all  their  dealings,  and  they  justly  deserve  the  success 
which  has  attended  their  well  directed  efforts. 

MARSHALL.  BROTHERS,  AVatches  and  Jewelry,  Spec- 
tacles, Guns,  Revolvers,  etc.,  No.  17  Merchants'  Row.— An  old  estab- 
lished, prosperous  and  thoroughly  reliable  house  engaged  in  this 
line  of  business  in  Rutland  and  justly  deserving  the  high  reputation 
it  enjoys  forhandling  only  first-class  goods  and  honorable,  straight- 
forward business  methods  is  that  of  Messrs.  Marshall  Brothers, 
dealers  in  watches,  jewelry,  etc.,  whose  popular  and  ably  conducted 
establishment  is  located  centrally  at  No.  17  Merchants'  Row.  This 
well  known  establishment  was  founded  a  number  of  years  ago  by 
Messrs.  Clark  Brothers,  and  conducted  by  them  with  marked  ability 
and  success  until  1872  when  they  were  succeeded  by  A.  S.  Marshall, 
succeeded  by  Marshall  Brothers  in  1885,  under  whose  enterprising 
direction  the  business  has  grown  to  its  present  proportions  and 
influence.  Owing  to  the  untimely  and  deeply  lamented  decease  of 
Mr.  A.  S.  Marshall  in  1887  the  business  has  been  conducted  under  the 
same  title  by  his  surviving  brother,  who  is  a  thoroughly  experienced 
man  in  all  branches  of  the  trade.  The  store  occupied  is  amply  spa- 
cious and  commodious,  handsomely  appointed  and  provided  with 
every  facility  for  the  advantageous  display  of  the  elegant  and  valu- 
able assortment  of  goods  constantly  on  hand.  The  stock  carried 
embraces  a  most  beautiful  assortment  of  fine  gold  and  silver  watches 
for  ladies  and  gentlemen,  of  the  very  best  European  and  American 
manufacture,  elegant  diamonds,  pearls,  rubies,  emeralds  and  other 
rare  and  precious  gems,  mounted  in  the  most  unique  and  original 
styles;  wedding,  engagement  and  souvenir  finger  rings;  ear  rings 
and  pendants;  brooches,  bracelets,  bangles,  necklaces,  shawl  and 
scarf  pins;  watch  chains,  charms,  chatelaines  and  lockets;  collar 
and  cuff  buttons  and  shirt  studs;  French,  Swiss  and  American 
clocks  of  all  kinds,  art  novelties  in  gold,  silver,  bronze,  brass, 
for  use  and  ornament;  solid  gold,  silver  and  plated  wares;  eye- 
glasses, spectacles,  lenses,  opera  and  field  glasses,  and  other  op- 
tical goods;  best  makes  of  foreign  and  domestic  rifles,  fowling 
pieces,  revolvers,  and  cutlery,  cartridges  of  all  sizes,  etc.  These 
goods  have  been  carefully  selected  to  meet  the  wants  of  a  first-class 
trade,  and  are  unsurpassed  in  quality,  style,  finish,  durability  and 
accuracy  and  are  guaranteed  to  be  just  as  represented,  while  lowest 
prices  are  quoted.  A  specialty  is  the  repairing  of  flne  watches, 
clocks  and  jewelry,  also  engraving,  and  all  work  done  here  is  war- 
ranted to  give  satisfaction.  Polite  service  is  accorded  by  refined 
and  intelligent  assistants  who  spare  no  pains  in  meeting  the  slightest 
demands  of  patrons. 

W.  R.  KlNSiTIAN,  Manufacturer  of  and  Dealer  in  Fine  Monu- 
mental Work  in  Native  and  Foreign  Marble  and  Granite,  Nos.  6  to  10 
Edson  Street,  Corner  Willow. — A  prominent  house  engaged  in  monu- 
mental work  in  Rutland  is  that  of  Mr.  W.  R.  Kinsman.  The  business 
was  established  by  Mr.  E.  Bowman  in  1873,  and  the  present  proprie- 
tor succeeded  to  the  control  in  1883.  The  works  are  spacious  and 
measure  70  x  100  feet.  A  large  force  of  skilled  workmen  are  con- 
stantly employed  and  all  orders  receive  prompt  attention.  He  buys 
his  stock  from  the  saw  and  works  it  up  for  cemetery  work  in  all 
parts  of  the  country.  He  has  in  his  employ  constantly  experts  in 
carving,  and  nothing  but  first-class  work  ever  leaves  this  establish- 
ment. He  has  established  a  large  and  influential  patronage  and  has 
agents  in  Massachusetts,  New  York  and  Connecticut.  He  viill  be 
pleased  to  furnish  designs  and  estimates  upon  application;  they  will 
be  sent  to  any  part  of  the  country.  His  work  is  on  native  and  for- 
eign marble  and  granite.  Mr.  Kinsman  has  had  years  of  experience 
in  this  business  and  his  judgment  can  be  implicitly  relied  upon.  He 
was  born  in  Rutland  in  1859,  is  a  member  of  the  F.  A.  M.  and  the  I.O. 
O.  F.,  is  genial  and  polite  to  his  patrons  and  a  man  of  strict  integ^rity. 


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INDUSTKIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


OE:0.  E.  €HAL.ME:RS,  (formerly  of  Spaulding  &  Chal- 
mers.), Bookseller,  Stationer,  and  Picture  Frame  Manufacturer, 
Artist's  Materials.  Etc.  No.  30  Merchant's  Row.— In  this  age  of  re- 
finement, cultivation  and  increase  of  wealth,  those  industries  con- 
nected with  the  dissemination  of  the  products  of  the  printing 
press  have  become  an  almost  indispensable  feature  of  every 
prosperous  trade  center.  A  prominent,  deservedly  prosperous, 
and  representative  house  engaged  in  this  line  of  business  in  Rutland 
and  maintaining  a  widespread  reputation  for  handling  the  very  best 
productions  and  reliable  business  methods  is  that  of  Mr.  Geo.  E. 
Chalmers,  bookseller,  stationer,  newsdealer,  etc.,  whose  ably  con- 
ducted establishment  is  centrally  located  at  No.  30  Merchants'  Row. 
This  enterprise  was  founded  originally  by  Mr.  W.  Spaulding,  who 
carried  it  out  quite  successfully  for  some  years,  when  Mr.  Chalmers 
was  admitted  into  partnership  imder  the  firm  title  of  Messrs.  Spaul- 
ding &  Chalmers.  Later  Mr.  Chalmers  became  sole  proprietor.  He 
is  a  Canadian  by  birth  and  has  been  a  resident  here  since  1876,  and 
under  his  enterprising  management  the  business  has  grSwn  to  its  pres- 
ent influential  proportions.  He  occupies  a  spacious  and  commodious 
store  lighted  by  electricity,  handsome  display  windows,  and  very 
attractively  fitted  up  and  provided  with  every  convenience  for  the 
transaction  of  business.  The  stock  carried  embraces  a  full  line  of 
standard  works  suitable  for  all  classes,  such  as  history,  travels, 
memoirs,  poetry,  essays,  scientific,  medical,  law  and  religious  works, 
works  of  fiction  by  the  most  celebrated  writers,  besides  all  the  lead- 
ing cheap  library  editions,  and  new  works  of  reliable  standing  are 
received  as  soon  as  published.  His  stock  also  includes  everything  in 
the  line  of  plain  and  fancy  foreign  and  domestic  stationery,  counting 
room  and  school  supplies,  flat  papers,  letter  and  note  paper,  enve- 
lopes, visiting  and  playing  cards,  inks,  pencils  and  fancy  stationery 
articles,  parlor  games,  etc.  He  also  receives  daily  all'  the  leading 
dailies  from  the  principal  cities,  besides  all  leading  weeklies,  picto- 
rials, periodicals,  as  soon  as  published.  He  does  a  very  extensive 
trade  in  fine  art  goods,  and  keeps  constantly  on  hand  a  fine  assort- 
ment of  fine  steel  engravings,  etchings,  pastels,  photographs,  photo- 
gravures, lithographs,  easels,  photograph  and  autograph  albums, 
etc.  A  specialty  is  the  manufacture  of  picture  frames  of  any 
desired  material  and  of  any  size,  a  full  stock  of  mouldings  for  that 
purpose  being  kept  on  hand  constantly,  while  prices  throughout  are 
very  reasonable.  Mr.  Chalmers  is  a  pleasant,  refined  and  energetic 
man  of  superior  business  ability  and  he  justly  merits  the  success  he 
has  attained  by  his  industry  and  perseverance. 


H.  H.  ENSIGN,  Dealer  in  Fancy  Groceries,  Teas  and  Coffees, 
Corner  of  Merchants'  Row  and  Madison  Street.— Energy  and  enter- 
prise seldom  fail  to  produce  successful  results  in  any  branch  of 
commercial  industry,  and  when  well  directed  almost  invariably 
ead  to  success  in  all  the  walks  of  life.  As  a  noteworthy  exam- 
ple of  this  we  would  call  attention  to  the  comparatively  recent 
industry  of  Mr.  H.  H.  Ensign  in  this  city.  This  enterprising 
gentleman  is  a  Vermonter  by  birth,  and  is  thoroughly  conver- 
sant with  all  branches  of  this  trade,  having  conducted  a  similar 
establishment  in  Wallingford,  this  state,  but  desiring  to  enlarge  his 
field  of  labor  and  enterprise,  he  came  to  this  city  and  inaugurated 
this  establishment  on  his  own  responsibility  in  January,  1890,  which 
at  once  met  with  popular  favor,  and  during  the  intervening  period 
has  developed  a  very  large  and  influential  trade,  such  as  is  not 
accorded  to  many  older  houses  in  the  same  line  of  business.  He 
occupies  a  very  desirably  located  store  of  ample  dimensions;  also  a 
basement,  both  of  which  are  admirably  adapted  to  the  wants  of  the 
trade.  The  store  is  neatly  and  attractively  appointed  while  the  stock 
carried  Is  always  full  and  complete,  and  embraces  the  very  purest 
and  freshest  new  crop  Young  Hyson,  Oolong,  Souchong,  Imperial, 
Gunpowder,  Pekoe,  English  breakfast,  Japan  and  other  teas;  choice 
fragrant  South  and  Central  American,  Java,  Mocha  and  Arabian 
coffees,  cocoas,  chocolates  and  spices;  select  brands  of  hermetically 
sealed  goods  in  tin  and  glass,  table  delicacies,  sauces,  relishes,  condi- 
ments, foreign  and  domestic  fruits;  sugars,  syrups  and  molasses, 
best  brands  of  family  flour,  fancy  cereals  and  farinaceons  foods; 
gilt  edge  dairy  and  fancy  creamery  butter;  fresh  eggs,  pure  leaf 
lard,  farm  and  garden  products,  salt  and  smoked  meats  and  fish, 
best  brands  of  cigars,  smoking  and  chewing  tobaccos,  bakers'  and 
laundry  supplies,  tubs,  pails,  brooms,  mops  and  kindred  household 
supplies.    These  goods  have  been  most  carefully  selected,  are  noted 


for  their  pure  quality  and  uniform  superiority,  while  lowest  prices  are 
quoted.  Order,  system,  neatness  and  cleanliness  are  observable  on 
all  sides,  polite  assistants  serve  patrons  promptly,  and  orders  are 
delivered  at  residences  in  the  city  free  of  charge.  Mr.  Ensign  is  a 
wide-awake,  energetic  and  pleasant  man  of  decided  business  ability 
and  is  highly  esteemed  by  all  who  know  him,  and  is  an  active,  con- 
sistent and  prominent  member  of  the  Masonic  order. 

FRED  G.  TUTTIjE,  Fine  Shoes,  etc..  No.  55  Center  Street, 
Corner  Wales,  Berwick  House  Block. — There  is  no  article  of  wearing 
apparel  upon  which  our  personal  comfort  and  health  depend  so 
much  as  in  footwear,  while  at  the  same  time,  neatness  and  elegance 
are  also  desirable.  A  decidedly  prosperous,  prominent  and  ably 
conducted  house  engaged  in  this  line  of  trade  in  Rutland,  which 
has  successfully  earned  a  wide  reputation  for  A  1  goods  and  reliable 
business  methods  is  that  of  Mr.  Fred.  G.  Tuttle,  dealer  in  fine  shoes, 
etc.,  and  centrally  located  in  the  Berwick  House  Block.  This  flour- 
ishing establishment  was  founded  originally  in  1880  by  Mr.  E,  Gosslin, 
who  conducted  it  until  1884  when  he  was  succeeded  by  Messrs.  S. 
Bartell  &  Son,  who  carried  it  on  until  1887,  when  it  passed  into  the 
control  of  the  present  proprietor,  who  is  a  native  of  Rutland  and  for 
a  number  of  years  a  member  of  the  printing  and  stationery  firm  ot 
Messrs.  Tuttle  &  Co.,  and  under  his  able  management  and  direction 
the  business  of  his  present  concern  is  constantly  increasing  in  vol- 
ume and  importance.  He  occupies  a  store  of  ample  dimensions- 
commodious  and  compactly  arranged,  tastefully  appointed  and 
provided  with  every  convenience  for  the  successful  transaction  of 
business  and  the  comfort  of  patrons.  The  stock  carried  is  full  and 
complete,  embracing  every  thing  in  the  line  of  fine  and  medium 
grades  of  hand  and  machine  made  boots,  shoes,  gaiters,  balmorals, 
slippers  and  novelties  in  footwear  for  men,  youths  and  boys;  also 
everything  that  is  new,  stylish  and  desirable  for  ladies,  misses  and 
children,  including  the  strong  walking  boot  or  school  shoe  and  the 
delicate  kid  or  satin  toilet  slipper.  He  also  carries  a  full  line  of 
rubber  boots,  arctics,  overshoes,  sandals,  etc.,  suitable  for  all  ages 
and  both  sexes.  These  goods  have  been  selected  with  great  care 
from  among  the  productions  of  the  best  manufacturers  in  the  trade, 
and  are  unsurpassed  in  style,  quality,  durability  and  fine  workman- 
ship, while  the  range  of  sizes  is  such  that  an  easy,  stylish  and  com- 
fortable fit  is  readily  obtained  at  lowest  prices.  Mr.  Tuttle  is  an 
enterprising,  courteous  and  refined  gentleman  of  excellent  business 
ability,  reliable  and  prompt,  and  fully  merits  the  success  he  has 
achieved  by  his  industry  and  perseverance. 


UNION  PACIFIC  TEA  CO.,  No.  5  Merchants'  Row,  B.  S. 
Bain,  Manager. — The  use  of  tea  as  a  beverage  originated  with  the 
Chinese  in  the  early  times,  having  been  mentioned  there  by  Soliman, 
an  Arab  merchant  in  the  ninth  century.  The  Dutch  first  brought  it 
to  England  in  1610,  where  for  sixty  years  it  was  sold  for  $30  to  $50 
per  pound.  In  1660  it  was  worth  $15  per  pound.  A  duty  of  five 
shillings  per  pound  was  imposed  in  1689,  but  was  reduced  to  sixpence 
in  1865.  In  1869  the  license  for  the  sale  of  tea  was  repealed.  One  of 
the  greatest  concerns  engaged  in  this  business  in  Rutland  is  the 
Union  Pacific  Tea  Co.,  of  No.  5  Merchants'  row.  This  is  one  of  the 
1.50  branch  stores  in  the  United  States  and  was  established  in  1883. 
The  company  occupies  a  floor  and  basement  and  keeps  an  excellent 
stock  of  green,  black  and  Oolong  tea,  Java  and  Jlocha  coffee,  baking 
powder,  every  variety  of  fancy  crockery  and  glass  ware,  including 
table  sets,  breakfast,  dinner  and  tea  sets,  plates,  cups,  saucers,  cake- 
dishes,  earthen  and  glass  water  jugs,  cream  and  milk  pitchers,  but- 
ter and  sauce  plates,  etc.,  these  goods  being  given  away  with  the  tea 
and  coffee  sold.  The  company  has  a  large  trade  from  the  leading 
families,  and  supplies  the  choicest  goods  in  the  market.  The  pro- 
prietor started  the  business  in  New  York  in  1870,  and  the  150  stores 
scattered  over  the  states  in  nearly  every  principal  business  center 
attest  the  prosperity  of  the  enterprise.  The  Rutland  branch  of  the 
Union  Pacific  Tea  Co.  is  under  the  able  and  efficient  management  of 
Mr.  B.  S.  Bain,  a  native  of  Scotland,  who  came  to  the  States  in  1881. 
He  is  a  shrewd,  go  ahead  man  of  business,  and  it  is  largely  due  to 
his  excellent  management  that  the  business  in  Rutland  has  been  so 
successful.  He  is  a  popular,  honorable  gentleman  and  highly  es- 
teemed in  business  and  social  circles  and  deserves  to  the  fullest  ex- 
tent the  success  already  attained.  We  cheerfully  commend  this 
company  to  all  of  our  readers. 


It  U  T  L  A  N  D  ,     \  E  li  M  O  N  T  . 


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S.  M.  DOKR'S  SONS,  Bankers.  Merchants'  Row.— A  Arm  en- 
■gaged  in  the  banking  business  in  Rutland,  and  standing  in  the  iiigh- 
est  repute,  is  that  of  S.  M.  Dorr's  Sons,  whose  office  is  located  on 
Merchants'  Row.  This  firm  receive  money  on  deposit,  negotiate 
bonds,  mortgages  and  other  investment  securities,  and  transact  a 
general  banking  business.  The  house  was  established  in  1870,  by 
tlie  late  Hon.  S.  M.  Dorr,  the  present  firm  succeeding  to  the  control 
in  1884.  The  facilities  here  enjoyed  for  covering  every  branch  of  the 
business  are  thoroughly  perfect,  investment  securities  being  made  a 
specialty,  while  the  firm  are  in  possession  of  the  best  possible  oppor- 
tunities for  the  purchase  and  sale  of  bonds  and  mortgages.  Tiiey 
keep  a  keen  eye  upon  the  market,  and  are  considered  a  leading 
-authority  upon  actual  values.  They  possess  exceptional  facilities 
not  only  for  the  prompt  fulfillment  of  their  own  obligations,  but  for 
the  successful  negotiation  of  important  operations  requiring  large 
sums  of  money  for  otiiers.  Their  house  is  commended  to  all  capi- 
talists and  investors  who  desire  a  safe  income  with  absolute  security 
for  their  investments.  The  members  of  this  firm  are  Messrs.  Henry 
R.  Dorr  and  Wm.  H.  Steele.  Mr.  Dorr  is  a  native  of  Rutland,  and  a 
director  of  the  Rutland  County  National  Bank.  Mr.  Steele  was 
born  in  Albany,  N.  Y.,  resided  in  the  West  for  some  twenty  years, 
and  is  a  director  of  the  Houston  City  Street  Railway  Company,  of 
Houston,  Texas.  Both  partners  are  connected  with  the  St.  Joseph 
Loan  and  Trust  Company,  of  St.  Joseph,  Mo.,  and  the  American 
Loan  and  Trust  Company,  of  Omaha,  Neb.,  and  are  accounted  as 
-steady,  conservative  and  thorough  business  men. 

C.  E.  CHANNEIiLi,  Agent  for  the  J.  F.  Pease  Warm  Air.  and 
Steam  Heater  Combined.  Stoves  and  Hot  Air  Furnaces,  Plumbing, 
■Gas  and  Steam  Fitting  etc..  No.  9  Grove  Street.— No  department  of 
■commercial  and  mechanical  industry  is  of  more  importance  to  a  com- 
munity than  that  of  the  trade  in  stoves,  heaters,  hollow  ware  and 
kindred  interests.  A  prominent,  highly  successful  and  progressive 
house  devoted  to  this  branch  of  business  in  Rutland  and  justlj-  de- 
serving its  widespread  popularity  for  handling  and  manufacturing 
Al  productions  and  liberal,  straightforward  dealings  with  the  public 
is  that  of  Mr.  Channell,  agent  for  the  J.  F.  Pease  Warm  Air  and 
Steam  Heater  combined,  dealer  in  stoves,  ranges,  plumber,  etc., 
whose  ably  conducted  establishment  is  centrally  located  at  No.  9 
Grove  Street.  This  enterprising  gentleman  is  a  Vermont  man  by  birth 
and  has  been  a  resident  here  for  many  years.  Having  acquired  a 
wide  range  of  experience  in  this  line  of  trade  as  a  journeyman  since 
1860  in  a  large  hardware  house,  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  on  his 
own  account  in  1879,  which  at  once  developed  a  very  large  and  influ- 
■ential  trade  that  is  constantly  increasing  in  volume  and  importance. 
The  premises  utilized  are  very  spacious  and  commodious  comprising 
two  floors  which  are  admirably  arranged  for  business  and  shop  pur- 
pose. His  workshop  is  completely  equippetl  with  all  the  necessary 
tools  and  appliances  and  a  force  of  seven  skilled  and  experienced 
workmen  are  given  constant  employment.  He  is  prepared  to  exe- 
cute all  orders  for  plumbing,  gas,  and  steam  fitting,  hot  water  heat- 
ing, especial  attention  being  given  to  all  kinds  of  sanitary  work; 
also  metal  roofing,  spouting,  guttering,  factory  work,  jobbing,  put- 
ting up  electric  and  pull  bells,  speaking  tubes,  etc.  Estimates  are 
furnished  freely  and  contracts  for  such  work  of  any  magnitude  are 
entered  into  and  executed  promptly,  satisfactorily  and  at  lowes 
figures.  In  his  finely  appointed  and  well  arranged  store  will  be 
found  at  all  times  a  fine  assortment  in  all  sizes  of  the  celebrated  J. 
F.  Pease  Warm  Air  and  Steam  combinations,  the  Furman  Steam 
Heater,  and  Richardson  &  Boynton's  Perfect  Hot  Water  Heater, 
which  is  pronounced  by  the  best  scientific  judges  on  artificial  heat 
production  to  be  the  most  thorough,  complete  and  economical  heater 
for  public  and  private  buildings  in  the  market,  as  is  attested  by  its 
■constantly  increasing  sales  wherever  introduced.  His  stock  also  in-  • 
■eludes  the  very  latest  improved  patterns  of  parlor,  office  and  cooking 
stoves,  gas  and  oil  stoves,  ranges,  heaters,  furnaces,  etc.  with  their 
fittings,  besides  a  full  and  complete  assortment  of  tin,  copper,  and 
■sheet-iron  ware,  granite  lined  ware,  hollow%  wood  and  willow-ware, 
in  fact  everything  in  the  line  of  housekeeping  supplies.  These  goods 
are  all  made  of  the  very  best  materials  and  are  unsurpassed  in  work- 
manship while  prices  are  very  reasonable.  Mr.  Channell  is  a  pleas- 
ant, affable  and  enterprising  gentleman,  prompt,  liberal  and  honor- 
able, and  is  highly  respected  both  as  a  merchant  and  public-spirited 
citizen. 


THE  BAKDIVELIi,  Cramton  &  Carpenter,  Proprietors,  Mer- 
chants' Row  and  Washington  Street.-The  Bardwell  House  at  Rutland, 
fills  a  niche  in  the  esteem  and  popularity  of  this  community  and  of 
the  travelling  public  pecuharly  its  own.  It  was  originally  opened  in 
1852,  by  Messrs.  Bardwell  &  Cook,  and  in  1865  came  into  the  posses- 
sion of  Mr.  John  W.  Cramton,  whose  name  has  since  become  a  syno 
nym  for  perfection  in  hotel  keeping  the  country  over.  He  made 
many  improvements  in  the  house,  adding  a  new  story,  in  1875;  and 
in  1882  Mr.  Henry  O.  Carpenter,  a  thoroughly  trained  hotel  man, 
was  admitted  to  partnership.  The  hotel  is  of  brick,  five  stories  high, 
100  X  150  feet  in  dimensions,  and  posseses  flrs(>-class  accomodations 
for  two  hundred  guests.  No  luxury  afforded  in  situation,  surround- 
ings, modern  conveniences  or  expert  management  in  any  hotel  in  the 
state  is  lacking  at  the  Bardwell.  The  house  is  lighted  by  gas  and 
electricity,  heated  by  steam  throughout,  and  provided  with  electric 
call  bells  communicating  with  the  office.  The  rooms  are  elegantly 
furnished,  and  every  safety  is  provided  in  case  of  fire,  while  as  re- 
gards sanitary  arrangements  the  Bardwell  is  unrivaled.  A  first- 
class  livery,  a  fine  billiard  hall  and  a  barber  shop  are  among  the  nec- 
essities of  modern  hotel  life,  which  are  supplied  for  the  use  of  guests. 
The  cuisine  of  the  house  is  worthy  of  special  commendation,  being 
under  the  most  experienced  management,  and  kept  up  to  the  high- 
est standard  of  excellence.  The  dining-room  is  situated  on  the  first 
floor,  large,  airy,  well  lighted,  cosy  and  comfortable  as  home,  and  the 
service  and  attendance  of  its  corps  of  agreeable  and  polite  waiters, 
as  we  have  enjoyed  it,  is  worthy  of  special  commendation,  and 
adds  very  much  to  the  comfort  and  enjoyment  of  guests.  This 
department  has  been  the  scene  in  bygone  days,  and  later  still, 
of  many  a  grand  banquet  and  jovial  gathering.  Terms  are 
placed  upon  a  popular  basis,  and  a  stay  at  this  hotel  is  ever  remem- 
bered as  a  pleasant  experience,  and  an  agreeable  reminiscence. 
Hon.  John  W.  Cramton,  the  senior  proprietor,  is  a  gentleman  known 
and  honored  all  over  the  state.  He  was  bom  in  Tinmouth,  Vt.,  Nov. 
10,  1826,  and  has  resided  in  Rutland  since  1852.  His  interests  are 
large  and  varied,  in  real  estate,  bank  stock,  marble  mills,  mercantile 
business  and  numerous  corporations.  He  is  president  of  the  Baxter 
National  Bank,  the  Steam  Stone  Cutter  Company,  the  True  Blue  Mar- 
ble company,  and  the  Rutland  Cornet  Band;  vice-president  of  the 
Howe  Scale  Company,  and  the  Rutland  Trotting  Park  Association ; 
and  a  promoter  of  other  local  enterprises.  He  was  a  member  of  the 
State  Senate  in  1888-9,  is  a  trustee  of  the  Vermont  State  Prison  and 
House  of  Correction,  and  has  served  his  fellow-townsmen  as  select- 
man, president  of  the  village  corporation,  and  in  other  positions  of 
honor  and  responsibilitj-,  with  credit  to  himself  and  benefit  to  the 
public.  Mr.  Henry  O.  Carpenter  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  and 
has  been  connected  with  the  Bardwell  since  his  boyhood.  His 
courtesy,  affability,  polite  and  courteous  attention  to  his  guests 
and  invariable  good  nature  are  proverbial,  while  his  memory  of 
names  and  faces  is  a  matter  of  wonderment  to  the  most  experienced 
of  travelers.  He  is  one  of  the  trustees  of  the  village  and  largely  in- 
terested in  local  improvements. 


HOAG  Sc  Cli.^USON,  Boots,  Shoes  and  Rubbers,  No.  19  Center 
Street. — Messrs.  Charles  S.  Hoag  and  W.  B.  Clausen  are  engaged  in 
the  retail  sale  of  footwear  at  No.  19  Center  Street  in  Rutland.  Theirs 
is  a  very  old  established  business,  although  the  present  firm  was 
organized  in  1887.  They  occupy  a  store  22  x  SO  feet,  with  a  large 
repair  shop  in  the  rear.  They  employ  three  men,  thoroughly  skilled 
in  their  trade  to  repair  boots  and  shoes,  and  in  the  store  they  keep 
an  ample  force  of  able,  polite  salesmen.  They  carry  a  full  line  of 
boots,  shoes,  rubbers,  overshoes,  slippers,  gaiters,  etc.,  for  men, 
boys,  women  and  misses,  their  goods  being  custom  made.  They 
also  supply  leather  findings,  etc.  The  prosperity  that  has  followed 
the  career  of  Messrs.  Hoag  &  Clausen  may  be  at  once  traced  to 
fidelity  to  commercial  integrity  and  constantly  keeping  on  hand  the 
very  best  goods  made  from  the  choicest  material.  They  keep  a 
finely  appointed,  attractive  store,  which  one  finds  pleasure  in  enter- 
ing. Their  excellently  arranged  windows,  show  cases,  shelves  and 
counters  are  enhanced  by  the  effect  of  electric  lights,  and  a  tasteful 
display  of  goods.  Mr.  Hoag  is  a  native  of  Vermont  anc'i  vvarj  ior  six 
years  engaged  in  the  capacity  of  grocers'  clerk.  Mr.  Clausen  was 
born  in  New  York  and  for  eleven  years  had  been  engaged  in  the 
boot  and  shoe  business  prior  to  the  formation  o£  this  partnership. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


T.  A.  CliIFFOKD,  Drugs,  Medicines,  Paints,  Oils,  Watches 
and  Jewelry,  No.  23  Center  Street.— Among  the  various  learned  pro- 
fessions there  are  none  requiring  more  skill  and  accuracy  besides 
high  personal  qualifications  than  that  devoted  to  the  preparation  of 
drugs  and  medicines,  as  the  lives  of  many  persons  depend  daily 
upon  the  care  and  attention  that  is  given  to  the  compounding  of 
physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  recipes^.  A  prosperous,  popu- 
lar and  ably  conducted  drug  store  in  Rutland,  well  w^orthy  of  more 
than  passing  comment  in  these  pages,  in  consequence  of  its  effi- 
ciency, reliability  and  liberal  businesH  methods,  is  that  of  Mr.  T.  A. 
Clifford,  also  dealer  in  watches  and  jewelry,  whose  fine  establish- 
ment is  centrally  located  at  No.  23  Center  Street.  This  popular 
drug  store  was  founded  originally  in  1875  by  Dr.  Haurahan  who  con- 
ducted it  with  excellent  success  until  1880,  when  he  disposed  of  it  to 
Mr.  G.  W.  Chaflin,  who  was  succeeded  in  1886  by  the  present  proprie- 
ter,  who  is  a  native  of  Rutland  and  has  had  a  wide  range  of  experi- 
ence in  the  drug  business.  His  store  is  of  ample  dimensions,  com- 
pactly arranged  and  very  attractively  appointed  and  provided  with 
every  modern  convenience  for  the  successful  transaction  of  the 
business,  including  a  special  department  for  the  prompt  and  accu- 
rate compounding  of  physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  recipes 
at  all  hours  of  the  day  and  night,  to  which  he  devotes  his  per- 
sonal attention.  The  stock  carried  embraces  a  full  line  of  drugs  and 
chemicals  all  of  standard  quality;  extracts,  tinctures  and  pharma- 
ceutical preparations;  all  well-known  proprietary  remedies  of  merit; 
druggists'  fancy  goods,  toilet  articles,  perfunjery,  etc.;  physicians' 
and  surgeons  requisites,  druggists'  sundries;  paints,  oils,  varnishes, 
dye  stuffs,  etc.,  etc.  He  also  carries  a  very  fine  and  carefully  se- 
lected assortment  of  fine  gold  and  silver  watches  of  American  and 
European  production,  solid  gold  and  rolled  gold  jewelry  of  every  de- 
scription, such  as  wedding,  engagement  and  souvenir  rings,  brace- 
lets, bangles,  brooches,  necklaces,  earrings,  watch  chains,  charms 
and  lockets;  lace  shawl  and  scarf  pins,  etc.,  besides  eyeglasses,  spec- 
tacles, lenses  and  other  optical  goods.  These  goods  are  all  first-class 
and  warranted  to  be  £is  represented  and  are  offered  at  lowest  prices. 
Mr.  Clifford  is  a  young  man  of  superior  business  ability,  pleasant, 
courteous  and  enterprising,  and  is  highly  respected  by  all  with 
whom  he  has  any  social  or  business  relations. 

MRS.  C.  E.  STEVENS,  Fine  Millinery,  No.  1  1-2  Merchants' 
Row. — In  no  other  line  of  productive  industry  are  manufacturers  so 
completely  controlled  by  the  fickle  caprices  of  fashion  as  in  the 
millinery  trade.  Its  decrees  are  mandatory  and  to  follow  them 
requires  not  only  skill  and  ability  but  rare  artistic  taste.  A  decid- 
edly prosperous,  progressive  and  thoroughly  representative  house, 
extensively  engaged  in  this  important  line  of  business  in  Rutland, 
enjoying  a  well  deserved  high  reputation  for  first-class  productions 
and  liberal,  straightforward  dealings  with  patrons  is  that  of  Mrs. 
C.  E.  Stevens,  whose  popular  and  ably  conducted  millinery  estab- 
lishment is  centrally  located  at  No.  11-2  Merchants'  Row,  on  the 
corner  of  "West  Street.  This  favorite  resort  for  the  fashionable 
ladies  of  Rutland  was  founded  originally  in  1873  at  No.  17  Merchants' 
Row  by  the  present  proprietress,  who  is  a  native  of  Burlington,  this 
state,  and  a  resident  here  since  1872,  and  from  the  start  she  devel- 
oped a  very  large  and  first  class  patronage,  derived  principally 
from  among  our  most  refined  and  intelligent  leaders  of  society;  and 
in  order  to  meet  the  increasing  demands  of  her  trade  she  moved 
into  her  present  quarters  in  1887.  The  premises  occupied  are  amply 
spacious  and  commodious  and  comprise  a  handsomely  appointed 
and  attractively  arranged  store  with  reception  parlor  and  work- 
room attached.  The  store  is  provided  with  every  convenience  for 
the  advantageous  display  of  her  elegant  and  large  assortment  of 
goods  and  their  inspection  by  patrons.  The  stock  carried  is  full 
and  complete  and  embraces  all  the  very  latest  and  correct  styles 
and  shapes  of  French  and  English  bonnets,  bonnet  frames  ;  chip, 
straw  and  felt  hats,  misses'  and  children's  head  wear,  both  trimmed 
and  untrimmed.  The  assortment  of  trimmings  is  replete  with  every- 
thing new,  stylish  and  desirable,  such  as  the  very  latest  colors  and 
shades  in  silks,  satins,  velvets  and  plushes,  ribbons,  laces,  crapes, 
embroideries,  lace  edgings,  ruchings,  ostrich  plumes,  bunches  and 
tips,  feathers,  stuffed  birds  of  rare  plimiage.  foreign  and  domestic, 
artificial  flowers,  small  fruits,  hat  pins,  head  ornaments,  in  fact 
everything  in  the  line  of  fine  millinery.  Bonnets  and  hats  are  trim- 
med to  order  at  the  shortest  notice  and  none  but  thoroughly  skilled 


and  artistic  work  is  permitted  to  leave  the  establishment.  A  spec- 
ialty is  made  of  mourniug  goods  to  order,  also  for  those  desiring 
hats  or  bonnets  trimmed  while  they  wait,  while  the  prices  are 
always  very  reasonable.  Mrs.  Stevens  is  a  pleasant,  refined  and 
highly  accomplished  lady  of  excellent  business  ability  and  enjoys 
the  fullest  confidence  and  respect  of  all  with  whom  she  has  any 
business  or  social  relations,  and  devoting  herself  to  all  the  details  of 
the  business  is  fully  apace  with  the  times.  Ladies  will  always  find 
the  very  latest  Paris  and  London  styles  at  her  establishment  simul- 
taneous with  their  appearance  in  the  larger  cities. 

B.  BIL.L1INOS  &  SON,  Groceries  and  Provisions,  No.  12  Mer- 
chants' Row.— The  old  established  and  highly  prosperous  house  of 
Messrs.  B.  Billings  &  Son,  founded  originally  in  1860  by  Messrs.  B. 
and  D.  C.  Billings,  was  conducted  by  them  with  signal  ability 
and  constantly  increasing  prosperity  until  1888,  when  owing  to  the 
deeply  lamented  decease  of  Mr.  D.  C.  Billings  the  present  firm,  com- 
prised of  the  surviving  partner,  and  his  son  Fred.  P.,  succeeded  to 
the  business  in  1889,  and  under  their  enterprising  management  the 
trade  is  constantly  growing  in  volume  and  influence.  They  occupy  a 
spacious  and  commodious  store,  neatly  and  appropriately  fitted  up 
and  completely  equipped  with  every  facility  for  the  successful  pros- 
ecution of  the  business.  The  stock  carried  is  full  and  complete  and 
embraces  everything  in  the  line  of  choice  staple  and  fancy  groceries 
and  provisions,  such  as  absolutely  pure  and  fresh  new  crop  Young 
Hyson,  Imperial,  Souchong,  Oolong,  gunpowder,  Japan,  English 
breakfast  and  other  teas,  choice  fragrant  Mocha,  Java  and  Rio  cof- 
fees, cocoas,  chocolates  and  spices;  select  brands  of  hermetically 
sealed  goods  in  tin  and  glass,  table  delicacies,  condiments,  sauces, 
relishes,  foreign  and  domestic  fruits;  sugars,  syrups,  and  molasses, 
choice  family  flour,  fancy  cereals  and  farinaceous  foods,  finest  dairy 
and  fancy  creamery  butter  and  cheese,  fresh  eggs,  pure  lard,  farm 
and  garden  produce ;  salt  and  smoked  meats  and  fish ;  bakers'  and 
laundry  supplies,  pails,  brooms,  mops,  brushes,  and  kindred  house- 
hold necessities;  best  brands  of  cigars,  smoking  and  chewing  tobac- 
cos, etc.  The  goods  of  this  house  are  noted  for  their  reliability,  uni- 
form excellence  and  low  prices.  The  store  is  a  model  of  neatness, 
polite  assistants  serve  patrons  promptly  and  orders  are  delivered 
at  residences  free  of  charge.  Messrs.  Billings  &  Son  are  wide- 
awake business  men.  The  senior  is  a  native  of  this  state  while  the 
son  was  horn  in  this  city. 

GliOBE  HOTEL,  S.  French,  Proprietor.-There  is  no  one  feature 
that  contributes  more  to  the  reputation  of  a  town  for  thrift,  progress 
and  enterprise  than  excellent  hotel  accommodations  which  are  so 
welcome  to  the  smoke  stained  and  dust  covered  weary  traveler  or 
tourist.  A  decidedly  popular,  prosperous  and  ably  conducted  estab- 
lishment of  this  character  in  Rutland  and  well  worthy  of  more  than 
passing  comment  in  these  pages  is  the  well  known  Globe  House  of 
which  Mr.  S.  French  is  the  enterprising  proprietor,  and  well  deserv- 
ing of  the  patronage  it  is  constantly  receiving.  This  hostelry  was 
opened  in  1880,  originally  as  the  Continental,  by  Messrs.  French  and 
Hampton,  and  after  passing  under  several  different  managements  it 
came  into  the  hands  of  Mr.  French  again  in  1890,  and  is  now  known 
by  the  name  of  the  Globe.  The  Globe  is  a  commodious  and  substan- 
ial  three-story  structure,  supplied  with  all  modern  improvements, 
lighted  by  electricity  and  has  ample  accomodations  for  seventy-five 
guests.  The  sleeping  rooms  are  all  well-lighted,  properly  ventilated, 
commodious,  cheerful  and  kept  in  the  best  possible  condition ;  the 
halls  and  corridors  are  wide  and  well  lighted,  while  the  reception 
room  and  parlors  are  very  attractively  appointed  and  provided  with 
every  convenience.  The  cuisine  is  in  charge  of  experienced  persons 
and  the  food  is  of  the  very  best  quality  and  prepared  in  the  most 
wholesome  and  appetizing  manner,  while  the  dining  room  is  appropri- 
ately and  tastefully  arranged  and  meals  are  saved  bounteously  in 
the  most  inviting  way  by  polite  and  intelligent  assistants.  The  of- 
fice, reading  and  writing  rooms  are  in  charge  of  a  pleasant,  courte- 
ous clerk  and  charges  are  very  reasonable.  A  well  conducted  livery 
is  kept  in  connection  with  the  Globe  at  which  teams  can  be  procured 
at  all  hours  of  the  day  or  night  at  very  low  prices,  Mr.  French  is  a 
native  of  New  Hampshire  and  has  resided  in  Rutland  for  many 
years,  is  a  pleasant,  courteous  and  affable  gentleman,  entertaining 
and  intelligent  and  is  highly  respected  by  all  with  whom  he  has  any 
dealings. 


RUTLAND,     V  E 11  MONT, 


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GOSSELIN  «k  POUL.IIV,  Fine  Family  Groceries,  No.  27  Cen- 
ter Street.— la  tliese  days  almost  every  conceivable  article  of  food  is 
sold  by  the  grocer,  so  that  upon  the  character  of  these  houses  de- 
pends to  a  great  extent  the  freshness  and  purity  of  the  food  we  con- 
sume. A  well-known,  prosperous  and  reliable  house  engaged  In  this 
all  important  business  in  Rutland  and  noted  for  the  superior  quality 
■of  its  goods  and  liberal  dealings  is  that  of  Messrs.  Gosselin  &  Poulin, 
dealers  in  fine  family  groceries,  etc.,  whose  ably  conducted  head- 
quarters are  located  centrally  on  Onter  Street.  The  individual 
members  of  the  firm  are  Mr.  F.  Gosselin,  a  Canadian  by  birth  and  a 
resident  here  since  1871.  and  Charles  Poulin,  also  born  in  Canada, 
and  who  came  here  three  years  previous.  Thoroughly  familiar  and 
■experienced  in  all  branches  of  the  food  supply  trade,  they  formed 
this  co-partnership  and  founded  this  establishment  originally  in  1881, 
which  at  once  secured  a  hold  on  popular  favor  that  resulted  in  the 
development  of  a  very  liberal  and  substantial  trade  that  is  con- 
stantly increasing.  The  premises  utilized  comprise  two  spacious 
and  commodious  floors  that  are  admirably  adapted  to  the  require- 
ments of  the  business  and  are  fitted  up  with  every  convenience  for 
its  successful  prosecution.  The  stock  carried  is  always  full  and 
complete,  being  constantly  replenished  with  new  invoices,  and  em- 
braces about  everything  in  the  line  of  food  articles,  such  as  abso- 
lutely pure  and  fresh  newcrop  Young  Hyson,  Gunpowder,  Imperial 
Souchong,  Oolong,  English  breakfast,  Japan  and  other  teas;  fra- 
grant Mocha,  Java,  South  and  Central  American  coffees,  cocoas, 
•chocolates  and  spices;  select  brands  of  hermetically  sealed  goods  in 
tin  and  glass,  table  delicacies,  sauces,  relishes,  condiments,  foreign 
and  domestic  fruits,  sugars,  syrups  and  molasses;  best  brands  of 
family  flour,  fancy  cereals,  farinaceous  foods,  gilt-edge  dairy  and 
fancy  creamery  butter  and  cheese,  fresh  laid  eggs,  pure  lard,  farm 
and  garden  products;  tobaccos  and  cigars,  bakers'  and  laundry  sup- 
plies; C.  L.  Cotton's  choice  flavoring  extracts;  pails,  brooms,  tubs, 
mops,  brushes  and  kindred  household  necessities.  They  also  carry 
at  all  times  a  full  assortment  of  prime  fresh  and  liome  bred  dressed 
beef,  veal,  mutton,  lamb,  country  pork,  game  and  poultry  in 
season,  besides  the  very  best  brands  of  plain  and  sugar  cured  liams, 
shoulders,  breakfast  bacon,  corned  pork  and  beef,  fresh  and  salt 
flsh,  etc.  The  goods  sold  here  are  noted  for  their  superior  excel- 
lence, uniform  quality  and  low  ijrices,  the  store  is  a  model  of  neat- 
ne.ss  and  cleanliness,  polite  assistants  serve  patrons  promptly,  and 
goods  are  delivered  at  residences  free  of  charge.  Messrs.  Gosselin 
&  Poulin  are  wide-awake,  energetic  and  reliable  business  men,  cour- 
teous and  liberal  in  their  dealings  and  are  highly  respected  by  all 
with  whom  they  have  any  business  transactions.  They  also  have  a 
neat  and  well  fitted  room  in  the  rear  of  their  store  for  rendering 
lard  and  all  the  latest  made  machinery  for  making  sausages,  which 
is  run  by  steam  power.  Sausages  are  made  fresh  every  day,  pressed 
corned  beef,  and  head  cheese  are  made  with  great  care  and  neatness. 
They  also  sell  at  wholesale,  sausages,  salt  pork  and  lard. 

THE  DIAMOND  RESTAURANT,  No.  25  1-2  Center 
Street.— Rutland  has  long  been  recognized  as  the  center  where  large 
capital,  practical  experience  and  boundless  enterprise  have  com- 
bined to  make  its  hotels  equal  to  any  in  the  country.  As  a  contribu- 
tor to  the  general  welfare  of  the  town  and  a  model  establishment  of 
its  kind,  the  Diamond  restaurant  stands  pre-eminent.  These  rooms 
have  been  used  as  a  restaurant  for  more  than  twenty-five  years  and 
have  had  many  different  proprietors.  Mr.  L.  C.  Perkins  assumed 
control  in  June,  1890.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  large  din- 
ing hall  for  transient  trade,  also  private  halls  for  families  and  regu- 
lar boarders,  which  will  accommodate  one  hundred  and  forty.  He 
also  has  a  number  of  rooms  outside  the  main  building  which  he  rents 
to  transient  or  regular  boarders  at  most  reasonable  prices.  The  fit- 
tings and  appointments  of  the  rooms  are  of  the  best  possible  order 
and  reflect  the  utmost  credit  upon  the  good  judgment  of  the  propri- 
etor and  the  cultivated  taste  of  his  customers.  The  general  dining- 
room  presents  a  most  inviting  appearance  and  the  decorations  are 
of  the  finest  and  most  appropriate  characters.  The  cuisine  is  in 
charge  of  chefs  of  marked  ability  and  excellent  reputation.  Sir. 
Perkins  secures  his  table  supplies  from  the  most  varied  sources,  all 
the  important  markets  of  the  country  paying  tribute  to  his  enter- 
prise. Thus  all  the  delicacies  that  can  possibly  be  obtained  are 
served  in  abundance,  while  the  perfect  manner  in  which  the  viands 
are  prepared  and  the  tasteful  style  in  which  they  are  set  fortli.  make 


a  meal  at  The  Diamond  Restaurant  a  most  agreeable  experience. 
Mr.  Perkins  has  been  engaged  in  similar  business  for  many  years. 
One  peculiarity  of  his  establishment  is  that  it  keeps  open  all  night 
for  the  accommodation  of  guests  and  the  traveling  public.  He 
is  a  native  of  Vermont.  He  is  untiring  in  his  efforts  to  promote 
the  comfort  and  pleasure  of  those  who  share  his  hospitality  and 
is  held  in  universal  esteem  both  as  an  accomplished  exponent  of 
the  valuable  business  in  which  he  is  engaged  and  as  a  man  of  the 
strictest  integrity  and  the  highest  personal  worth.  For  the  accom- 
modation and  enjoyment  of  his  guests  he  has  added  a  large  and 
comfortably  fitted  up  billiard  and  pool  parlor  to  his  establishment. 
He  also  keeps  on  hand  a  first-class  stock  of  the  best  brands  of  cigars, 
and  choicest  confectionery.  In  fact  this  is  the  most  complete  estab- 
lishment of  its  kind  in  Rutland  or  indeed  in  the  Green  Mountain 
State. 


RUTLAND  STEAM  L.AUNDRY,  J.  D.  Storms,  Proprie- 
tor, No.  ^i  Blerchants'  Row.— It  is  not  so  many  years  since  the 
cleansing  of  our  daily  attire  was  done  entirely  by  hand,  the  only 
aids  being  tlie  tub  and  washboard.  By  the  introduction  of  labor- 
saving  machinery  all  this  is  changed,  so  that  nearly  all  work  of  the 
kind  is  now  sent  out  to  be  executed  at  some  one  of  the  steam  laun- 
dries to  be  found  in  all  thriving  business  centres.  A  prominent,  pros- 
perous and  representative  establishment  of  this  character  in  Rutland, 
and  maintaining  a  high  reputation  for  superior  work  and  reliable 
business  methods  is  the  Rutland  Steam  Laundry,  Mr.  J.  D.  Storms, 
proprietor,  and  located  centrally  at  No.  SU  Merchants'  Row.  This 
enterprise  was  founded  originally  in  1881  by  Mr.  S.  Bortell,  who  was 
succeeded  in  1883  by  Mr.  James  Miller,  who  was  followed  by  Mr. 
Henry  Adams  in  1887,  and  one  year  afterwards  Mr.  E.  S.  Davis  pur- 
chased the  concern  and  carried  it  on  quite  successfully  until  April, 
1890,  when  he  disposed  of  it  to  the  present  proprietor,  who  is  a  na- 
tive of  New  York  and  a  resident  here  since  1864,  and  under  whose 
able  management  the  business  is  constantly  increasing  in  volume 
and  importance.  The  premises  occupied  are  amply  spacious  and 
commodious  and  fitted  up  for  business  and  working  purposes.  The 
laundry  is  fully  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  machinery 
and  appliances  and  is  operated  by  water  power,  while  employment 
is  given  to  none  but  thoroughly  skilled  and  experienced  hands. 
Every  precaution  is  taken  that  all  work  shall  be  executed  in  a  supe- 
rior manner,  and  the  methods  of  operation  may  be  said  to  be  com- 
prised in  the  terms  of  promptness  and  the  thorough  performance  of 
all  orders  entrusted  to  it  without  injury  to  the  fabrics.  Lace  cur- 
tains and  caps  are  done  up  equal  to  new,  and  shirts,  collars,  cuffs, 
pillow  and  sheet  shams,  linen  coats,  vests,  pants,  dresses,  skirts, 
chemises,  night  robes,  underwear,  counterpanes,  household  linen, 
bedding,  woolens,  etc.,  are  laundered  in  the  most  skillful  manner. 
The  trade  extends  throughout  the  city  and  vicinity,  goods  are  called 
for  and  delivered  free  of  charge  in  the  city,  and  prices  are  always 
reasonable,  and  the  highest  satisfaction  is  assured  in  all  transactions 
with  patrons.  Mr.  Storms  is  a  pleasant  and  affable  gentleman,  en- 
terprising, prompt  and  reliable,  and  justly  merits  the  success  he  has 
achieved  by  his  ability  and  industry. 

T.  OT.  BARRETT,  City  Drug  Store,  Corner  Center  and  Wales 
Streets. — The  profession  of  the  apothecary  has  ever  been  regarded 
among  the  most  honorable  callings.  It  is  a  profession  in  which 
Mr.  T.  M.  Barrett  has  been  very  prosperous  since  the  date  of  his 
establishment  in  1886.  He  is  the  proprietor  of  the  City  Drug  Store, 
and  has  a  beautifully  arranged  store,  stocked  with  every  convenience 
in  the  drug  line.  He  sells  medicines,  patent  and  otherwise,  extracts, 
essential  oils,  herbs,  elixirs,  salves,  essence,  chemicals,  etc.,  and  has 
a  most  carefully  attended  prescription  department  which  is  endorsed 
by  leading  physicians  as  being  a  reliable  place  for  the  filling  of  phy- 
sicians prescriptions  and  family  recipes.  Mr.  Barrett,  who  is  a  pnac- 
tical  chemist  and  pharmacist,  gives  his  direct,  personal  attention  to 
the  observance  of  all  work  done  by  his  clerks.  He  keeps  a  full  line 
of  everj'thing  that  is  intended  for  sale  in  a  drug  store,  including 
toilet  goods,  brushes,  perfumes,  fancy  soaps,  powders,  tooth  pastes, 
notions,  canes  and  bric-a-brac.  Mr.  Barrett  was  four  years  connected 
as  a  salesman  in  a  drug  store  in  New  York,  although  a  native  of  Ver- 
mont. All  the  best  brands  of  wines  and  liquors  for  medicinal  pur- 
poses are  found  in  this  popular  establishment. 


10 


INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


CHARLES  E.  ROSS,  Foreign  and  Domestic  Dry  Goods,  No- 
tions, Etc.,  Opera  House  Building.— This  flourishing  and  popular 
emporium  was  founded  originally  in  1866  by  Messrs.  Kinsman  & 
Ross,  and  was  conducted  by  them  with  unvarying  success,  when 
upon  the  retirement  of  Mr.  Kinsman,  the  present  proprietor  as- 
sumed sole  control,  and  under  his  able  and  enterprising  manage- 
ment, the  business  has  grown  to  its  present  proportions  and  influence. 
The  premises  utilized  for  the  business  are  very  spacious  and  com- 
modious, comprising  two  floors,  each  26x85  feet  in  dimensions,  very 
handsomely  furnished  and  appointed,  and  thoroughly  equipped  with 
every  modern  facility  for  the  advantageous  display  of  the  large  and 
valuable  assortment  of  goods,  and  their  inspection  by  customers. 
The  stock  bears  evidence  of  having  been  most  carefully  selected,  and 
embraces  about  everything  in  the  dry  goods  line,  such  as  cloths, 
cassimeres,  cloakings,  suitings,  the  very  latest  and  most  fashionable 
colors,  shades  and  patterns  in  silks,  satins,  velvets,  plushes,  cash- 
meres, merinoes,  alpacas,  mohairs,  worsteds  and  other  foreign  dress 
stuffs;  linens  for  household  and  personal  use;  flannels,  worsteds, 
woolens,  serges,  cambrics,  oedding  materials,  blankets,  lawns,  de- 
laines, challies,  ginghams,  plaids,  stripes,  muslins,  prints,  and  wash 
fabrics  of  every  description ;  also  foreign  and  domestic  shawls,  the 
very  latest  and  most  fashionable  styles  in  new  market,  ulster,  Con- 
nemara  cloaks,  sacques,  circulars,  dolmans,  Mackintoslies.  jerseys, 
etc.,  etc.  The  assortment  of  fancy  goods  includes  silk  and  satin  rib- 
bons of  all  colors,  shades  and  widths,  laces,  braids,  crapes,  fringes, 
embroideries,  edgings,  fancy  buttons,  jewelry,  and  head  ornaments;, 
ladies'  furnishing  goods,  hosiery,  gloves,  fans,  parasols,  umbrellas, 
etc.,  besides  an  almost  illimitable  stock  of  notions,  small  wares,  etc. 
These  goods  are  all  very  attractively  arranged  in  separate  depart- 
ments, under  the  care  of  polite  and  intelligent  assistants,  who  spare 
no  efforts  to  meet  the  slightest  demands  of  patrons,  while  the  prices 
quoted  are  exceeding  reasonable.  Mr.  Ross  is  one  of  Rutland's  most 
public  spirited  citizens,  a  director  of  the  Marble  Bank,  and  is  an  ac- 
tive, consistent  member  of  the  Masonic  Fraternity. 

E.  N.  MERRIAM'S  Music  and  Decorative  Art  Rooms.  No. 
1.5  Merchants'  Row. — Mr.  Merriam  is  a  native  of  Poultney,  this  state, 
and  came  to  Rutland  in  1858  and  began  business  on  his  own  account 
on  the  opposite  side  of  the  street  during  the  same  year,  and  is  now 
the  only  man  doing  business  on  this  street  that  was  here  at  that 
date,  and  as  his  patronage  increased  he  was  obliged  to  seek  more 
commodious  quarters  by  removing  to  his  present  address.  In  those 
days  he  was  the  only  sewing  machine  agent  in  the  town  and  he  is 
also  the  pioneer  in  the  manufacture  of  fine  shirts  to  order  in  the 
place.  He  occupies  spacious  and  commodious  premises,  comprising 
a  store  and  basement,  both  admirably  adapted  to  the  various  re 
quirements  of  his  trade.  His  store  is  very  neatly  and  attractively 
appointed  and  provided  with  every  convenience  for  the  attractive 
display  of  his  large  and  various  assortment  of  goods  and  their 
inspection  by  patrons.  The  stock  carried  embraces  all  kinds  of 
novelties  in  decorative  art,  such  as  linens,  bolting  cloth,  pongees, 
sateens,  plushes,  felts,  ornaments,  English  crewels,  chenilles,  Filo 
floss,  tinsels,  wash  silks,  embroidery  silks,  worsteds,  zephyrs,  bas- 
kets, Germantown  wools,  arasenes.  Saxony  yarn,  church  and  Sunday 
school  designs,  monograms,  all  requisite  material  for  Kensington 
work,  rococo  or  ribbon  embroidery,  darned  work,  braiding,  tufted 
stitch,  applique  work,  and  an  illimitable  quantity  of  small  wares  for 
use  and  ornament.  He  keeps  on  hand  a  line  of  musical  merchandise. 
He  also  carries  a  fine  line  of  fancy  goods,  for  dress  trimmings;  cor- 
sets, linen  goods,  etc.  Lessons  are  given  in  designing,  embroidery, 
etc.,  and  designing  and  stamping  are  executed  promptly  and  satis- 
factorily. He  is  also  the  agent  for  the  Domestic  Sewing  Machines  of 
which  a  full  assortment  is  kept  constantly  on  hand,  also  all  fittings 
and  supplies  for  the  same,  besides  other  necessary  household  sup- 
plies. These  goods  are  all  selected  with  great  care  to  meet  the 
wants  of  a  first-class  trade.  Mr.  Merriam  is  a  prominent  advocate 
of  temperance  and  has  been  an  active  member  of  the  Sons  of  Tem- 
perance and  Good  Templars. 

D.  STONE,  Fresh  and  Salt  Water  Fish,  Etc.,  No.  60  West 
Street. — A  popular,  prominent  and  highly  prosperous  house,  main- 
taining a  widespread  reputation  for  handling  only  flrst-class  com- 
modities, is  that  of  Mr.  D.  Stone.  This  enterprising  gentleman 
is  a  Canadian  by  birth,  but  has  been  a  resident  of  this  state 
nearly  all  of   his    life,  and  became  a  citizen  of  Rutland  in  1883. 


and  having  a  wide  range  of  experience  in  this  line  of  trade,  he 
established  this  concern,  and  from  the  outset  developed  a  very 
large  and  substantial  trade,  that  is  both  wholesale  and  retail.  He 
occupies  spacious  quarters,  admirably  equipped  with  every  facil- 
ity for  the  daily  handling  of  large  quantities  of  fresh  and  salt  water 
food.  Having  direct  communications  with  shippers  located  at  the- 
depots  of  the  best  fishing  grounds,  he  receives  his  supplies  direct  by 
the  latest  improved  methods  of  transportation,  and  having  abundant 
facilities  for  providing  dry-cold  storage  for  their  healthful  pre.serva- 
tion  for  an  indefinite  period,  he  is  prepared  to  furnish  his  patrons, 
with  choice,  wholesome  cod,  haddock,  halibut,  blue  and  weak  fish;: 
striped,  black  and  sea  bass;  salmon,  brook  and  lake  trout;  herring,, 
mackerel,  white  fish,  smelts,  eels;  in  fact,  anything  pertaining  to 
the  finny  tribe  during  their  season,  and  at  the  very  lowest  prices. 
He  receives  his  oysters,  clams,  crabs,  lobsters  and  shell  fish  direct 
from  the  fisheries,  and  handles  none  but  the  very  choicest  and  best, 
and  those  dealing  with  this  house  can  always  have  the  satisfaction 
of  knowing  that  nothing  inferior  will  be  sold  to  them. 

J.  P.  SPAUIiDlNO,  Bookseller,  Stationer  and  Dealer  ia 
Periodicals,  etc..  No.  9  Merchants  Row.— The  intellectual  side  of  a 
city  may  at  once  be  determined  by  a  glance  into  the  show  windows, 
of  her  book  stores.  Rutland  is  most  ably  represented  in  this  respect, 
by  Mr.  John  P.  Spaulding,  who  is  the  proprietor  of  one  of  the  oldest 
book  stalls  in  the  city  at  No.  9  Merchants'  Row.  The  business  was. 
established  previous  to  1860;  succeeded  in  1868,  by  Spaulding  &  Co.; 
while  in  1887,  Mr.  Spaulding  became  the  sole  proprietor,  although  he 
has  always  been  a  member  of  the  firm.  He  is  a  reliable,  well  posted, 
bookseller  and  stationer  and  carries  a  stock  that  is  varied  and. 
complete.  His  store,  25  x  80  feet,  is  most  neatly  and  attractively 
arranged.  In  the  front  part  he  has  his  salesroom  with  its  artistically 
arranged  show  windows,  cases,  shelves  and  counters,  while  in  the 
rear  of  the  store  he  manufactures  all  kinds  of  picture  frames,  sup- 
plying them  with  mats,  glass  and  cords.  He  deals  in  books,  artists' 
materials,  periodicals,  magazines,  newspapers,  picture  frames  and. 
pictures,  photograph  albums,  writing  material,  pens,  ink,  rulers., 
sealing  wax,  crests,  monograms,  initials,  mourning  paper  and  enve- 
lopes, holiday  and  Easter  goods,  cards,  engraved  material,  valen- 
tines, notions,  etc.  He  also  sells  photographs  of  celebrities,  souve- 
nirs, etc.,  while  he  keeps  address  books  for  the  purpose  of  entering 
subscribers'  names  for  periodicals  and  newspapers.  He  takes  single 
subscriptions  at  club  rates  and  delivers  newspapers  and  other  goods 
to  customers  and  subscribers.  Mr.  Spaulding  is  one  of  the  most 
accommodating  of  merchants  and  through  this  degree  of  politeness, 
has  built  up  a  large  trade.  He  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  but 
came  to  Rutland  in  1860,  where  he  has  grown  up  with  the  city's  in- 
terests as  a  most  reliable  business  man. 

T.  J.  l.irON,  Manufacturer  of  Lyon's  Excelsior  Boston,  Oyster, 
Soda  and  Milk  crackers.  No.  46  Center  Street.— The  extent  to  which 
many  of  the  industries  of  Rutland  have  attained  during  the  past 
quarter  of  a  century  is  owing  not  only  to  the  natural  growth  and 
enterprise  of  the  place,  but  to  the  energy  and  business  ability  of 
those  who  own  and  conduct  them.  Among  the  most  prominent  and 
important  of  these  establishments  is  Lyon's  Steam  Bakery,  of 
which  Mr.  T.  J.  Lyon  is  the  enterprising  proprietor.  The  business. 
was  established  in  18.53  by  D.  Verder  and  in  1873  the  present  pro- 
prietor assumed  control  and  has  since  conducted  the  business  in  a 
highly  satisfactory  manner  and  with  great  success.  The  premises, 
occupied  comprise  a  three-story  brick  block  60  by  80  feet  in  dimen- 
sions and  two  large  storehouses.  The  building  is  equipped  with  alt 
the  latest  improved  machinery  which  adds  greatly  to  the  perfection 
of  the  goods  produced,  as  well  as  the  rapidity  with  which  they  are- 
manufactured  ;  a  great  variety  of  crackers  and  biscuits,  plain  and 
fancy  cakes  are  produced  which  are  highly  appreciated  by  the  pub- 
lic. The  finest  quality  of  flour  and  other  materials  are  used  and  the 
goods  of  Lyon's  Steam  Bakery  have  a  standard  reputation  and  are 
always  in  demand.  A  large  force  of  help  is  employed  and  three 
traveling  salesmen  are  employed  taking  orders  in  eastern  New 
York  and  western  Vermont.  A  very  large  wholesale  and  retail 
trade  has  been  established  which  is  increasing  from  year  to  year.^ 
The  proprietor,  Mr.  T.  J.  Lyon,  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  has 
been  a  resident  T)f  Rutland  for  forty -three  years.  He  is  a  director- 
of  the  Baxter  National  Bank  of  Rutland  and  is  a  member  of  the  F., 
and  A.  M. 


R  U  T  LAND,     V  E  K  M  O  N  T  , 


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J,  H.  GRANT,  Meat,  Fruit  and  Provisions.— This  enterprise 
was  founded  originally  about  1865  by  Mr.  C.  Buffuni,  and  was  con- 
ducted by  him  with  excellent  success  for  some  years  after  it 
passed  successively  into  the  hands  of  Messrs.  ClilTord  &  Riley, 
and  others.  In  Oct.  1890,  Mr.  Grant  became  sole  proprietor.  He 
is  a  thoroughly  experienced  and  practical  man  in  this  trade  and 
under  his  enterprising  direction  and  management  the  business  has 
received  a  new  impulse  to  its  present  volume  and  influence.  The 
premises  utilized  are  very  spacious  and  commodious,  comprising  a 
first  floor  and  basement,  each  35  x  80  feet  in  dimensions  and  admir- 
ably fitted  up  with  special  reference  to  the  wants  of  the  trade,  which 
involves  the  daily  handling  of  large  quantities  of  fresh  meats,  which 
in  quantity,  quality,  fi-eshness  and  variety  are  unsurpassed  by  any 
similar  concern  in  this  section  of  the  State.  Having  direct  communi- 
cation with  producers  and  shippers  he  receives  only  the  very  best 
grades  of  supplies  and  he  has  constantly  on  hand  a  full  assortment 
of  prime  fresh  beef,  veal,  mutton,  lamb,  country  pork  and  sausage, 
also  all  kinds  of  poultry,  game,  fresh  and  salt  watfr  fish,  oysters, 
clams,  lobsters,  etc.  in  their  season;  best  brands  of  plain  and  sugar 
cured  hams,  shoulders,  breakfast  bacon,  salt  pork,  corned  and 
smoked  beef,  etc.  He  also  handles  all  kinds  of  orchard,  garden  and 
tropical  fruits,  choice  vegetables,  a  specialty  being  made  of  early 
products  in  this  line  which  are  received  direct  from  the  most  reliable 
sources  of  supplies.  Provided  with  the  latest  improved  methods  for 
dry-cold  storage  for  the  healthful  preservation  of  perishable  articles 
for  an  indefinite  period,  he  is  enabled  to  supply  his  patrons  with 
choice  wholesome  food  in  his  line  during  all  seasons  of  the  year  at 
lowest  ruling  market  prices.  His  establishment  is  a  model  of  neat- 
ness and  cleanliness.  Mr.  Grant  is  an  industrious,  energetic  man  and 
justly  merits  the  success  he  has  already  attained  with  bright  pros- 
pects for  the  future. 


THE  OKNTRAL.  LIVKRV  AND  CARRIAGE  COm- 

PAN  IT,  Geo.  O.  Hassam,  Manager,  First-Class  Livery  and  Feed 
Stable,  and  dealers  in  Carriages,  Harness,  Robes,  Whips,  Halters, 
Blankets,  etc..  Central  House,  No.  51  and  53  West  street.— Mr.  Geo. 
O.  Hassam  established  his  business  in  May,  1887,  and  deals  in  carria- 
ges, harness,  robes,  whips,  halters,  saddles,  blankets,  rugs,  robes, 
horse  clothing,  etc.  He  also  keeps  a  first-class  stable,  with  seven 
sleek  and  well-groomed  horses  for  hire.  He  has  single  and  double 
hitchups,  one,  two  and  three  seated  carriages  and  supplies  the  hand- 
somest turnouts  in  Rutland,  stylish  and  bright.  He  is  the  agent  for 
the  Groton,  N.  Y.  Carriage  Company;  and  the  Emerson  &  Fisher 
Carriage  Company  of  N.  Y.  His  stock  embraces  60  or  more  car- 
riages of  every  rtyle  and  finish,  victorias,  landaus,  buck  boards, 
square  box,  sulkeys,  traps,  dog  carts,  etc.,  at.  low  prices  to  suit  the 
times.  Mr.  Hassam  is  a  native  of  Vermont.  He  served  gallantly  for 
8  months  during  the  war  with  the  26th  N.  Y.  Cavalry,  Co.  F,  and  is 
an  honored  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.  As  the  manager  for  the  Cen- 
tral Livery  and  Carriage  Company,  he  has  proven  himself  an  able 
and  careful  business  man  and  is  widely  and  popularly  known 
throughout  the  state. 

CL.4.RK  1..  liONG,  Blacksmith  Shop,  Carriage  Manufactur- 
ing, Repairing  and  Painting.— This  business  was  first  established  by 
Mr.  Long  in  18.52,  about  a  mile  from  the  village  of  Rutland,  which  at 
that  time  was  a  very  small  village.  He  has  occupied  the  present 
location  since  1868.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  one  building 
four  stories  high,  30  x  75  feet  in  dimensions,  and  a  carriage  repository 
30  X  32  feet  in  dimensions,  which  is  also  four  stories.  All .  kinds  of 
carriages  are  manufactured  here  and  a  specialty  is  made  of  repair- 
ing. Five  skilled  workmen  are  employed  and  all  orders  receive 
prompt  attention.  The  building  is  admirably  arranged  and  provided 
with  all  necessary  tools  and  appliances.  He  uses  nothing  but  the 
very  best  materials  which  have  been  selected  with  the  greatest  care. 
He  enjoys  unsurpassed  facilities  and  turns  out  a  fine  line  of  light 
carriages,  buggies,  phaetons,  road-wagons,  etc.,  made  in  any  of  the 
approved  styles  and  in  the  highest  quality  of  workmanship.  Those 
who  want  cheap  carriages  will  not  find  them  here,  but  those  who 
want  good  and  substantial  ones  at  moderate  prices  cannot  do  better 
than  place  their  orders  with  this  establishment.  Mr.  Long  is  a  native 
of  Vermont,  and  a  member  of  the  F.  A.  M.  and  of  the  G.  A.  R.,  and 
was  in  the  1st  Vt.  Cavalry  during  the  war. 


A.  C.  BATES  &  SON,  Builders'  and  Saddlery  Hardware, 
Etc.,  Nos.  46  and  48  Center  Street,  Opposite  Berwick  House.— This 
establishment  was  founded  in  1862  by  Messrs.  Landon  &  Bates,  who 
were  succeeded  by  Landon,  Bates  &  Gibbs,  and  in  1863  they  were  suc- 
ceeded by  Landon  &  Bates  in  1867.  The  present  firm  was  established 
in  1868.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  two  separate  floors  with 
separate  entrances  on  Center  Street,  30  x  50  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
a  storehouse  in  the  rear,  50  x  70  feet  in  dimensions,  and  three  stories 
in  height.  They  also  have  three  basements  for  storage  and  one  har- 
ness shop  in  the  rear  where  they  manufacture  and  repair  harnesses. 
The  store  is  complete  in  all  its  arrangements,  and  is  filled  with  an 
excellent  stock  of  saddlery  hardware  of  every  description,  also  a  full 
assortment  of  horse  clothing,  lap  robes,  blankets,  etc.,  of  superior 
workmanship  and  excellent  quality.  They  also  keep  a  fine  stock  of 
trunks,  bags,  paints,  oils,  and  glass  and  leather  and  rubber  belting. 
Their  prices  are  satisfactorily  low,  and  their  dealings  are  honorable 
and  liberal.  Mr.  A.  C.  Bates,  the  senior  member  of  the  firm,  is  a 
native^of  Vermont,  a  director  of  the  P.  Chase  Manufacturing  Com- 
pany of  Rutland,  and  is  heavily  engaged  in  real  estate  business. 
Mr.  Harry  M.  Bates  is  a  native  of  New  Haven,  Vt.,  but  has  been  a 
resident  of  Rutland  since  1862.  He  is  treasurer  of  the  Marble  City 
Electric  Light  Company  of  Rutland,  and  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and 
A.  M.  and  of  the  Knights  of  Pythias. 

CHAS.  G.  TOWNSENB,  Furniture,  Feathers,  Mattresses, 
No.  44  Center  Street,  nearly  Opposite  Berwick  House.— Among  the 
leading  merchants  devoted  to  this  line  of  business  in  Rutland,  is  Mr. 
Chas.  G.  Townsend.  He  has  three  floors,  18  x  70  feet,  and  two  base- 
ments filled  with  goods,  comprising  furniture,  feathers,  mattresses, 
curtains  and  all  kinds  of  fixtures,  poles,  chains,  rings,  lambrequins 
and  bric-a-brac.  He  does  the  most  artistic  sort  of  upholstering,  in- 
cluding parlor  and  drawing-room  suits,  sofas,  lounges,  chairs,  stools, 
hall,  drawing-room,  parlor,  dining-room  and  bedroom  chairs.  He 
makes  his  mattresses  from  the  choicest  hair,  excelsior,  cotton  and 
jute,  while  his  pillows  and  bolsters  are  manufactured  from  the 
choicest  geese  feathers  and  down  to  be  found  in  the  market.  He 
carries  a  large  stock  of  furniture  of  the  most  approved  antique  and 
modern  styles  including  sideboards,  commodes,  bedsteads, 
springs,  chamber  suits,  wasl>stands,  dressing  cases,  French-plate 
miri-ors,  folding  beds,  stools,  wood  and  marble-top  goods,  etc. 
Mr.  Townsend 's  customers  come  from  the  first  families  of  Rut- 
land, and  his  sales  amount  to  $1,.500  per  month.  He  carries  the 
best  material  in  the  market,  and  keeps  his  store  in  a  neat  and 
attractive  condition,  employing  polite  salesmen  and  delivering 
all  orders.  Mr.  Townsend  is  regarded  as  one  of  the  most  upright 
and  reliable  business  men  in  this  city,  his  word  being  his  bond.  He 
is  popular  in  a  social  way,  a  native  of  Vermont  and  a  member  of  the 
K.  of  H.  and  the  I.  O.  O.  F. 

C.  W.  NICHOliS,  Portrait  and  Landscape  Photographer,  No. 
21  1-2  Center  Street.— Photography  owes  its  incipiency  to  T.  Wedg- 
wood, who  in  1802  first  discovered  the  science  of  reproduction  by 
means  of  the  camera  and  negative.  In  this  pi-ofession  as  in  all 
others,  America  is  in  the  lead,  one  of  the  notable  portrait  and  land- 
scape photographers  being  >Ir.  C.  W.  Nichols  of  No.  21  1-2  Center 
Street,  Rutland.  His  is  a  very  old  business,  having  been  established 
by  him  thirty  years  ago,  (1860)  while  he  has  been  in  his  present  loca- 
tion for  the  past  fifteen  years.  He  is  the  owner  of  the  building,  a . 
neat  edifice  22  feet  wide  and  three  stories  high,  Mr.  Nichols  occupy- 
ing six  rooms  on  the  second  and  third  floors.  At  times  his  business 
is  so  extensive  that  he  employs  eight  artists.  He  does  a  large  busi- 
ness for  the  Marble  Company  photographing  designs,  while  he  also 
makes  a  specialty  of  general  views  and  pastoral  work.  He  is  an  ar- 
tist by  profession,  and  being  a  practical  workman  his  specimens 
come  forth  in  the  most  acceptable  manner.  He  makes  cabinet, 
panel,  card  and  imperial  sized  photographs  and  invests  them  with  a 
finish  that  is  soft  in  tone  and  artistically  effective  and  beautiful.  Mr. 
Nichols  has  fitted  his  gallery  with  all  of  the  modern  improvements, 
and  keeps  it  in  a  neat  and  artistic  manner,  attractive  to  his  numer- 
ous patrons.  His  customers  come  from  the  highest  classes,  and 
consist  of  ladies  and  gentlemen  who  know  and  appreciate  good 
work.  Mr.  Nichols  has  earned  the  reputation  for  being  a  most  ex- 
emplary man  of  business  and  enjoys  the  confidence  of  the  people  of 
this  city,  of  which  he  has  the  honor  to  be  a  native. 


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INDUSTKIEy     A  XI)     WEALTH     OF 


JOHN  CADEN,  11-12  Washington  Street,  Grocery  Store.— 
Two  aud  twenty  years  ago,  the  people  of  Rutland  witnessed  the  open- 
ing of  a  very  pretentious  dry  goods  store  on  the  corner  of  Evelyn 
and  Freight  Streets,  by  Mr.  John  Caden.  He  kept  his  place  in  a  neat 
and  attractive  manner  and  rapidly  built  up  a  trade  among  the  best 
people  of  the  city.  About  the  beginning  of  the  present  year,  Jlr. 
Caden  saw  an  opportunity  to  extend  his  business  and  in  March, 
1890  he  established  a  grocery  store  at  11-12  Washington  Street. 
He  employs  pleasing  and  affable  clerks,  supplies  the  best  goods  in 
the  market  and  obliges  his  customers  by  delivering  all  orders.  He  is 
a  man  of  the  times  and  has  adopted  the  modern  improvements,includ- 
ing  electric  lights.  He  carries  a  full  stock  of  fancy  and  staple  grocer- 
ies, flour,  butter,  sugar,  eggs,  spices,  teas,  coffees,canued  goods, fruits, 
meats,  vegetables,  beiTies,  fish,  tomatoes,  all  finely  boxed  and  bot- 
tled, sardines,  milk,  figs,  dates,  olives,  chocolates,  cocoa,  peanuts, 
starch,  soap,  potash,  washing  and  baking  sodas,  syrups,  kerosene 
oil,  vinegar,  fruits,  lemons,  oranges,  jellies,  peaches,  pears,  melons, 
citrons,  bananas,  cranberries,  vegetables,  sweet  potatoes,  onions, 
pickles,  extracts,  blackings,  polishes  for  stoves,  bird  seed,  mustards, 
yeast  cakes,  sage,  mince  meat,  breadstuffs,  cheese,  and  all  table, 
pantry  and  kitchen  delicacies.  His  store  is  one  of  the  very  attract- 
ive places  in  Rutland  where  a  dollar's  worth  of  wares  is  always  given 
in  exchange  for  a  dollar  in  cash.  Mr.  Caden  is  a  native  of  Ireland 
but  has  been  in  Vermont  twenty-four  years. 


FEELEY  HOUSE,  Thos.  Feeley,  Proprietor,  No.  1  Strong's 
Avenue.— Rutland  is  favored  with  the  benefits  and  advantages  de- 
rived from  having  located  in  her  midst  some  of  the  best  hotels  in 
existence,  which  are  recognized ^by  travelers  and  experts  as  a  true 
type  of  the  modern  art  of  hotel-keeping.  A  house  built  by  the  pro- 
prietor, Mr.  Thomas  Feeley,  and  opened  to  the  public  in  1890  may 
be  found  at  No.  1  Strong's  Avenue.  This  is  one  of  the  neatest,  best 
kept  hotels  in  town.  It  will  accommodate  fifty  guests  and  is 
destined  to  become  a  popular  place  of  resort  for  those  who 
wish  a  quiet  place  and  a  most  excellent  table.  The  very  best 
table  for  the  price  is  found  at  the  Feeley  House,  as  all  who 
have  been  its  patrons  are  willing  to  testify.  Mr.  Feeley  was  for  six- 
teen years  cook  at  the  Bardwell  House  and  has  occupied  the  posi- 
tion of  cook  in  other  first-class  hotels.  He  does  the  cooking  for  the 
Feeley  House  and  is  a  liberal  and  painstaking  caterer.  He  believes 
in  the  best  and  plenty  of  it,  and  to  travelers  who  desire  the  comforts 
of  life  we  would  recommend  this  new,  neat  and  deservedly  popular 
house.  Its  rates  are  reasonable  and  its  service,  cuisine  and  accom- 
modations are  unsurpassed.  The  house  is  lighted  with  gas  and  fitted 
up  with  all  modern  improvements.  Mr.  Feeley  is  a  native  of  Ireland 
and  came  to  this  country  in  1857.  He  is  a  genial,  prompt,  enterpris- 
ing and  agreeable  host. 

PELTON  PRIIVTING  COIWPAN  Y,  Job  Printers.— The  Pel- 
ton  Printing  Company  was  founded  originally  in  1880  by  Mr.  G.  E. 
Pelton,  who  conducted  it  with  excellent  success  until  1890,  when  he 
disposed  of  it  to  the  present  company,  comprised  of  Mr.  G.  E.  Pelton, 
a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  and  with  an  active,  practical  experience 
of  eighteen  years  in  this  trade,  and  Mr.  E.  H.  Thomas,  a  New  Yorker 
by  birth,  and  a  like  experience  covering  fifteen  yeai-s.  and  both  resi- 
dents of  Rutland  for  some  time.  The  spacious  and  commodious 
premises  used  for  the  business  comprise  an  entire  floor,  40  x  60  feet 
in  dimensions,  and  is  thoroughly  equipped  with  all  the  necessary 
machinery  and  outfit,  including  five  power  presses,  paper  cutter, 
operated  by  ample  water-power,  and  in  addition  to  this  a  full 
assortment  of  plain  type,  and  all  the  latest  approved  styles  of 
ornamental  type,  borders,  embellishments,  etc.,  while  employment 
is  given  to  none  but  thoroughly  skilled  and  experienced  hands.  The 
range  of  work  includes  the  very  finest  kind  of  artistic  color  work, 
plain  and  illustrated  catalogues,  legal  briefs,  pamphlet  and  book 
work,  price  lists,  business  cards,  letter,  note,  bill  and  statement  of 
account  headings,  envelope  and  postal  card  work,  shipping  tags, 
bills  of  lading,  bills  of  fare,  visiting  cards,  ball,  party  and  festival 
printing,  society  work,  programmes,  dodgers,  placards,  posters,  po- 
litical and  theatrical  work;  in  fact,  everything  in  the  line  of  commer- 
cial printing,  the  most  satisfactory  results  being  attained  in  all  cases 
and  at  most  reasonable  figures.  Estimates  are  furnished,  and  con- 
tracts of  any  magnitude  are  entered  into,  and  executed  promptly  in 
the  best  possible  style  of  the  art. 


1V.\KREIV  E.  RO.SS,  Boots,  Shoes  and  Rubbers,  No.  3  Mer- 
chants' Row.— New  England  produces  more  boots  and  shoes  than 
any  other  section  in  the  world.  In  addition  to  which,  they  are  better 
made,  the  material  is  better,  the  style  is  superior,  the  prices  lower, 
while  the  people  of  this  part  of  the  country  appreciate  home  indus- 
tries and  production,  by  consuming  home-made  articles.  To  this 
excellent  class  of  customers,  Mr.  Warren  E.  Ross  is  catering  in  Rut- 
land. He  has  a  fine  store,  22  x  60  feet,  at  No.  3  Merchants'  Row,  elec- 
tric lighted,  with  excellent  plate  glass  windows,  an  attractive  window, 
show  case  and  counter  display  of  goods,  and  patronage  from  the 
best  families  of  the  city.  He  has  a  repair  shop  on  the  second  floor, 
where  he  makes  a  specialty  of  repairing  and  custom  made  goods, 
and  in  the  basement  he  has  a  heavy  stock  of  wares.  He  established 
his  business  March  1,  1873,  and  has  been  in  his  present  quarters  since 
1883.  Mr.  Ross  sells  men's,  women's,  misses'  and  children's  shoes, 
boots,  slippers,  gaiters,  rubbers,  overshoes,  shoes  for  lawn  tennis  and 
games,  ladies'  stylish  French  boots,  riding,  walking  and  military 
boots,  and  everything  that  is  necessary  in  the  line  of  foot  gear.  He 
came  into  his  present  business  with  a  complete,  commercial  knowl- 
edge, part  of  which  was  gained  during  a  three  years'  clerkship  in  a 
dry  goods  store.  He  is  a  native  of  Brandon,  Vt.,  a  member  of  the 
I.O.O.F.,  and  a  gentleman  popular  both  in  business  and  social  circles. 
He  keeps  only  the  best  goods  of  every  kind  on  hand,  and  enjoys  the 
confidence  of  his  many  customers. 

B.  F.  POIiLiARD,  Merchant  Tailor,  Clothing  and  Men's  Fur- 
nishings. Etc.,  Opera  House  Block. —Mr.  B.  F.  Pollard  is  one  of  the 
most  popular  men  in  his  line  in  town,  and  has  built  up  a  trade  from 
the  leading  men  of  this  city  and  the  country.  His  store  is  25  x  100 
feet,  while  a  space  in  the  basement,  15  x  30  feet,  is  devoted  to  the 
tailoring  shop.  He  came  into  business  in  1879,  having  succeeded 
Gould  &  Pollard,  who  first  established  the  trade  in  1876.  Blr.  Pol- 
lard's specialty  is  high  class  custom  work,  from  the  best  grade  of 
goods.  His  trade  embraces  orders  from  all  sections  of  the  United 
States.  Mr.  Pollard  solicits  trade  by  sending  one  of  his  reliable  men 
to  obtain  the  same  at  the  homes  or  business  places  of  patrons, 
chiefly  in  custom  suits.  He  makes  coats,  top  and  great  coats,  trou- 
sers, waistcoats,  jackets,  and  dressing  gowns,  all  of  the  latest  pat- 
terns and  best  grade  of  goods.  He  carries,  too,  a  complete  line  of 
men's  clothing  and  furnishing  goods,  underwear,  shirts,  cravats, 
collars,  cuffs,  hose,  fur  goods,  robes,  rugs,  blankets,  ladies'  furs, 
hats,  caps,  trunks,  bags,  umbrellas  and  walking  sticks.  His  store  is 
neatly  and  attractively  arranged,  with  enticing  show  windows  and 
cases.  Mr.  Pollard  is  a  native  of  Virginia,  but  has  lived  in  Vermont 
the  better  part  of  his  life.  He  is  a  young  man  of  energy  and  enter- 
prise, and  adopts  the  latest  improvements,  his  store  being  fitted  with 
electric  light  and  rich  plate  glass  windows.  He  is  a  prominent  man 
in  city  and  business  affairs;  a  director  in  the  Rutland  Electric  Light 
Company;  also  director  of  the  True  Blue  Marble  Company;  also  a 
member  of  the  I.O.O.F.,  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  and  the  K.  T.  He  has 
gained  the  confidence  of  the  public,  and,  as  a  business  man  stands 
in  the  first  rank  of  advocates  of  strict  commercial  veracity,  and  is 
a  conscientious  and  honored  citizen. 

€.  B.  HIL.L.ARD,  Dry  Goods,  No.  29  Merchants'  Row.— Mr. 
Hillard  has  been  established  since  1878,  his  neat  and  elegantly  ap- 
pointed store  being  the  headquarters  for  foreign  and  domestic  dry 
goods  and  notions.  He  has  a  shop  22  x  80  feet,  fully  stocked  with 
every  article  necessary  in  a  first-class  dry  goods  store.  His  wares 
include  a  large  assortment  of  the  celebrated  Broadhead  dress  goods 
in  all  the  latest  novelties,  of  new  and  desirable  shades  and  colors. 
These  come  from  the  famous  Broadhead  worsted  mills  of  James- 
town, N.  Y.,  and  are  gauranteed  to  be  made  of  the  best  material,  ( 
wool  dyed  and  fast  as  to  colors.  Mr.  Hillard  deals  in  woolens, 
silks,  flannels,  muslins,  cotton  goods,  cambrics,  calicos,  satins,  dress 
goods,  ladies'  wear  of  every  description,  underwear,  fancy  notions, 
laces,  ribbons,  trimmings,  feathers,  artificial  flowers,  gloves,  collars, 
cuffs,  threads,  needles,  ladies'  sewing-boxes,  tidies,  crotchet  work, 
and  an  endless  array  of  articles  used  and  worn  by  ladies.  His  spe- 
cialty, however,  is  the  Broadhead  brand  of  dress  goods.  Mr.  Hillard 
entered  upon  his  present  business  career  after  twelve  years  experi- 
ence as  a  clerk  in  various  dry  goods  houses.  He.  is  a  native  of 
Vermont  and  possessed  of  that  commercial  talent  that  marks  New 
Englanders. 


K  U  T  L  AND,     V  E  It  M  ()  N  T  . 


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A.  H.  ABKAHAxTI,  Mamifaetiirer  of  Fine  Cigars,  Bates 
House  Block,  No.  3  CVnter  Street. —Mr.  Abraham  is  a  native  of  New 
York  and  at  an  early  age  acquired  a  thorough  knowledge  of  this 
business  in  all  its  details,  and  in  1874  he  came  to  Rutland  and  inaugu- 
rated this  enterprise  on  his  own  account.  The  premises  utilized  are 
spacious  and  commodious,  neatly  fitted  up  and  suitably  arranged 
for  store  and  factory  purposes,  and  employment  is  given  to  a  full 
force  of  skilled  and  experienced  cigar  makers,  whose  operations  are 
conducted  under  the  personal  supervision  of  the  proprietor.  From 
the  start  Sir.  Abraham's  aim  has  been  to  make  an  honest  cigar, 
worthy  of  the  good  opinion  of  smokers  who  know  a  good  article  and 
to  scrupulously  maintain  the  superiority  of  his  brands,  and  that  he 
has  succeeded  in  Ills  efforts  is  manifest  by  the  increasing  demand 
for  his  products  wherever  introduced.  A  particular  specialty  is 
made  of  hand-made  cigars.  In  his  store  will  be  found  at  all  times  a 
full  and  complete  assortment  of  his  popular  brands  of  Havana,  Key 
West  and  domestic  cigars,  also  all  the  choicest  lines  of  cigarettes, 
smoking  and  chewing  tobaccos,  snuffs,  etc.,  besides  a  splendid 
assortment  of  meerschaum,  clay,  cob  and  wooden  pipes,  cigar  and 
cigarette  holders,  pipe  stems,  mouth  pieces  and  smokers"  articles 
generally,  which  are  offered  at  lowest  prices.  Mr.  Abraham  is  a  re- 
liable business  man,  and  an  active  member  of  the  Masonic  order  of 
the  Royal  Arch  degree,  an  Odd  Fellow,  a  Knight  of  Honor,  and  of 
other  standard  social  and  benevolent  organizations. 

FRED.  CLiElWElVTiS,  Livery  and  Feed  Stable,  No.  13  Wash- 
ington Street.— This  enterprising  young  man  is  an  acknowledged 
authority  on  all  matters  pertaining  to  the  care,  management  and  re- 
quirements of  the  horse  and  is  an  expert  judge  of  all  the  qualities 
required  in  a  good  animal,  and  was  for  some  time  previous  to  engag- 
ing in  this  present  business  employed  in  training  colts  and  liorses  for 
various  uses.  He  founded  this  enterprise  on  his  own  account  and  at 
•once  developed  a  very  liberal  and  substantial  patronage.  His  stable 
is  centrally  located  and  of  ample  dimensions,  well  lighted,  thor- 
oughly ventilated  and  drained  and  kept  in  a  most  orderly  and  clean 
condition.  Horses  are  taken  to  board  by  the  day,  week  or  month 
and  every  care  is  given  them  by  experienced  grooms,  while  the  food 
is  of  the  very  best  quality  and  bountifully  supplied.  He  also  keeps 
at  the  disposal  of  the  public  a  number  of  stylish  turnouts  comprising 
carriages,  surreys,  top  and  open  buggies,  while  his  horses  are  kept  in 
excellent  condition,  free  in  harness  and  thoroughly  gentle  and  free 
of  vicious  habits.  These  are  furnished  fully  caparisoned  and 
equipped  for  business  or  pleasure  purposes  at  all  hours  of  the  day  or 
night,  with  or  without  drivers.  A  specialty  is  made  of  supplj-ing 
turnouts  for  weddings,  balls,  parties,  festivals,  picnics  and  funerals, 
and  the  service  is  always  of  the  highest  order.  Mr.  Clements  is  a 
gentleman  of  superior  business  ability,  prompt,  reliable  and  indus- 
trious. 


T.  RA1VKI!VE»S  Domestic  Bakery,  No.  a?  Center  Street.— The 
popular  and  prosperous  Domestic  Bakery  has  been  a  prominent  land- 
mark in  this  city  for  many  years  and  came  into  the  possession  of  the 
present  enterprising  proprietor  in  1888.  BIr.  Rankine  is  a  native  of 
St.  Johns,  New  Brunswick,  and  came  to  this  city  in  1886,  being 
a  thoroughly  practical  and  experienced  man  in  all  branches  of  this 
trade.  The  premises  utilized  are  spacious,  comprising  two  floors 
that  are  fitted  up  for  business  and  manufacturing  purposes.  The 
bake  shop  is  thoroughly  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  ovens 
and  other  appliances,  and  none  but  thoroughly  experienced  work- 
men are  given  employment.  None  but  the  very  best  gradesj  of  new 
roller  process  spring  and  winter  wheat  flour  are  used,  while  neatness, 
cleanliness  and  system  are  strictly  observed.  The  range  of  products 
embraces  all  kinds  of  white,  rye,  graham  and  brown  bread,  rolls, 
buns,  biscuits,  molasses,  sponge,  pound,  fruit  and  other  varieties  of 
cake,  pies  of  all  kinds,  choice  pastries,  etc.  The  store  is  kept  in  a 
most  attractive  manner,  while  a  full  assortment  of  the  products 
fresh  from  the  ovens  is  kept  constantly  on  hand  and  sold  at  the  low- 
est prices.  Regular  customers  are  served  punctually  by  wagon  at 
residences  every  day  with  the  choicest  of  cereal  foods,  fresh  and 
warm,  and  every  effort  is  made  to  meet  the  most  exacting  demands. 
Mr.  Rankine  is  a  courteous  and  energetic  man  of  excellent  business 
ability,  constantly  engaged  in  promoting  his  customers'  best  inter- 
ests. 


HEMtY  O.  EDSON,  Successor  tr.  M.  &  11.  O.  Edson,  Dealer 
in  all  Kinds  of  Building  Material,  Lumber,  Doors,  Sash,  Bhnds, 
Glass,  Paints,  Etc.,  No.  45  West  Street.— This  is  one  of  the  oldest 
houses  of  the  city,  having  been  established  in  1853  by  Mr.  3L  Edson. 
In  1857,  he  was  succeeded  by  Messrs.  Edson  &  Hammond;  in  18C5, 
Messrs.  M.  and  H.  O.  Edson  became  the  proprietors,  and  in  1887, 
Mr.  Edson  succeeded  to  the  sole  ownership  of  the  concei-n.  Ho 
transacts  a  most  extensive  line  of  business,  his  yards  occupying 
three-fourths  of  an  acre  on  West  Street,  with  a  capacity  for  storing 
600,000  feet  of  lumber.  Mr.  Edson  employs  seven  persons  and  keeps 
two  teams  bu.sy  the  year  round.  He  handles  everything  necessary 
for  the  builder,  including  lumber,  hard  and  soft  in  every  form;  artis- 
tically made  doors,  blinds,  sashes,  etc. ;  French  and  American  plate 
glass;  paints  of  every  color,  quality  and  description ;  all  grades  of 
nails;  lime  for  plaster  and  hair  to  gain  the  adhesive  effect;  slieath- 
ing,  etc.  Mr.  Edson  has  the  honor  to  be,  a  native  of  Rutland,  where 
he  is  looked  upon  as  a  gentleman  of  strict  commercial  honor.  He 
has  held  several  places  of  public  trust  in  his  time.  For  three  years, 
he  gallantly  served  with  Company  H,  First  Vermont  Cavalry,  being 
in  charge  of  the  quarter-master's  department,  for  six  months.  He 
is  now  an  honored  member  of  the  G.  A.  R. ;  he  is  also  a  member  of 
the  Board  of  Selectmen;  treasurer  of  the  New  England  Fire  Insur- 
ance Company  of  Rutland:  director  of  the  State  Trust  Company; 
and  president  of  the  Vermont  Cavalry  Re-Union  Society. 


CENTRAL.  HOUSE,  Leon  Pomeroy,  Proprietor.  Nos.  51  and 
53  West  Street.— Hotels,  like  clubs,  originated  with  the  coffee-houses 
in  those  good  old  days,  when  Addison,  Steele,  Sheridan,  Hood,  Lamb 
and  a  host  of  other  jolly  souls  were  wont  to  gather  about  the  blazing 
fire  and  chat  over  their  Java  and  the  latest  bit  of  society  scandal. 
Then  came  the  public  house,  afterwards  the  hotel  or  inn,  as  it  was 
called.  America  has  the  finest  hotels  in  the  world.  Rutland  has  a 
finely  kept,  clean  and  attractive  hotel,  in  the  Central  House,  of  which 
Mr.  Leon  Pomeroy  is  the  proprietor,  at  Nos.  51  and  53  West  Street. 
This  is  a  very  old  house,  the  date  of  its  establishment  and  the  names 
of  its  early  proprietors  not  being  certain.  Mr.  Pomeroj-  became  its 
proprietor  in  1889.  He  has  accommodations  for  sixty  guests  and  his 
reputation  has  already  gone  out  in  the  direction  of  knowing  how  to 
set  a  most  excellent  table.  He  supplies  the  choicest  soups,  the  ten- 
derest  roasts,  excellent  entrees  and  fine  desserts,  tea  and  coffee.  He 
keeps  eleven  employes  and  personally  sees  to  it  that  the  rooms  are 
kept  tidy  and  attractive  and  that  all  his  guests  are  made  comfort- 
able. He  has  furnished  his  house  nicely  and  supplied  modern  im- 
provements, including  electric  lights.  For  the  accommodation  of 
his  guests,  he  has  a  fine  livery  stable,  where  seven  to  ten  well-fed, 
sleek  teams,  all  good  roadsters  are  kept.  He  has  neat  rigs  and  har- 
nesses, all  in  keeping  with  the  careful  arrangements  of  his  hotel. 
Mr.  Pomeroy  is  a  native  of  Canada,  but  has  lived  in  Vermont  the 
better  part  of  his  life.  For  twenty  consecutive  years  he  was  em- 
ployed in  a  wagon  factory  at  Vergennes,  making  spokes  and  hubs. 

IUARBL.E  CITY  MARKET.— It  is  always  a  pleasure  to 
step  into  a  market  and  find  everything  in  prime  order,  the  benches, 
blocks  and  counters  neatly  scraped  and  clean,  the  floor  carefully 
swept,  the  meats  and  carcasses  systematically  hung  upon  their 
hooks,  the  ice  boxes  pure  and  cold  and  the  vegetables  neatly  assorted 
and  arranged.  This  is  the  appearance  of  the  Marble  City  Market, 
No.  54  Center  Street,  owned  by  Messrs.  Denio  &  Crosier.  They  oc- 
cupy a  store  18  x  70  feet,  and  although  they  have  been  in  business 
here  in  Rutland  only  since  September,  1890,  they  are  beginning  to 
make  their  mark  and  are  in  a  bright  way  to  command  a  trade  from 
the  first  families.  They  employ  polite  help,  deliver  all  orders  and 
see  to  it  that  only  the  best  goods  are  offered  for  sale.  They  have 
had  eight  years  experience  in  the  meat  market  business,  before 
their  present  venture  and  both  being  natives  of  Vermont,  they  have 
grown  up  with  the  tastes  and  wants  of  the  people.  They  sell  the 
sweetest  and  most  tender  joints  and  cuts  of  beef,  lamb,  mutton, 
pork  and  veal;  fresh  lard,  butter,  eggs  and  cheese;  poultry,  birds, 
game,  vegetables,  salt  and  dried  meats,  fruits  and  delicacies.  They 
also  carry  a  large  line  of  groceries,  including  flour  from  the  best 
wheat,  tea,  sugar,  coffee,  spices,  canned,  pickled,  preserved  and 
dried  goods,  etc.  Messrs.  Denio  &  Crosier  have  fine  prospects  before 
them  and  the  best  wishes  of  the  community,  who  regard  them  as 
men  of  upright  principles. 


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INDUSTRIES    AXD     AVEAl^TH     O  F 


J.  F.  incGUIRK,  Groceries  and  rrovisioiis,  No.  2  Stroiig"s 
Avenue.— This  enterprising  gentleman  is  a  native  of  tliis  city,  and 
having  a  wide  range  of  experience  in  this  line  of  business,  he  in- 
augurated this  enterprise  on  his  own  responsibility  in  1881,  and  at 
once  developed  a  very  liberal  and  substantial  trade  that  is  constantly 
increasing  in  volume  and  influence.  The  premises  utilized  for  the 
business  are  of  ample  dimensions,  and  comprise  a  first  floor  and 
basemeni,  compactly  arranged,  and  supplied  with  every  convenience 
for  the  successful  conduct  of  the  business.  The  store  is  neatly  ap- 
pointed, and  presents  an  attractive  appearance,  while  the  stock  car- 
ried is  full  and  complete,  and  embraces  a  full  line  of  choice  staple 
and  fancy  groceries,  such  as  absolutely  pure  and  fresh,  new  crop 
teas  from  China  and  Japan,  choice  fragrant  Mocha,  Java  and  Rio 
coflfees,  cocoas,  chocolates  and  spices:  select  brands  of  canned  vege- 
tables, meats,  flsh,  fruits,  table  delicacies,  relishes,  sauces  and  condi- 
ments; sugars,  syrups,  and  molasses;  choice  family  flour,  fancy 
cereal  and  farinaceous  foods;  best  dairy  and  fancy  creamery  butter 
and  cheese,  fresh  eggs,  pure  leaf  lard,  salt  and  smoked  meats  and 
fish;  farm  and  garden  products,  best  brands  of  cigars,  smoking  and 
chewing  tobaccos,  bakers"  and  laundry  supplies,  tubs,  pails,  brooms 
and  kindred  household  supplies,  etc..  These  goods  are  all  of  the 
very  best  quality,  fresh  and  pure,  and  the  prices  quoted  are  the  very 
lowest.  The  store  is  always  neatly  and  cleanly  kept,  polite  assist- 
ants serve  patrons,  and  goods  are  delivered  at  residences  in  the  city, 
free  of  charge.  Mr.  McGuirk  is  an  industrious,  energetic  man  of  ex- 
cellent business  ability. 

B.41L.E:Y'S  DININ<i}  ROOJTIS,  N.  A.  Bailey.  Proprietor, 
Opposite  the  Depot.— A  decidedly  popular,  prosperous  and  represen- 
tative establishment  in  Rutland,  is  that  of  Mr.  N.  A.  Bailey.  This 
enterprise  was  founded  originally  by  Mr.  J.  \V.  Fisher  in  1888,  and 
conducted  by  him  with  excellent  success  until  1890  when  he  sold  out 
to  the  present  proprietor,  who  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire  and 
has  been  engaged  in  this  and  the  hotel  business  in  various  parts  of 
this  state  for  a  number  of  years,  having  been  a  resident  of  it  since 
18.54.  The  premises  occupied  are  amply  spacious,  commodious  and 
tastefully  appointed,  lighted  by  electricity  and  provided  with  every 
modern  convenience,  while  an  efficient  corps  of  assistants  is  em- 
ployed. The  bill  of  fare  includes  everything  of  the  best  to  be  found 
in  the  markets  which  is  prepared  in  the  best  possible  and  whole- 
some manner  and  served  bountifully  by  polite  and  intelligent  assist- 
ants. A  very  large  transient  business  is  carried  on,  while  boarders 
are  taken  by  the  day  or  week  and  meals  are  prepared  at  all  hours. 
A  specialty  is  made  of  pure  ice-cream,  oysters  and  game  in  their 
season,  while  special  attention  is  also  given  to  suppers,  dinners  and 
luncheons  for  societies,  parties,  clubs,  etc.  He  also  carries  a  full 
line  of  choice  and  pure  confectionery  and  the  most  popular  brands 
of  foreign  and  domestic  cigars.  Mr.  Bailey  is  a  gentleman  of 
affable,  courteous  manners  and  excellent  business  qualities  and  is 
admirably  adapted  to  his  vocation.  He  is  an  active  and  popular 
member  of  the  Masonic  Order,  Odd  Fellows,  Knights  of  Pythias  and 
other  standard  and  reliable  social  organizations. 

J.  G.  BUKPEE,  Successor  to  J.  H.  Grant,  Fair  Haven  Native 
Oysters,  Butter,  Eggs,  Fresh  and  Salt  Meats  of  all  kinds,  Canned 
Goods,  Poultry,  Farm  and  Garden  Products,  all  fresh  in  their  season. 
No.  36  Center  Street. — This  representative  institution  was  established 
by  J.  H.  Grant,  the  present  proprietor  coming  into  the  business.  De- 
cember, 1890,  and  its  history  from  its  inception  has  been  that  of  hon- 
orable effort  and  substantial  success.  The  preparation  is  admirable 
for  the  proper  prosecution  of  the  extensive  trade,  the  commodious 
premises  occupied  being  carefully  arranged  and  equipped  with  all  the 
conveniences  and  appliances  that  can  be  used  to  advantage.  This  mar- 
ket is  finely  fitted  up  and  everything  about  it  is  first  class.  A  large 
stock  of  beef,  pork,  lard,  hams,  mutton,  canned  goods,  tripe,  butter, 
eggs,  poultry,  vegetables,  and  pickles  are  kept  constantly  on  hand, 
also  Fair  Haven  native  oysters  which  he  deals  in  at  wholesale  and  re- 
tail. The  products  of  the  astablishment  are  held  in  the  highest  favor 
by  dealers  and  consumers.  The  goods  offered  and  made  by  Mr.  Bur- 
pee are  distinguished  for  quality,  fiavor,  and  uniform  excellence.  An 
immense  supply  is  kept  and  orders  are  met  with  dispatch.  In  fresh 
and  cured  meats,  lard  and  hams  the  goods  are  unsurpassed  by  any 
rival  establishment  in  the  country.  Nothing  but  the  freshest  and  best 
of  vegetables  and  fruits  are  kept,  the  products  of  the  farm,  orchard 


and  garden  being  well  represented,  also  fruit  butters,  jellies  and 
specialties  for  which  there  is  a  constant  demand  in  his  line.  Mr. 
Burpee,  the  proprietor  of  this  establishment  is  a  native  of  Vermont, 
and  is  a  man  whose  energy  and  devotion  to  business  is  largely  aid- 
ing the  further  augmentation  of  affairs,  and  the  establishment  he 
controls  is  stanch  and  reliable  and  well  deserves  the  confidence  and 
support  of  the  comnmnity. 

C.  P.%  REENTER,  Insurance.— The  system  of  underwriting 
originated  just  after  the  great  London  fire  in  1606,  when  1.3,200 
houses  and  90  churches  were  destroyed.  It  was  not,  however,  until 
1710  that  the  first  insurance  company  was  organized,  this  being  the 
Sun  Fire  Office,  of  London,  the  oldest  company  in  the  world.  Thi.s 
great  institution  is  represented  in  Rutland  by  Mr.  C.  Parmenter, 
whose  agency  was  established  in  1870.  In  addition  to  this  company, 
Jlr.  Parmenter  represents  a  great  many  others.  He  is  the  special 
agent  for  the  Liberty  Insurance  Co.  for  Vermont  and  New  Hamp- 
shire, and  manager  for  the  United  States  Life  Insurance  Com- 
panies; while  he  also  acts  as  agent  for  the  Springfield  Fire  and  Ma- 
rine Insurance  Co.,  with  its  Sl,500,000  capital;  the  AV'estchester  Fire 
Insurance  Co.  of  New  York,  with  $300,000  capital ;  and  the  Fidelity 
and  Casualty  Co.  Mr.  Parmenter  is  regarded  as  one  of  the  fore- 
tnost  insurance  agents  in  the  state  of  Vermont.  He  devotes  his 
entire  time  to  his  business  and  by  dint  of  personal  application  has 
gained  the  patronage  of  the  foremost  business  and  professional  men 
of  Rutland.  He  has  elegantly  appointed  offices  at  the  corner  of 
Center  and  Wales  streets,  and  affords  every  facility  for  his  numer- 
ous clients.  He  is  a  native  of  Rutland  County  and  has  grown  up 
with  the  interests  of  the  people.  He  is  a  gentleman  highly  regarded 
in  business  and  social  circles  and  holds  prominent  positions  in  the 
order  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F.  Mr.  Parmenter  is  versed  in  every  detail  of  life, 
fire,  marine  and  accident  insurance  and  merits  the  great  success  to 
which  he  has  attained. 

ROCHESTER  CliOXHING  CO.,  Merchants"  Row.— This 
business  was  established  in  1886  by  J.  B.  Marzluff,  Chas.  Rau  and  E. 
J.  Gray,  and  in  1890.  July  month,  the  Rochester  Clothing  Company 
was  formed,  with  Charles  Rau  and  J.  E.  Slattery  as  proprietors. 
They  have  a  store  2.5  x  90  feet,  and  carry  a  large  stock  of  goods, 
making  a  great  feature  of  the  fact  that  this  is  the  only  one-price 
store  in  Vermont.  The  store  is  elegantly  fitted  with  attractive  plate- 
glass  show  windows,  cases  and  electric  lights,  and  has  an  entrance  on 
Merchants"  Row  and  Evelyn  Street.  The  Rochester  Company  sell 
suits,  coats,  trousers,  waistcoats,  top  and  great  coats,  dressing 
gowns,  smoking  jackets,  making  a  specialty  of  fine  clothing.  They 
deal  also  in  hats,  caps,  gentlemen's  furnishing  goods,  shirts,  under- 
wear, collars,  cuffs,  cravats,  umbrellas  and  walking-sticks.  The 
gentlemen  at  the  head  of  this  company  are  among  the  city's  most 
estimable  business  men.  Mr.  Rau  is  a  native  of  Rutland  and  a 
thoroughly  practical  clothier.  Mr.  Slattery  was  born  in  New  York 
and  is  a  noted  business  man  of  firm,  truthful  principles.  The  Roch- 
ester Clothing  Company  is  one  of  the  greatest  monuments  to  New 
England  business  entei-prise,  its  motto  being  the  best  goods  and  low. 
even  prices. 

A.  W.  EDSOIV,  Livery  Stable,  No.  41  West  Street.— Mr.  A.  W. 
Edson,  the  present  proprietor,  commenced  business  in  this  line  in 
1890.  This  business  was  originally  established  in  1885  by  Mr.  E.  D. 
Barber.  He  carries  on  a  very  extensive  business,  owning  fifteen 
horses,  eight  of  these  being  used  for  livery  purposes  and  7  for  saddle 
horses,  a  line  in  which  he  makes  a  specialty.  His  stock  is  well  kept, 
well  groomed  and  his  rigs,  carriages,  buggies,  saddles,  bridles  and 
harnesses  are  neat  and  bright,  which  deprives  them  of  that  look  of 
"  hired  rigs"  so  often  common  in  the  livery  business.  His  trade  is 
chiefly  transient  and  his  rates  reasonable.  He  keeps  attentive, 
sober  and  careful  grooms,  hostlers  and  drivers  and  commands  a  very 
extensive  trade.  This  gentleman  has  already  started  in  the  way  of 
success,  and  shows  himself  loyal  to  the  rule  of  commercial  integrity. 
He  has  a  wide  field  before  him  and  his  standing  and  reliability  are 
assured.  Mr.  Edson  was  born  in  Rutland.  For  a  period  of  eighteen 
years  he  was  engaged  in  mercantile  business  in  Virginia,  and  for  six 
years  was  foreman  of  the  lumber  yards  in  Rutland.  He  has  the 
best  wishes  of  his  townsmen,  among  whom  he  stands  high  for  truth 
and  honor. 


11  U  T  I.  AND,     VERMONT. 


FRANK.  C.  HOUGHTON,  No.  19  Merchants-  Row,  Cloaks. 
—Mr.  Frank  C.  Houghton  is  one  of  the  leading  dealers  in  ladies", 
misses',  and  children's  outside  garments,  in  Rutland.  He  makes 
the  sale  of  cloaks  and  wraps  a  specialty  and  in  addition  to  his  large 
store,  26  X  80  feet  in  surface,  he  devotes  his  entire  basement  to  his 
cloak  department.  He  has  made  a  notable  name  in  this  line,  having 
succeeded  in  1884  to  the  business  established  that  same  year  by 
Messrs.  Houghton  Bros.  His  store  is  elegantly  arranged,  neatly  set 
off  with  French  plate  windows,  and  lighted  with  electricity,  while  he 
also  employs  the  Busy  Bee  cash  system  in  making  change.  Mr. 
Houghton  makes  a  particular  feature  of  novelties  in  short  jackets, 
three-quarter  and  long  garments,  jerseys,  diagonals,  whip  cord, 
beaver,  worsteds,  plushes.  Autumn  shoulder  capes  in  beaver,  monkey 
skin,  wool,  seal,  astrakhan,  cape  seal,  nutria,  French  cooney  and 
plush.  He  also  carries  a  complete  line  of  dry  and  dress  goods, 
black  goods,  silks,  velvets,  plushes,  housekeeping  goods,  colored  and 
white  counterpanes,  bed  blankets,  comfortables;  every  grade  of 
underwear,  for  ladies  and  infants,  blankets,  knit  jackets,  embroi- 
dered flannels;  onyx  fast  black  hosiery,  the  dyes  warranted  not  to 
stain  the  feet  or  garments,  these  being  cashmere,  cotton,  fleece  and 
lined  goods,  for  ladies,  children,  misses  and  boys;  gloves,  shawls, 
ribbons,  gossamers,  laces,  fringes,  trimmings,  Hamburg,  and  hand- 
kerchiefs; Arion,  Germantown,  Saxony,  Spanish,  and  Scotch  yarn; 
the  French  P.  D.  Corset  and  many  other  goods.  Mr.  Houghton  is  a 
worthy,  active  citizen,  a  native  of  Franklin  Co.,  Vt.,  and  the  clerk  of 
the  Encampment  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F. 

CYRIIi  liE  BOEVF,  Baker,  Corner  of  West  and  Grove 
Streets.— This  enterprising  gentleman  was  born  in  Canada  in  1839, 
and  came  to  the  United  States  when  but  twelve  years  of  age,  and 
having  been  engaged  in  this  business  since  quite  young,  he  is  thor- 
oughly experienced  and  practical  in  all  its  branches.  Desirous  of 
engaging  in  business  on  his  own  responsibility  he  founded  this  estab- 
lishment in  1887  and  at  once  developed  a  very  large  and  substantial 
trade.  The  premises  utilized  are  desirably  situated  in  the  Empire 
Block  and  are  of  ample  dimensions,  commodious  and  fitted  up  for 
business  and  manufacturing  purposes.  In  his  bake  room  will  be 
found  all  necessary  appliances  and  devices,  while  employment  is 
given  to  none  but  skilled  and  experienced  workmen.  He  uses  none 
but  the  very  best  grades  of  new  roller  process  flour  and  permits  no 
deleterious  substances  or  adulterations  to  be  employed  in  the  pro- 
duction of  his  goods,  which  embraces  all  kinds  of  fine  bread,  buns, 
rolls,  crackers,  biscuits,  pure  cakes,  pies,  cookies,  doughnuts,  etc. 
These  are  delivered  fresh  and  hot  from  the  ovens  regularly  at  the 
residences  of  regular  patrons,  while  in  his  neatly  appointed  store  will 
be  found  at  all  times  a  choice  assortment  of  roll  jelly,  fruit,  ginger, 
sponge,  marble  and  other  cakes,  pies,  tarts  and  pastries.  A  spec- 
ialty is  made  of  wedding  cakes,  also  supplies  for  weddings,  balls, 
parties,  festivals,  picnics,  etc.,  while  lowest  prices  prevail.  His  es- 
tablishment is  a  model  of  neatness  and  cleanliness  and  every  effort 
is  made  to  meet  the  wants  of  patrons  with  the  choicest  and  purest 
of  cereal  food. 

J.  P.  MARANVILLF  &  CO.,  The  "Grocers,"  No.  67  Mer- 
chants' Row.— This  firm  was  organized  in  1889  and  has  already 
reached  a  point  of  success,  owing  to  the  excellent  quality  of  goods 
that  are  handled,  and  the  spirit  of  fairness  and  honor  shown  by  the 
gentlemen  who  have  the  business  under  control.  They  occupy  a 
flnely  appointed,  neatly  arranged  store,  .30  x  80  feet,  with  a  storeroom 
on  the  second  floor  and  a  large  basement.  They  keep  four  clerks 
busy  and  accommodate  their  customers  b.y  delivering  all  orders. 
They  handle  everything  in  the  line  of  groceries  and  provisions,  fine 
teas,  coffee,  sugar,  flour,  canned,  preserved,  dried  and  pickled  goods, 
spices,  butter,  eggs,  cheese,  breadstuffs,  crackers,  biscuits,  confec- 
tions, sweets,  nuts,  fruits,  pears,  apples,  peaches,  grapes,  oranges, 
lemons,  delicacies  of  every  description,  household,  kitchen,  pantry 
and  table  supplies,  provisions,  potatoes,  cabbage,  beets,  carrots  and 
all  farm  products.  The  goods  sold  by  these  gentlemen  are  always  of 
the  best,  and  consequently  their  support  comes  from  the  first  fami- 
lies. There  are  three  members  of  this  firm,  Messrs.  J.  P.  Maranville, 
J.  W.  Cranton  and  H.  O.  Carpenter,  all  natives  of  Vermont  and  resi- 
dents of  Rutland.  They  are  upright,  conscientious  men  of  business 
and  true  to  commercial  veracity.  Mr.  Maranville  is  the  manager  of 
the  store  and  has  built  up  a  hearty  support.  He  is  popular  both 
from  a  business  point  and  socially. 


L.  VAIjIQUICTTK,  Jr.,  Boots  and  Shoes,  1.3  Mercliants* 
Row.— This  gentleman  is  the  proprietor  of  the  oldest  boot  and  shoe 
store  in  Rutland.  His  father,  L.  Valiquette,  Sr.,  established  the  busi- 
ness in  1857,  the  first  shop  in  town.  The  business  has  been  carried  on 
at  the  present  location  since  1858,  his  son  having  taken  possession  in 
1882.  He  occupies  a  floor  20  x  80  feet  with  a  basement  and  a  roomy 
repair  shop  in  the  rear.  He  employs  polite  clerks,  has  a  modernly 
appointed  store  with  electric  lights  and  a  rich,  elegantly  arranged 
stock  of  goods,  including  women's,  misses',  men's,  and  boys',  boots, 
shoes,  slippers,  gaiters,  pumps,  rubbers,  overshoes,  foot-cloth- 
ing of  every  description  and  leather  findings.  He  makes  a  specialty 
of  fine  repairing.  He  sells  the  best  goods  in  the  market  and  has  the 
patronage  of  the  first  families  of  Rutland.  Mr.  Valiquette  has  been 
in  this  line  of  business  all  of  his  life  and  is  therefore  a  practical  work- 
man and  thoroughly  understands  every  detail  of  his  calling.  He  is 
a  native  of  Canada,  having  been  born  there  in  1846  and  came  to  Rut- 
land at  the  age  of  three  months.  Ho  has  grown  into  popular  favor 
both  in  a  business  way  and  publicly,  having  been  police  justice 
for  eight  consecutive  years. 

HFNRir  KINSKIiLA,  Restaurant,  No.  8  Merchants'  Row.— 
Mr.  Kinsella  has  one  of  the  most  attractive  and  neatly  kept  restau- 
rants in  Rutland,  his  business  having  first  been  established  fifteen 
years  ago  by  J.  W.  Fisher.  In  1886  J.  P.  Rounds  came  into  posses- 
sion, R.  J.  Wells  succeeding  him  in  1889,  Coeledge  Bros,  coming  in 
in  January,  1890,  and  Mr.  Kinsella  succeeding  them  in  March,  1890. 
Mr.  Kinsella  has  a  place  25  x  80  feet,  with  a  large  basement.  His 
dining  hall  is  a  model  of  convenience,  lighted  by  electricity,  and  hav- 
ing a  seating  capacity  for  fifty  persons.  The  popularity  of  his  res- 
taurant may  at  once  be  found  in  the  fact  that  he  has  forty-five  regu- 
lar boarders  and  conducts  a  very  extensive  transient  trade,  employ- 
ing five  hands.  He  serves  meals  at  all  hours,  and  has  made  already 
a  reputation  for  giving  excellent  food,  delicious,  sweet  and  tendw 
meats,  roasts,  broils  and  fries.  He  buys  the  best  beef,  mutton,  vej 
pork  and  lamb,  game,  poultry  and  birds  that  the  market  afforit. 
He  serves  delicious  soups,  entrees,  roasts  and  desserts,  cakes,  piej 
puddings,  ice  cream  and  sauces,  and  also  keeps  a  choice  line  of  con- 
fectionery and  cigars.  Mr.  Kinsella  is  a  native  of  Vermont  and  a 
young  man  imbued  with  ambition  and  enterprise.  His  aim  is  ta 
keep  the  best  restaurant  in  Rutland. 

E.  -WHITIC,  Watchmaker  and  Jeweler,  17  Center  Street.— Mr, 
E.  White  is  one  of  Rutland's  most  reliable  jewelers,  having  estab- 
lished his  business  in  188S,  and  occupied  his  present  location  for 
three  years  past.  He  carries  one  of  the  finest  lines  of  jewelry  in 
this  city,  including  watches,  chains,  diamonds,  rubies,  emeralds, 
pearls,  sapphires,  precious  stones  of  all  kinds,  rings,  bracelets,  pins» 
brooches,  earrings,  engagement  and  wedding  rings,  seal  rings,  every 
grade  of  ornament  for  ladies  and  gentlemen,  clocks,  notions  and 
bric-a  brae.  Mr.  White  carries  only  the  finest  stock,  made  from  the 
finest  material.  His  store  is  finely  arranged,  while  the  display  of 
goods  is  rich  and  beautiful,  the  patterns  and  styles  being  of  the  latest. 
He  makes  fine  watch  repairing  a  specialty,  having  had  seventeen 
years  experience  before  embarking  in  his  own  business.  He  em- 
ploys skilled  jewelers  and  clerks  to  assist  him  in  his  store.  He  is  a 
native  of  Vermont,  and  a  popular  man  both  in  business  and  social 
circles. 

HKNRY  TURRILL,  Dentist,  No.  17^  Merchants'  Row.— Dr. 
Turrill  has  every  right  to  the  eminence  that  he  has  gained,  by  reason 
of  his  long  and  extensive  practice.  He  established  his  business, 
originally  at  Brandon,  Vt.,  where  he  practiced  a  number  of  years. 
Then  he  went  to  Castleton,  Vt.,  and  remained  there  in  practice  five 
years;  this  was  followed  by  five  years  at  Middlebury,  Vt.,  and  in 
1877,  Dr.  Turrill  removed  to  Rutland.  Thus  it  will  be  seen  that  his 
record  runs  back  very  nearly  thirty  years.  He  has  a  nice  and  mod- 
ernly appointed  office,  one  flight  up,  and  gives  especial  attention  to 
extracting,  excavating,  preparing,  treating  and  filling  teeth,  making 
crown  plate  fillings  and  false  teeth  a  particular  object.  That  Dr. 
Turrill  is  an  expert  practitioner,  one  needs  only  to  refer  to  his  past 
record  and  his  long  career  of  success.  He  has  the  confidence  of  pa- 
trons from  the  first  families  of  this  city  and  vicinity.  Dr.  Turrill  is  a 
native  of  Vermont. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF     RUTLAND,     VT. 


W.  S.  SmiTH  &  CO.,  Dealers  in  Boots,  Shoes  and  Rubbers. 
—This  enterprise  was  founded  originally  in  1882  by  Messrs.  Cardelle 
&  Leach,  who  carried  it  on  with  an  excellent  degree  of  success  until 
1886  when  they  disposed  of  it  to  the  present  wide-awake  and  ener- 
getic firm,  comprised  of  Messrs.  W.  S.  Smith  and  H.  A.  Sawyer,  both 
well-known  residents  of  this  city.  The  former  gentleman  has  had  a 
■wide  range  of  experience  in  this  trade,  liaving  been  engaged  in  it 
previously  for  some  years.  They  occupy  a  spacious  and  commo- 
dious store,  neatly  arranged,  having  every  facility  at  hand  for  the 
transaction  of  business.  The  stock  carried  is  full  and  complete  and 
embraces  everything  in  the  line  of  fine  and  medium  grades  of  hand 
and  machine  made  boots,  shoes,  gaiters,  balmorals,  slippers  and 
other  novelties  in  footwear  for  men,  youths  and  boys,  besides  every- 
thing that  is  new,  fashionable  and  stylish  in  all  shades  and  colors  of 
materials  for  ladies,  misses  and  children,  including  the  strong  walk- 
ing boot  or  school  shoe  and  the  delicate  satin  or  kid  toilet  slipper;  be- 
.sides  a  full  assortment  of  rubber  boots,  arctics,  overshoes  and  san- 
dals for  all  ages  and  both  sexes.  These  goods  have  been  most  care- 
fully selected  to  meet  the  wants  of  a  first-class  trade  and  are  unsur- 
passed in  quality  of  material,  elegance,  finish  and  durability ;  while 
the  range  of  sizes  is  such  that  a  stylish  and  comfortable  fit  is  readily 
attained  at  very  lowest  prices.  Polite  assistants  serve  patrons  and 
every  effort  is  made  to  meet  their  most  exacting  or  slightest  de- 
mands. Messrs.  Smith  &  Sawye  are  enterprising  gentlemen,  and 
are  very  popular  with  their  patrons.  Mr.  Sawyer  is  also  engaged  in 
the  jobbing  of  stationery,  and  is  also  a  director  of  Clement  National 
Bank  of  Rutland. 

G.  T.  PHIIiLIPS,  D.D.S.,  Odd  Fellows  Hall,  Merchants' 
Row.— There  is  no  profession  that  has  made  such  commendable 
strides  to  the  front  as  that  of  dentistry,  of  which  Rutland's  leading 
representative  is  G.  T.  Phillips,  D.D.S.  He  established  liis  business 
in  1888  and  has  four  rooms,  elegantly  fitted  and  stocked  with  all  of 
the  modern  improvements.  His  practice  is  very  large.  Dr.  Phillips 
being  foremost  in  all  of  the  details  of  excavation,  extracting,  crown 
and  gold  filling,  and  the  furnishing  of  artificial  teeth,  with  or  with- 
out plates.  He  is  a  young  and  ambitious  member  of  the  Vermont 
Dental  Association,  and  the  author  of  commendable  essays  on  den- 
tistry. He  graduated  from  the  Boston  Dental  College  and  came  to 
Rutland  with  the  highest  recommendation  as  to  professional  skill. 
He  is  a  native  of  Vermont  and  has  started  upon  a  career  of  success. 
His  offices  are  attractive  and  finely  furnished,  one  flight  from  the 
■street  and  patronized  by  the  best  people  of  the  city.    Dr.  Phillips  is 


an  aggressive  student,  firmly  believing  in  such  improvements  as 
tend  to  the  advance  of  the  science  in  which  he  is  interested.  Dr. 
Pliillips  is  among  the  first  men  of  his  profession,  and  a  thoroughly 
reliable  gentlemen. 


miss  N.  ittUIiLINS,  Fashionable  Millinery,  No.  35  Center 
Street.— A  prominent,  well  established  and  deservedly  popular  Rut- 
land millinery  emporium  is  the  ably  conducted  store  of  Miss  N.  Mul- 
lins,  where  is  always  displayed  an  unusually  fine  assortment  of 
everything  in  the  line  of  fashionable  female  headwear,  including  all 
the  latest  Parisian  and  London  novelties  at  prices  as  low  as  the  low- 
est prevailing  in  New  York  and  Boston,  wliile  bonnets  and  hats  are 
made  to  order,  and  also  altered  and  trimmed  in  the  very  best  style  of 
the  milliner's  art  at  most  reasonable  figures.  This  thriving  business 
was  established  in  1880,  and  has  developed  a  liberal  and  influential 
patronage  which  is  constantly  increasing.  The  store,  which  is  cen- 
trally situated,  is  compact,  ample  and  tastefully  appointed,  and  a 
superb  stock  is  kept  on  hand,  embracing  bonnets  and  hats,  both 
trimmed  and  untrimmed,  in  exquisite  shapes  and  newest  styles; 
straw  goods  in  quite  a  variety,  elegant  plumes,  feathers  and  flowers; 
beautiful  silk  ribbons,  velvets,  plushes  and  a  full  line  of  fine  millin- 
ery goods.  Miss  Mullins  was  formerly  engaged  in  this  business  in 
Burlington,  this  state,  of  which  city  she  is  a  native.  She  is  a  lady  of 
superior  business  qualities  and  receives  a  large  and  influential  pat- 
ronage. 

li.  F.  MINER,  Manufacturer  of  Wagons  and  Sleighs.  Red 
Shop,  West  Street,  Opposite  Memorial  Hall.— This  business  was 
established  more  than  thirty  years  ago,  by  Mr.  Levi  Miner.  In  1878, 
the  firm  was  organized  under  title  of  L.  Miner  &  Son;  and  in  1888, 
Mr.  L.  F.  Miner  became  the  sole  proprietor.  His  shop  occupies  a 
space  30  x80  feet,  with  a  blacksmith  shop  in  the  front  and  a  carriage 
factorj-  in  the  rear.  He  employs  four  blacksmiths,  one  painter  and 
two  wood-workers,  all  skilled  and  practical  men,  who  aid  Mr.  Miner 
in  turning  out  all  kinds  of  wagons,  carriages,  buggies,  dog  carts, 
traps,  sulkies,  buckboards,  sleighs,  bobs,  lumber  wagons,  cutters 
and  rigs  of  every  style  and  pattern.  Mr.  Miner  also  has  an  extensive 
horse  shoeing  and  general  jobbing  trade  and  derives  his  patronage 
from  the  best  men  of  this  city  and  vicinity.  He  is  a  thoroughly 
practical,  honest  workman,  using  only  the  best  material  in  the  con- 
struction of  his  vehicles  and  is  regarded  as  a  most  exemplary  busi- 
ness man.  Mr.  Miner  is  a  native  of  Rutland  and  a  member  of  the 
I.  O.  O.  F. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF  WEST  RUTLAND. 


EST   RUTLAND   forms   a   township   set    off    from     Rutland     in     1886.       The   village     of 
West    Rutland   is   located    about   four   and     a     half    miles    west    of     Rutland   village    and 
j|^^/_         contains     a     first-class      hotel,     four      churches — Baptist,     Congregational,     Episcopal     and 
J^^>  Roman    Catholic, — about    a   dozen    stores    and    2000    inhabitants.       It     is     here     that    the 

•^OP      marble    deposit   that   has    made    the    name   of    Rutland    famous    in    all    parts    of   the   world   is 

,'         found. 

About  eighty  rods  north  of  the  railroad  depot  in  West  Rutland  is  a  range  of  hills  rising 
about  200  feet  from  the  bottom  lands,  and  on  the  western  slope  of  this  hill,  near  the  base, 
crops  out  the  beautiful  Rutland  marble.  The  valley  at  the  foot  of  West  Mountain,  half  a 
century  ago,  was  a  dreary  swamp.  During  the  year  1838,  Mr,  Wm.  F.  Barnes  began  calcin- 
ing the  marble  found  here  into  quicklime.  Soon  the  idea  occurred  to  him  that  this  marble 
might  be  used  for  tombstones,  and  accordingly,  he  struck  a  bargain  for  this  barren,  swampy 
land,  including  a  portion  of  the  hill,  giving  in  exchange  an  old  horse,  worth  not  to  exceed 
$75.00.  This  same  barren  swamp  contained  nearly  all  of  the  famous  quarries  of  West  Rutland, 
and  Mr.  Barnes,  a  short  time  before  his  death  sold  the  same  for  $130,000.  The  West  Rut- 
land marbles  in  variety  of  color,  in  fineness  of  texture  and  in  durability  are  not  surpassed  by 
those  from  any  other  regions  of  the  United  States,  and  some  of  the  Rutland  marbles  are  fully 
equal  to  the  highest  grade  of  Italian  and  for  some  purposes  are  considered  superior.  The 
three  marble  companies  operating  in  West  Rutland  are  the  True  Blue  Company,  the  Vermont 
Marble  Company,  and  the  Sheldon  Marble  Company.  The  Vermont  Marble  Company  has 
recently  acquired  the  valuable  property  formerly  operated  by  Gibson  and  Woodfin,  and  conduct 
the    large    plant   of    that    firm     in    connection    with    their   works    at     Proctor    and     Center     Rutland. 

The  Valido  Marble  Company  has  a  quarry  at  West  Rutland,  and  mills  and  finishing  shops  at 
Fairhaven,  Vt.  The  Standard  Marble  Company  and  the  Esperanza  Marble  Company  also 
have  quarries  at  West  Rutland.  This  is  a  busy,  flourishing  village,  and  is  well  supplied  with 
railway  connections  and  has  abundant  water-power  for  manufacturing  purposes,  and  is  one 
of  the  growing  villages  of  the  state.  She  has  inexhaustible  wealth  in  her  mountains  and  en- 
ergy,   enterprise,    and   great   business    ability   characterize  her   citizens. 

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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF     WEST     RUTLAND. 


R.  H.  W ATKINS,  Stoves,  Ranges,  and  Hardware,  Tin,  Wooden 
and  Glass  Ware,  Wood  and  Iron  Pumps,  Lead  Pipe,  Sinks,  Etc.,  Etc. 
— A  record  of  unbroken  prosperity  extending  over  a  period  of 
twenty-five  years,  marks  the  history  of  the  well  and  favorably  known 
establishment  whose  name  stands  at  the  head  of  this  sketch,  and 
which  since  its  inception  has  maintained  an  enduring  hold  on  popu- 
lar favor  and  confidence  well  deserved,  while  the  house  fully  sus- 
tains to-day  its  old  time  reputation  for  reliable  goods  and  honorable 
dealing,  purchasers  and  patrons  being  always  assured  of  flrst-class 
work  and  satisfactory  treatment  in  this  well  ordered  emporium, 
which  is  one  of  the  leading  and  best  equipped  general  house  fur- 
nishing store  and  agricultural  specialty  stores  in  West  Rutland. 
The  business  was  established  more  than  twenty-five  years  ago  by 
Mr.  M.  Newton,  who  was  succeeded  by  Messrs.  Adams  &  Watkins 
in  1887.  After  the  decease  of  Mr.  Adams,  in  1888,  Mr.  Watkiiis 
assumed  the  control  and  has  since  conducted  the  business  with  unin- 
terrupted success.  The  premises  occupied  for  business  purposes 
comprise  three  floors,  2.5  x  50  feet  in  dimensions,  and  a  vast  and 
varied  stock  is  constantly  carried,  embracing  a  full  and  fine  line  of 
stoves,  ranges  and  heaters  of  every  description,  tin,  and  sheet-iron 
ware  of  all  kinds,  japanned  goods,  Britannia,  woodenware,  cutlery, 
glassware,  and  household  specialties  in  great  variety,  refrigerators, 
clothes  wringers,  kitchen  utensils,  farming  and  garden  tools,  grass 
seeds  and  kindred  products.  Particular  attention  is  given  to  repair- 
ing and  general  jobbing,  while  tin  roofing, .guttering,  etc.,  is  a  spe- 
cialty, and  altogether  a  large  and  flourishing  business  is  carried  on, 
the  trade  extending  throughout  the  town  and  surrounding  country. 
Several  expert  workmen  are  employed  and  all  orders  receive  prompt 
attention.  Mr.  Watkins  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  worked  for 
eight  years  as  a  clerk  in  New  York  previous  to  engaging  in  business 
'in  this  place.  He  is  a  member  of  the  F.  &.  A.  M.,  and  is  highly  re- 
garded in  the  community  for  his  industry  and  business  integrity. 


F.  A.  mORSE!,  Druggist.— The  establishment  over  which  Mr. 
F.  A.  Morse  presides,  is  known  as  one  of  the  most  enterprising  and 
reliable  drug  stores  in  West  Rutland.  It  is  a  fine  establishment, 
elaborate  and  attractive  in  all  its  appointments  and  arrangements. 
A  splendid  stock  of  goods  is  shown  in  every  branch  of  the  trade. 
The  business  was  established  by  Mr.  Morse  in  1867.  The  drug  store 
is  a  large  room  in  a  two-story  frame  building  owned  by  the  proprie- 
tor. In  one  end  of  the  building  is  a  fine  tenement  for  the  residence  of 
his  family.  Beside  the  drug  store,  there  is  one  room  in  the  building 
used  as  an  ofBce,  and  in  the  ell  is  a  large  room  devoted  to  the  sale  of 
school  books,  stationery,  toys,  wall  paper,  etc.  A  fine  and  superior 
assortments  of  drugs,  paints,  oils,  varnishes,  medicines,  pharmaceu- 
tical preparations,  etc.,  are  supplied  from  the  most  reputable 
sources,  and  are  selected  with  special  reference  to  strength  and 
freshness.  In  toilet  goods,  perfumery  and  fancy  articles,  the  enter- 
prise of  the  proprietor  has  placed  within  the  reach  of  his  customers 
the  best  that  can  be  obtained  of  both  domestic  and  foreign  produc- 
tion. The  house  is  perfectly  equipped  for  its  specialty  of  prescrip- 
tions, and  as  all  details  of  the  business  are  under  the  personal 
supervision  of  the  proprietor,  the  utmost  accuracy  is  invariably 
assured.  A  competent  force  of  clerks  and  salesmen  give  prompt 
attention  to  those  general  duties  that  make  communication  with  the 
house  both  pleasant  and  profitable.  A  large  and  influential  trade 
has  been  established,  and  Mr.  Morse  will  merit  all  the  success  he 
may  achieve.  He  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  a  member  of  the  F.  & 
A.  M.,  and  is  eminently  popular  with  all  his  patrons.  Mr.  Morse  is 
also  interested  in  a  granite  quarry,  which  is  now  being  opened  on 
Bird  Mountain  and  is  destined  to  prove  a  valuable  industry  to  West 
Rutland. 

E.  H.  WHITE,  Watches,  Jewelry,  Silver  and  Plated  Ware, 
Spectacles,  Musical  Instruments,  Guns,  Revolvers,  Etc. — The  steady 
and  substantial  growth  of  material  wealth,  advance  in  refinement  and 
culture  in  the  United  States  during  the  last  quarter  of  a  century 
have  developed  a  corresponding  demand  for  rich  and  rare  gems,  and 
those  articles  that  beautify  and  adorn  the  person  as  well  as  those 
that  contribute  to  the  pleasures  and  comforts  of  life.  A  prominent 
representative,  and  thoroughly  reliable  house  engaged  in  this  line  of 
trade  in  West  Rutland,  maintaining  a  most  enviable  reputation  for 
handling  only  flrst-class  goods  and  straightforward  dealings  is  that 
of  Mr.  E.  H.  White,  dealer  in  watches,  jewelry,  silver  and  plated 


ware,  etc.  Mr.  White  is  a  native  of  this  state  and  his  early  days,  till 
twentj'-four  years  of  age,  were  spent  in  farming  in  Ira,  Vt.  He  has 
been  a  resident  of  West  Rutland  for  a  number  of  years,  and  brings 
a  wide  range  of  experience  into  this  line  of  trade,  having  been  previ- 
ously engaged  in  it  in  Rutland  six  years  with  Ben  K.  Chase  and  in 
Woodstock  and  Burlington.  He  came  to  this  village  and  bought  out 
Mr.  S.  P.  Giddings,  1875,  and  took  control  as  owner  of  this  establish- 
ment on  his  own  account,  and  its  record  from  the  start  has  been  one 
of  continuous  prosperity  and  constantly  increasing  popularity.  His 
store  is  amply  spacious,  commodious  and  very  neatly  fitted  up. 
while  every  convenience  is  provided  for  the  attractive  display  of  his 
fine  assortment  of  goods,  and  their  inspection  by  patrons.  The  stock 
embraces  a  splendid  line  of  fine  gold  and  silver  American  and 
European  watches  in  all  the  latest  styles;  rare  and  precious  gems 
mounted  in  the  most  exquisite,  original  and  unique  designs, 
wedding,  engagement,  and  souvenir  rings,  ear  rings,  pendants, 
brooches,  bracelets,  bangles,  watch  chains,  charms,  lockets,  shawl 
and  scarf  pins,  collar  and  cuff  buttons,  art  novelties  for  use 
and  ornament  in  gold,  silver  and  bronze;  solid  silver  and  plated 
wares,  French,  Swiss  and  American  clocks,  eyeglasses,  spectacles 
and  other  optical  goods;  small  musical  instruments,  musical  mer- 
chandise, a  specialty  being  made  of  fine  violin,  guitar  and  other 
strings,  etc.  He  also  carries  a  fine  line  of  rifles,  fowling  pieces, 
revolvers,  pistols,  all  of  the  latest  improved  patterns,  cartridges  of 
all  calibres  and  ammunition,  etc.  The.se  goods  bear  evidence  of 
having  been  most  carefully  selected  and  cannot  fail  to  meet  the 
wants  of  a  flrst-class  trade,  as  they  are  offered  at  lowest  prices  and 
guaranteed  to  be  just  as  represented.  A  specialty  is  the  repairing 
of  flne  watches,  clocks,  jewelry  and  engraving,  and  all  work  done 
here  is  warranted  to  give  satisfaction.  Mr.  White  is  an  enterprising, 
reliable  gentleman  of  excellent  business  ability,  courteous  and  affa- 
ble in  his  biisiness  and  social  intercoiu'se,  and  justly  merits  the  suc- 
cess he  has  achieved  by  his  industry  and  well  directed  efforts. 

F.  FISH,  Fine  Family  Groceries,  Etc.,  and  General  Merchandise. 
--In  looking  over  the  various  conmiercial  industries  of  a  thriving 
and  enterprising  business  center  like  that  of  West  Rutland,  there  is 
none  more  deserving  of  consideration  than  those  engaged  in  hand- 
ling the  staple  necessaries  of  life,  and  flrst  in  importance  ranks  the 
grocer.  A  prominent,  prosperous  and  ably  conducted  establishment 
devoted  to  this  line  of  trade  in  West  Rutland  and  maintaining  a  very 
enviable  reputation  for  handling  only  first-class  goods,  and  straight- 
forward business  dealings  is  that  of  Mr.  F.  Fish,  dealer  in  firie  family 
groceries.  This  enterprising  and  popular  young  man  is  a  native  of 
this  state,  and  a  resident  here  for  several  years,  and  desirous  of 
engaging  in  active  business  on  his  own  account  he  purchased  this 
old  stand  which  has  been  used  for  mercantile  purposes  for  over  a 
hundred  years,  from  Mr.  W.  H.  Woodward  in  1887;  and  carefully 
restocking  it  with  a  fine  assortment  of  goods  soon  built  up  a  very 
large  and  influential  trade  that  is  constantly  increasing.  The  prem- 
ises utilized  comprise  two  very  spacious  and  commodious  floors, 
each  25  x  90  feet  in  dimensions,  very  neatly  and  attractively  fltted  up 
and  provided  with  every  convenience  for  tiie  successful  prosecution 
of  the  business.  The  stock  carried  is  always  full  and  complete,  and 
embraces  everything  in  the  hue  of  choice  staple  and  fancy  groceries, 
such  as  are  absolutely  pure  and  fresh,  new  crop  young  Hyson, 
gunpowder,  imperial,  Japan,  Souchong,  Oolong,  English  breakfast 
and  other  teas;  choice  Mocha,  Java,  Rio  and  other  coffees,  cocoas, 
chocolates  and  spices;  best  brands  of  hermetically  sealed  goods  in 
tin  and  glass,  sauces,  relishes,  condiments,  table  delicacies,  foreign 
and  domestic  fruits;  sugars,  syrups  and  molasses;  best  family  flour, 
fancy  cereal  and  farinaceous  foods,  choice  dairy  and  fancy  cream- 
ery butter  and  cheese,  fresh  laid  eggs,  lard,  farm  and  garden  pro- 
duce; salt  and  smoked  meats  and  fish:  popular  brands  of  cigars  and 
tobaccos;  bakers  and  laundry  supplies;  pails,  tubs,  brooms  and  kin- 
dred household  supplies,  and  in  fact,  everything  usually  found  in  a 
well  regulated  house  of  this  charaater.  The  goods  sold  here  are 
noted  for  their  purity,  uniform  excellence  and  extremely  low  prices, 
and  the  store  is  a  model  of  neatness  and  cleanliness.  Polite  assist- 
ants serve  patrons,  and  goods  are  delivered  at  residences  in  the  town 
free  of  charge.  Mr.  Fish  is  a  popular,  enterprising  and  pleasant 
young  man,  reliable,  prompt  and  honorable,  and  enjoys  the  confi- 
dence of  all  with  whom  he  has  any  dealings,  and  well  deserves  the 
sticcess  attained. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

BRANDON. 


J^l^^M'  H I S    delightfully   situated    village    was    ciiartercd    Neshobe,    October   20,    1761,   and   retained 
this    name   for   twenty-three    years,    while    an     act    of    the    legislature,    confirming    the    or- 
^':W^     ganizalion    of    the    town,    and    changing    the    name    to    Brandon,    was     passed     October    20, 
1784.       The    name     Brandon    is     supposed     to     be    a     corruption     of     "Burnt-town"     which 
was   derived    from    the    fact   of    the   town    having   at    one    time    been    visited    by    the    Indians, 
who    massacred   some    of   the    inhabitants    and    burned     their    dwellings.     The    settlement    of 
towns    in    this     state,     especially    on     the    west     side     of     the       mountains,     which       commenced      at 


the  southern  extremity  of  the  state,  progressed  northward  from  town  to  town  with  considerable 
regularity  in  the  order  of  time.  A  similar  order  of  time  is  observed  in  the  issuing  of  patents 
with  the  exception  of  the  town  of  Bennington,  which  was  chartered  in  1749,  and  there  was  an 
interval    of   twelve   years    before    any    town    north    of    it    received   a     patent.         The    first    settlement 

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IXDUSTKIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


made  in  Brandon  was  in  October,  1772,  and  there  were,  at  this  time,  nine  other  towns  in  this. 
county   in    which   settlements  had     been    made.  The    first   white   man    that    ever    spent    a   winter 

in  Brandon  was  Amos  Cutler,  a  single  man  from  Hampton,  Ct.,  who,  in  October,  1772,  made 
an  opening  and  built  a  cabin  which  he  occupied  alone  during  the  following  winter.  One  of 
the  early  settlers  whose  name  has  been  intimately  associated  with  the  town  of  Brandon  for  the 
last  half  century  is  Mr.  John  Conant,  who,  in  1820  erected  the  furnace  in  the  village,  the 
first  blast  of  which  was  made  in  October  of  that  year.  To  this  establishment  long  and 
familiarly  known  as  "  Conant's  Furnace,"  is  this  village  chiefly  indebted  for  the  impetus  then- 
given,  and  for  its  continuous  growth  and  prosperity.  He  was  very  active  in  all  public  meas- 
ures for  the  improvement  of  the  place,  and  where  money  was  required  his  zeal  was  prominently 
exhibited  in  his  liberal  contributions.  He  represented  the  town  four  times  in  legislative  halls 
and  was  its  first  postmaster  after  the  office  was  moved  to  the  village.  He  was  one  of  the 
electors  when  VVm.  H.  Harrison  \va3  chosen  President. 
Brandon    is   very 

PLEASANTLY  SITUATED. 

on  Mill  River,  a  tributary  to  Otter  Creek,  and  enjoys  good  water  privileges  and  other  facili- 
ties for  making  it  a  busy  town.  Some  of  the  most  valuable  marble  quarries  of  the  slate 
have  recently  been  opened  here.  Iron,  manganese,  kaolin,  paint  pigments,  etc.  are  found  here. 
A  singular  freak  in  the  geological  formation  of  the  town  is  the  "frozen  well,"  wherein  ice  may 
be  found,  during  the  entire  season.  It  was  dug  in  1858,  and  is  located  a  little  southwest  of 
the  village.  After  sinking  twenty  feet  through  the  soil,  the  workmen  came  to  frozen  earth, 
consisting    of    coarse    gravel,    rounded    pebbles,    and    lumps    of    clear    ice    from    the     size     of     an     egg 


BKANDOX,     VERMONT.  81 

to  that  of  a  twelve-pound  cannon-ball.  This  frozen  stratum  is  about  fifteen  feet  thick.  Bran- 
don is  a  very  attractive  village  with  unusually  wide  streets,  abundant  shade  and  delightful  sur- 
roundings. The  town  has  two  first-class  hotels  fitted  up  with  all  modern  improvements 
and  possessing  all  the  comforts  and  conveniences  which  the  summer  boarder  or  transient  guest 
may  require.  Near  here  is  Lake  Dunmore,  five  miles  long,  one  mile  wide,  and  covering  a 
territory  of  1,400  acres.  On  its  bank  is  a  large  hotel  which  is  liberally  patronized  by  sum- 
mer  boarders    and   excursionists. 

Brandon,  according  to  the  census  of  1890  has  a  population  of  3,280.  It  has  two  banks, 
the  First  National  and  Brandon  National.  There  are  five  churches,  Baptist,  Congregational, 
Episcopal,    Methodist,    and    Roman    Catholic. 

The  graded  school  system  is  in  vogue  here,  and  under  the  able  management  and  instruction 
of  Prof.  Butcher  and  his  accomplished  assistants,  has  attained  the  highest  success.  That  these 
schools  are  unsurpassed  by  those  of  any  village  of  its  size  is  not  saying  too  much.  Many  families 
are  influenced  to  take  up  a  residence  here  by  the  advantages  offered  by  the  public  schools,  and 
well  they  may,  for  no  interest  lies  nearer  the  welfare  of  any  community,  and  nothing  indicates 
more  clearly  the  thrift  and  intelligence  of  the  people  than  their  care  of  the  matters  of  educa- 
tion, and  in  her  system  of  public  schools,  Brandon  may  well  feel  no  small  degree  of  pride,  for 
to  these  schools,  she  must  ever  look  in  the  future,  as  in  the  past,  for  the  development  of  the 
truest    and   noblest   types   of   citizenship. 

AS  A  PLACE  OF  RESIDENCE. 

the  village  of  Brandon  possesses  all  the  elements  of  accessibility,  health,  educational  facilities, 
and  social  and  religious  advantages  in  the  highest  degree.  It  is  known  as  a  commercial 
rather  than  a  manufacturing  center,  and  its  trade  is  rapidly  increasing.  A  large  extent  of  ter- 
ritory, densely  populated  and  rich  in  agricultural  resources,  has  long  been  tributary  to  this 
place.  The  eflfect  of  this  is  to  bring  Brandon  prominently  forward  as  a  commercial  town  and 
in  the  grand  rivalry  among  the  villages  of  the  state  for  commercial  power  and  wealth  and 
securing  an  industrial  population  the  chances  for  Brandon  are  daily  brightening.  The  capital 
employed  in  merchandising  in  Brandon  is  large,  the  lines  of  industry  are  varied  and  the  enter- 
prise is  a  growing  one.  As  a  class  the  merchants  are  conservative,  and  "fair  dealing"  is 
their  motto.  This  village  possesses  the  monopoly  of  the  retail  trade  for  quite  an  extent  of 
country  and  few  villages  of  its  size  in  the  state  can  boast  of  more  elegant  business  blocks,  or 
larger  or  better  selected  stocks  of  goods.  Its  location  is  very  desirable  and  its  eligibility  as  a 
place  of  residence  has  exerted  a  powerful  influence  in  the  development  of  its  resources.  Its 
streets  are  regularly  laid  out  and  well  shaped,  and  its  private  residences  and  public  buildings 
present   a   handsome    appearance. 

BKANDON  NATION  All  BANK.— In  the  Brandon  National  management  this  bank  is  doing  a  large  and  safe  business,  all  its 
Bank  this  community  has  a  substantial  and  successfully  conducted  movements  being  marked  by  prudence,  caution  and  honorable  busi- 
institution,  which  has,  by  its  sound  and  liberal  methods,  largely  ness  methods,  and  it  is  generally  recognized  as  one  of  those  solid, 
aided  the  development  of  the  various  mercantile  and  manufacturing  ably  conducted  institutions  that  reflect  credit  alike  upon  their  ofH- 
interests  in  its  special  territory.  It  was  incorporated  in  1864,  with  a  cers  and  the  community  where  their  influence  is  felt.  Its  last  state- 
capital  stock  of  $200,000,  and  is  officered  as  follows,  viz.:  president,  ment,  made  Oct.  2,  1890,  shows  a  surplus  fund  of  $12,900.00;  undi- 
E.  D.  Thayer;  vice-president,  Cyrus  Jennings;  cashier,  W.  F.  Scott;  vided  profits,  $5,643.44;  individual  deposits,  $42,103.64.  Its  executive 
directors,  E.  D.  Thayer,  Cyrus  Jennings,  E.  C.  Thompson,  Ed.  D.  officers  are  gentlemen  with  whom  it  is  always  a  pleasure  to  do  busi- 
Thayer.  The  banking  rooms  of  the  institution  are  centrally  located  ness.  Prompt,  obliging  and  efficient  in  all  their  dealings  with  the 
at  the  corner  of  Center  and  Park  streets,  occupying  the  ground  floor  public  they  are  naturally  popular,  and  uphold  the  credit  of  the  bank 
of  a  handsome  brick  building,  and  are  spacious  in  size,  elegantly  in  both  financial,  commercial  and  social  life.  The  president,  Mr. 
appointed  and  provided  with  improved  safes  and  vaults  insuring  the  Thayer,  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  for  many  years  a  prominent 
greatest  security.  A  general  banking  business  is  transacted,  includ-  citizen  of  Brandon  and  closely  identified  with  its  growth  and  devel- 
ing  the  receiving  of  deposits,  the  discounting  of  approved  commer-  opment,  whlie  he  is  also  president  of  the  State  Bank  at  Clyde,  Kan- 
cial  paper,  the  collection  of  drafts,  and  the  dealing  in  flrst-class  se-  sas.  The  vice-president,  Mr.  Jennings,  resides  in  the  neighboring 
curities  of  all  kinds.  From  its  inception  this  bank  has  retained  the  village  of  Hortonville,  and  is  president  of  the  Vermont  Investment 
confidence  of  the  public  in  a  marked  degree.  Its  founders  were  men  and  Guarantee  Company  and  a  member  of  the  state  senate  of  1890- 
whohad  the  rare  foresight  to  recognize  the  possibilities  of  such  an  91.  The  cashier,  Mr.  Scott,  is  a  native  of  Barre,  Vt. ;  has  served  as 
institution  and  they  laid  the  foundations  sufficiently  strong  and  deep  town  treasurer  for  a  number  of  years,  is  a  notary  public,  a  member 
to  bear  any  superstructure  that  time,  experience  and  wealth  might  of  the  F.  &  A.  M.,  and  a  young  man  of  large  and  extended  business 
rear.  They  builded  well,  and  their  successors  have  been  eminently  experience  as  a  financier  and  of  wide  acquaintance  and  eminent 
worthy  of  the  succession.    Under  its  present  wise  and  conservative  popularity. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


BRANDON    OTANUFACTURING    COOTPANY.— This 

brief  sketch  of  the  Brandon  Manufacturing  Company  introduces  to 
our  readers  a  concern  of  wide  celebrity,  ranking  first  in  quality  as 
manufacturers  of  and  wholesale  dealers  in  marble  and  granite  mon- 
uments, and  second  to  few  in  this  section  as  regards  volume  of  pro- 
duction. Their  trade  is  local,  surburban  and  country-wide;  its 
radius  ever  enlarging,  its  wares  eminently  popular  with  buyers  and 
in  large  demand  wherever  once  introduced.  This  company  estab- 
lished their  business  here  in  1888,  and  handle  both  Italian,  Brandon, 
Florentine  and  Rutland  marble,  besides  dealing  at  wholesale  in  all 
kinds  of  marble  and  granite  monuments,  plumbers'  slabs,  wain- 
scots, tiling,  etc.  They  own  eleven  acres  of  quarry  land  on  the 
Neshobee  River,  where  they  work  fourteen  men  in  the  business  of 
quarrying  marble,  and  their  quarries  are  provided  with  steam  drills 
and  the  latest  improvements  known  to  the  industry.  They  operate 
large  polishing  and  finishing  shops  on  Center  Street,  comprising 
one  building  40  x  160  feet  andanother  40  x  40  feet,  and  which  are  sup- 
plied with  gang  saws  for  sawing  marble,  and  every  modern  appli- 
ance for  molding,  polishing  and  finishing  both  marble  and  granite, 
operated  by  steam  and  water  power  combined,  to  the  extent  of  125 
horse-power,  and  employment  is  here  given  to  forty  skilled  and  ex- 
pert workmen.  Fabrication  of  monumental  work  has  become  an 
art  requiring  originality  of  conception,  technical  training,  patient 
endeavor,  intelligent  application  and  the  very  acme  of  expert  work- 
manship to  secure  an  artistic  totality  of  admirable  and  enduring 
qualities.  To  fully  meet  these  essential  requisites,  the  efforts  of  this 
company  are  unremitting.  Purity  and  originality  of  design,  excel- 
lence in  material  and  workmanship,  are  the  aims  of  the  manage- 
ment, and  all  work  proves  as  represented,  is  guaranteed  in  every 
respect,  and  every  statement,  expressed  or  implied,  in  letter  and 
spirit  is  substantiated.  The  fullest  extent  of  artistic  possibility  has 
signalized  their  many  productions,  and  their  well-tested  merits, 
marked  appreciation  by  the  trade  throughout  all  the  eastern  states, 
is  their  best  recommendation,  their  only  needed  endorsement.  A 
corps  of  expert  salesmen  represent  the  interests  of  the  house  upon 
the  road,  and  orders  are  guaranteed  prompt  and  perfect  fulfilment 
in  all  cases.  The  proprietors  of  this  enterprise  are  Messrs.  T.  J.  and 
W.  V.  Johnstone,  father  and  son.  The  former  was  born  in  England, 
came  to  Canada  in  1862,  and  settled  in  Burlington,  Vt.  in  1880,  where 
he  had  the  management  of  the  works  of  the  Burlington  Manufactur- 
ing Company  for  seven  years.  The  son  was  also  born  in  England, 
and  came  to  this  country  when  an  infant.  Both  are  artistic  work- 
men who  can  embody  and  produce  the  conceptions  of  their  brain  by 
their  own  skilled  handicraft,  and  they  combine  ripe  experience  and 
disting^uished  enterprise  to  form  a  company  of  commanding  influ- 
ence, wide  popularity  and  solid  worth. 


salesroom,  lighted  with  electric  lights  and  fitted  up  with  all  modern 
appliances.  He  is  a  native  of  Bakersfield,  Vt.,  and  came  to  Brandon 
in  1888.  He  was  in  the  employ  of  a  dry  goods  firm  in  St.  Albans  for 
eight  years  previous  to  establishing  himself  in  business.  He  is  a 
young  man  of  energy  and  determination,  thoroughly  devoted  to  the 
demands  of  the  industry  he  follows,  and  highly  esteemed  for  his 
sterling  integrity  and  personal  honor. 


WlIiSON  D.  NUTTING,  Dry  Goods,  Park  St.— A  progressive 
and  popular  dry  goods  house  is  here  given,  and  one  that  in  the  space  of 
three  years  has  advanced  to  a  most  important  position  in  the  trade. 
The  business  was  inaugurated  in  1888  by  the  present  proprietor, 
who  purchased  of  Messrs.  C.  H.  Ross  &  Co.,  a  branch  of  their  busi- 
ness consisting  of  staple  and  fancy  goods.  The  premises  occupied 
comprise  one  floor,  40  x  97  feet  in  dimensions;  five  experienced 
clerks  are  constantly  employed  and  the  store  is  one  of  the  most 
attractive  features  of  the  neighborhood,  and  is  a  favorite  resort  for 
great  numbers  who  receive  in  their  estimation,  better  satisfaction, 
both  in  service  and  prices  than  can  be  obtained  in  any  similar  con- 
cern in  town.  A  very  large  and  diversified  stock  is  carried,  embrac- 
ing dry  goods  and  notions  and  all  those  kindred  articles  that  lend 
such  charm  and  variety  to  the  assortments.  All  the  lines  are  com- 
plete and  fresh,  the  dress  goods,  silks,  shawls,  blankets,  white  and 
fancy  goods  being  particularly  rich.  Unrivalled  facilities  are  en- 
joyed for  procuring  the  latest  and  best  productions,  consignments 
reaching  the  house  direct  from  leading  manufacturers.  Purchases 
are  made  for  cash,  and  in  consideration  of  this  fact,  which  is  a  most 
important  item  to  the  producers  and  jobbers,  Mr.  Nutting  is  given 
the  benefit  of  exceptionally  favorable  prices,  which  explains  the 
reason  of  the  figures  which  he  quotes  being  lower  than  those  named 
elsewhere.  Both  a  large  wholesale  and  retail  business  is  transacted. 
The  prosperity  of  the  house  is  substantial  and  gratifying  and  the 
rapid  augmentation  of  the  trade  gives  abundant  promise  for  the 
future.  Mr.  Nutting  has  not  only  the  largest  and  finest  stock  of 
goods  in  town  but  has  a  nicely  finished  and  attractively  arranged 


H.  WL.  GIPSON,  Lumber,  Shingles,  Etc.— This  business  was 
established  by  Mr.  Isaac  Daro  over  twenty-five  years  ago,  and  he 
was  succeeded  by  Mr.  James  Knapp  in  1884.  The  present  proprietor 
succeeded  to  the  control  in  1885,  and  has  since  conducted  the  busi- 
ness in  a  highly  successful  manner.  He  enjoys  the  most  intimate 
relations  with  manufacturers  in  the  principal  lumber  producing  re- 
gions, and  advantages  are  given  to  patrons,  both  in  terms  and 
prices,  that  would  with  difficulty  be  found  elsewhere.  Every  facil- 
ity is  enjoyed  for  the  prompt  shipment  and  delivery  of  goods  and 
for  storage  purposes.  He  has  a  fine  office  on  Center  Street,  and  the 
spacious  yards  are  conveniently  located  on  Seminary  Street.  The 
stock  comprises  sash,  dooi-s,  blinds,  and  an  extended  line  of  wood- 
work, the  character  of  which  is  familiar  to  those  in  interest,  includ- 
ing as  it  does  all  the  standard  articles  demanded  by  the  carpenter, 
contractor,  builder  and  others.  These  are  found  here  in  great  quan- 
tity and  variety,  the  best  selected  materials  having  been  utilized  in 
every  case,  and  only  reliable  and  first-class  goods  are  ever  offered 
for  sale.  An  immense  stock  of  lumber  of  all  descriptions,  lath, 
shingles,  etc.,  is  carried,  a  good  assortment  of  all  grades  and  dimen- 
sions being  on  hand  at  all  times.  The  extraordinary  facilities  and 
resources  of  the  concern  enable  it  to  place  its  goods  on  the  market 
at  lower  prices  than  could  be  afforded  by  other  establishments  less 
favorably  situated.  Mr.  Qipson  is  a  native  of  Salisbury  and  came  to 
Brandon  in  1871.  He  was  engaged  in  mercantile  business  for  nine 
years  previous  to  establishing  this  business.  He  is  a  member  of  the 
F.  and  A.  M.  and  has  been  selectman  for  three  years.  He  is  the 
present  representative  in  the  state  legislature  from  this  place. 


F.  TW.  HUDSON,  Dentist,  Briggs  Block.— Prominent  among 
the  leading  dentists  of  Brandon,  maintaining  a  very  enviable  and 
widespread  reputation  for  superior  productions  and  skill,  is  Dr.  F. 
W.  Hudson.  He  has  had  a  practical  experience,  covering  a  period 
of  fifteen  years,  and  came  to  this  place  from  Blassachusetts,  where 
he  had  formerly  been  in  business,  and  in  1883  he  established  this  en- 
terprise in  Brandon  which  at  once  developed  a  verf  large  and  infiu- 
ential  patronage,  derived  principally  from  among  our  most  intelli- 
gent and  influential  citizens,  and  having  performed  some  of  the 
most  difficult  operations  in  dental  surgery  he  has  won  a  reputation 
for  thorough  skill  and  professional  ability,  which  places  him  among 
the  foremost  dentists  of  the  state.  His  office,  reception  and  operat- 
ing rooms  are  of  easy  access  and  very  attractively  appointed,  while 
in  the  operating  room  and  laboratory  will  be  found  all  the  latest  im- 
proved scientific  devices  and  mechanical  appliances  known  to  the 
profession  for  placing  the  patient  at  ease  while  undergoing  treat- 
ment, and  the  different  preparations  of  anassthetics  and  obtundents, 
etc.,  for  the  alleviation  of  pain  during  extraction  or  filling  of  teeth 
have  proved  in  his  hands  a  great  success.  Extraneous  matter  re- 
moved from  the  teeth,  and  diseased  gums  receive  skilful  and  success- 
ful treatment,  while  the  teeth  of  children  are  filled,  straightened  and 
properly  trained  in  their  growth.  His  artificial  work  is  of  the  high- 
est character,  and  teeth  are  made  and  inserted  either  singly  or  in 
sets  under  the  very  latest  improved  methods  either  on  gold,  silver, 
aluminum,  porcelain  or  vulcanized  plates,  or  by  the  bridging  and 
crown  processes.  Of  this  latter  work  he  has  made  a  successful  spe- 
cialty. Prices  are  exceedingly  reasonable.  Engagements  are  met 
promptly  and  polite  and  intelligent  assistants  are  in  constant  atten- 
dance. Dr.  Hudson  is  a  member  of  the  Vermont  State  Dental  Asso- 
ciation, an  Odd  Fellow  and  a  member  of  the  Sons  of  Veterans. 
Within  the  last  year  his  business  has  increased  to  such  an  extent 
that  he  has  found  it  necessary  to  obtain  the  assistance  of  a  compe- 
tent practitioner  in  the  person  of  C.  K.  Huntley,  D.M.D.,  a  graduate 
of  Harvard  University,  one  of  the  oldest  and  most  reliable  dental 
schools  of  the  world.  Dr.  Huntley  has  had  nearly  ten  years  of  expe- 
rience in  practical  office  and  college  work,  and  we  bespeak  for  him  a 
most  successful  career  in  his  connection  with  this  well  established 
office. 


BRANDON,     VERMONT. 


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FIRST  NATIONAIi  BANK  OF  BRANDOIV,  Hon. 
N.  T.  Sprague,  President,  F.  E.  Briggs,  Cashier.— The  history  of  the 
First  National  Bank  of  Brandon  verifies  the  well-established  fact 
that  a  great  financial  institution,  having  men  of  conservative  char- 
acteristics and  sound  judgment  at  the  helm  must  surely  become 
successful  and  prosperous.  This  bank  was  incorporated  in  1861,  and 
has  a  paid  up  capital  of  $150,000.  Its  president,  Hon.  Nathan  T. 
Sprague  of  Brooklyn,  N.  Y.,  was  born  in  Brandon,  a  son  of  the  first 
president  of  the  bank,  and  was  for  years  a  prominent  citizen  of  the 
town;  representing  it  in  the  state  legislature,  and  elected  by  the 
county  as  a  member  of  the  state  senate ;  while  he  was  ever  promi- 
nent in  every  good  word  and  work  for  the  promotion  of  the  welfare 
and  prosperity  of  the  village.  In  1880  he  removed  to  Brooklyn,  and 
there  organized  the  Sprague  National  Bank,  of  which  he  is  presi- 
dent, and  is  also  president  of  the  Brooklyn  Elevated  Railway  Com- 
pany. The  vice-president,  Hon.  Volney  Ross,  is  a  retired  merchant, 
has  been  a  member  of  the  state  legislature  and  long  prominent  in 
local  affairs.  The  cashier,  Mr.  F.  E.  Briggs,  is  a  native  of  Brandon, 
a  representative  in  the  state  legislature  of  1884,  and  has  served  as 
town  treasurer  for  a  number  of  years,  being  recognized  in  banking 
and  business  circles  as  an  expert  financier  and  a  safe,  reliable  young 
business  man.  The  First  National  does  a  regular  legitimate  banking 
business  in  deposits,  loans,  collections  and  exchange;  receives  ac- 
counts of  banks,  bankers,  manufacturers,  merchants  and  others  on 
the  most  favorable  terms;  remits  collections  at  the  lowest  rates, 
and  renders  thorough  satisfaction  to  all  its  customers.  Swinging  a 
heavy  capital,  controlled  by  founders  and  promoters  of  unques- 
tioned integrity  and  long-proved  ability,  it  has  not  only  proved  a 
pillar  of  strength  in  time  of  great  financial  necessity  and  fear,  but 
has  upheld  and  fostered  the  material  interests  of  the  entire  manu- 
facturing and  mercantile  community.  A  bank  so  long  established 
and  having  gone  so  far  in  its  career  with  ever-growing  success,  is 
of  course,  an  assured  permanency,  but  there  is  more  than  mere 
"  solidity,"  as  the  word  goes,  which  has  contributed  to  its  prosperity 
and  popularity.  Although  founded  upon  a  rock,  it  has  each  twelve 
months  been  raised  above  the  level  of  the  year  before.  It  is  not  per- 
vaded with  "  old  fogyism,"  but  has  in  every  particular  kept  abreast 
of  the  times.  Its  management  has  ever  been  characterized  by  that 
spirit  of  cautious  enterprise  and  vigorous  conservatism  which  marks 
out  new  paths  and  follows  them  surely.  These  are  among  the  great 
factors  that  produce  a  sound  and  healthy  bank.  The  most  convinc- 
ing proof,  however,  is  shown  by  the  fact  that,  with  a  capital  of 
$150,000,  it  has  ^accumulated  a  surplus  of  $100,000,  with  undivided 
profits  of  $8,330.93,  which  is  a  showing  hard  to  match. 

BRANDOIV  ITAIilAN  mARBIiE  COMPANY,  Quarry, 
Mill  and  Office  on  Central  Vermont  Railroad,  One  Mile  South  of 
Brandon  and  Fifteen  Miles  North  of  Rutland.— Limestone  and  white 
marble  are  plentiful  in  the  United  States,  particularly  in  Vermont, 
western  Massachusetts,  etc.  American  marbles  were  first  used  in 
making  busts  in  Philadelphia  in  1804.  The  Rutland  quarries  now 
supply  statuary  marbles  which  in  whiteness,  texture  and  purity  rival 
the  celebrated  marble  of  Carrara.  Several  of  the  statues  designed 
for  the  interior  of  the  Capitol  at  Washington  and  for  other  public 
buildings  in  other  parts  of  the  country  are  from  this  marble.  The 
working  of  the  Vermont  quarries  have  extended  some  forty  years, 
but  the  greatest  development  has  taken  place  in  the  last  twenty-five 
years.  Some  of  the  finest  American  variegated  marbles  are  from 
these  quarries.  A  well-known  and  prominent  company  engaged  in 
quarrying  marble  in  Brandon  is  the  Brandon  Italian  Marble  Com- 
pany, a  corporation  organized  in  May,  1887,  under  the  laws  of  the 
state  of  Vermont,  that  purchased  the  property  and  business  of  the 
Mutual  Marble  Company,  a  partnership  established  in  1885  and  com- 
posed of  some  of  the  owners  of  the  present  company,  under  the 
present  name,  in  1887.  They  own  a  large  quarry  and  give  employ- 
ment to  about  fifty  or  sixty  men  in  quarry,  mill  and  yard.  They 
have  steam  drills,  diamond  and  steel  gang  channeling  machinery 
and  all  the  latest  improved  machinery.  Their  extensive  mills  at  the 
quarries  are  120  feet  in  length  and  contain  twelve  large  gangs  of 
saws.  Marble  taken  from  the  quarries  is  sawed  into  shape  for  finish- 
ing, but  no  finishing  is  done  here.  They  have  an  engine  of  100  horse- 
power and  two  boilers  of  80  horse-power  each.  This  company 
have  the  finest  stock  of  marble  in  Brandon  and  its  trade  extends  over 
the  whole  United  States.    The  growth  since  the  establishment  of 


this  company  in  producing  marble  direct  from  this  magnificently 
managed  quarry  has  been  something  that  marks  an  epoch  in  the 
marble  business,  and  has  given  to  Vermont  one  of  her  noblest  indus- 
tries. Mr.  J.  P.  Upham,  the  president  of  the  company,  is  a  resident 
of  Claremont,  N.  H.  and  is  president  of  the  SuUivan  Machine  Com- 
pany of  that  place.  Mr.  J.  D.  Upham,  son  of  the  president,  is  a  resi- 
dent of  Brandon  and  is  treasurer  of  the  company.  The  business  of 
the  company  is  one  of  great  volume  and  is  increasing  annually  in 
extent. 


JAMES  li.  CAHEE,  Market  and  Grist  Mill,  Conant  Square. 
— We  could  perhaps  no  better  serve  a  large  number  of  our  readers 
than  by  calling  their  attention  to  the  old  established  and  flourish- 
ing business  of  Mr.  James  L.  Cahee,  the  well-known  proprietor  of  a 
meat  market  and  grist  mill  located  on  Conant  Square.  The  mill  is 
noted  as  being  the  first  mill  built  in  Brandon,  Mr.  John  Conant 
being  the  first  proprietor.  The  mill  is  a  two-story  structure  supplied 
with  abundant  water  power,  and  having  four  run  of  stone,  five 
water  wheels  and  a  large  elevator.  It  has  a  capacity  for  six  hun- 
dred bushels  of  grain  per  day.  The  mill  came  into  the  hands  of  the 
present  proprietor  in  1869,  who  has  since  conducted  the  business 
with  marked  success.  Probably  no  dealer  in  flour  and  grain  is 
better  or  more  favorably  known,  or  is  regarded  as  more  trustworthy 
and  experienced  than  Mr.  Cahee.  He  handles  the  best  qualities  of 
bran,  oats,  mill  feed  and  family  flour,  all  of  which  are  received 
direct  from  the  producer  in  large  invoices,  and  at  advantageous 
rates.  The  characteristics  which  regulate  the  business  policy  of  this 
house  are  such  as  to  entitle  it  to  universal  consideration,  while 
its  ample  resources  and  facilities  enable  the  proprietor  to  com- 
plete with  any  similar  house  in  town.  A  large  wholesale  and 
retail  trade  has  been  established  which  is  constantly  increasing. 
Mr.  Cahee  is  also  the  proprietor  of  a  meat  market  which  he  estab- 
lished in  1874.  He  employs  a  force  of  help  in  this  branch  of  his  busi- 
ness, sufficiently  large  to  meet  the  demands  of  the  trade  and  all 
orders  receive  prompt  attention  and  goods  are  delivered  free  of 
extra  charge.  The  market  is  handsomely  fitted  up  with  marble 
counters,  and  all  conveniences  for  the  storing  and  preservation  of 
meats.  He  also  keeps  a  large  stock  of  canned  goods,  fresh  butter, 
and  lard.  Mr.  Cahee  has  been  a  resident  of  this  town  the  past  sixty 
years,  has  held  the  office  of  selectman  six  years,  and  is  a  member  of 
the  F.  and  A.  M.  Everyone  desiring  goods  in  his  line  will  find  Mr. 
Cahee  a  most  honorable  and  pleasant  gentleman  with  whom  to  have 
dealings. 


E.  B.  HENDRY,  Livery  Stable,  Park  Street.— Mr.  Hendry  is 
a  native  of  this  town,  and  having  a  vride  range  of  experience  among 
horses,  and  thoroughly  familiar  with  their  requirements  and  treat- 
ment, he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  on  his  own  responsibility  in 
Forestdale,  this  town,  in  1878,  and  at  once  developed  a  very  large 
and  influential  trade,  which  increased  to  such  proportions  that  in  or- 
der to  meet  its  demands,  he  removed  to  the  present  location  in 
1887,  where  he  enjoys  better  facilities.  His  stable  is  of  ample 
dimensions,  admirably  arranged,  and  fitted  up  with  every  conveni- 
ence to  meet  all  requirements.  It  is  well  lighted,  ventilated,  and  thor- 
oughly drained,  and  has  ample  accommodations  for  a  large  number 
of  animals.  Horses  are  taken  to  board  by  the  day,  week  or  month, 
and  when  left  in  his  charge,  they  receive  most  careful  treatment  at 
the  hands  of  experienced  grooms,  while  the  provender  is  of  the  very 
best  quality,  and  bountifully  supplied.  He  also  keeps  a  fine  assort- 
ment of  splendid  horses,  gentle,  stylish,  good  roadsters,  and  reliable; 
also  a  good  supply  of  single  and  double  carriages,  top  and  open  bug- 
gies, Ught  wagons,  single  and  double  sleighs,  which  can  be  hired  at 
all  hours  of  the  day  or  night  for  business  or  pleasure,  with  or  with- 
out drivers,  on  the  most  reasonable  terms.  A  specialty  is  made  of 
turnouts,  for  funerals,  weddings,  balls,  parties,  excursions,  sleighing 
trips,  etc.,  and  the  service  furnished  is  ahvays  first  class.  He  also 
conducts  the  sale  and  exchange  of  horses,  carriages,  etc.,  on  the 
most  liberal  terms,  and  upon  the  most  honorable  conditions.  Mr. 
Hendry  is  a  very  pleasant  and  popular  man,  reliable  and  prompt,  and 
is  a  highly  respected  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.  Department  of  Ver- 
mont, having  enlisted  and  served  for  four  years  and  seven  months 
as  first  lieutenant  of  Company  B,  Seventh  Regiment  Vermont  Volun- 
teer Infantry,  during  the  war  of  the  Rebellion. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH     OF 


OEIORGE:  a.  CROSSMAN,  Druggist,  Center  Street.— No 
department  of  business  is  of  more  direct  value  and  importance  to 
the  community  at  large,  than  that  in  which  the  practical  pharmacist 
brings  to  bear  his  professional  skill  and  experience.  In  this  connec- 
tion special  direction  is  directed  to  the  establishment  of  George  A. 
Crossman.  This  concern  has  been  in  existence  since  1861,  when  it 
was  founded  by  R.  Forbes.  He  sold  out  to  Mr.  Crossman  in  1879; 
since  1865  the  location  of  the  house  has  been  on  the  present  site. 
The  premises  comprise  a  spacious  floor,  35  x  75  feet  in  dimensions, 
with  excellent  basement  facilities.  Four  assistants  are  employed 
all  told.  Here  is  always  to  be  found  a  complete  stock  of  pure,  fresh 
drugs  and  chemicals,  all  the  reliable  and  standard  family  medicines, 
and  proprietary  remedies  and  the  Jatest  novelties  in  perfumery, 
toilet  articles  and  fancy  goods  of  both  domestic  and  foreign  produc- 
tion. The  goods  are  selected  with  scrupulous  care  and  experienced 
judgment,  and  can  be  relied  upon  as  the  best  the  market  affords. 
The  prescription  department  is  perfect  in  evei-y  particular,  being 
fully  supplied  with  the  latest  improved  apparatus  and  appliances 
known  to  this  important  branch,  and  is  presided  over  by  Mr.  Crossman 
In  person,  whose  experience  and  ability  thoroughly  qualify  him  for 
compounding  physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  recipes  in  a  care- 
ful and  accurate  manner.  Mr.  Crossman  is  a  native  of  Massachu- 
setts and  removed  to  Brandon  in  1868.  He  is  highly  respected  here 
and  is  a  member  of  the  Massachusetts  college  of  pharmacy,  a  thirty- 
second  degree  Mason,  as  well  as  an  Odd  Fellow  in  high  standing. 

CHARIiSS  H.  ROSS,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Main  Street.— Among 
the  attractive  business  establishments  of  this  busy  trade  center  will 
be  found  that  of  Mr.  Charles  H.  Ross.  The  business  is  one  of  the 
oldest  established  in  this  vicinity,  enjoying  a  long  and  prosperous 
career,  and  commanding  a  permanent  trade  of  wide  and  extensive 
proportions.  The  house,  during  its  long  and  successful  career,  has 
undergone  the  usual  phases  incidental  to  the  life  of  a  leading  busi- 
ness concern.  It  was  first  established  in  1842  by  V.  Ross.  In  1850,  he 
admitted  E.  Ross  as  his  business  associate;  in  1863,  the  house  be- 
came Ross  &  Pitts,  and  in  1869  Charles  Ross  purchased  his  father's 
interest,  and  the  firm  remained  Ross  &  Pitts;  the  next  change  was 
in  1873,  when  the  firm  style  was  changed  to  Ross,  Pitts  &  Co. ;  in 
1876,  Ross,  Pitts  &  Copeland;  in  1879,  C.  H.  Ross  &  Co.  became  pro- 
prietors, and  continued  so  until  the  present  year,  when  Mr.  Ross  as- 
sumed sole  control.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  two  spacious 
floor  rooms,  each  30  x  70  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted  up  in  a  very  ap- 
propriate and  complete  manner  for  facilitating  the  operations  of  the 
house.  The  stock  carried  embraces  a  wide  variety  of  many  grades 
and  qualities  of  boot^,  shoes,  slippers  and  kindred  goods;  carpets  of 
foreign  and  domestic  importation,  glassware,  crockery,  wall  papers 
of  rich  design  and  varied  colors,  and  a  large  supply  of  lamps  and 
lamp  goods  of  every  description.  The  goods  are  attractively  dis- 
played, and  the  several  stocks  are  kept  replenished  from  time  to 
time,  as  occasion  demands,  with  new  and  seasonable  goods.  Mr. 
Ross  is  a  native  of  Brandon,  and  movas  in  the  best  circles  here.  He 
is  very  much  respected  in  this  community,  and  is  an  honored  mem- 
ber of  F.  and  A.  M. 

WARREN  F.  BALIiOlJ,  Briggs'  Block.— The  old  theory 
that  clothes  do  not  make  the  man  has  long  ago  been  exploded. 
Good  clothes  and  well  dressed  men  are  air  '^•'g  the  first  requisites 
that  a  man  is  expected  to  possess,  when  he  pays  a  business  call  to 
another  person.  If  he  is  not  dressed  well,  his  visit  loses  half  of  its 
force.  The  tailor  of  to-day  is  fully  able  to  meet  all  of  these  require- 
ments. A  most  successful  tailor  is  found  in  Mr.  Warren  F.  Ballou, 
of  Briggs'  Block,  in  Brandon.  Though  this  business  has  been  re- 
cently established,  in  1890,  Mr.  Ballou  is  recognized  as  the  leading 
tailor  in  Brandon.  He  occupies  large  and  neat  rooms  in  the  new 
handsome  Briggs'  Block,  and  devotes  his  time  to  the  making  of  cus- 
tom suits,  dress  suits,  coats,  trousers,  waistcoats,  top  and  great  coats 
for  the  leading  gentlemen  of  Brandon  and  vicinity.  Mr.  Ballou  is  a 
native  of  Walpole,  N.  H.,  and  came  to  Brandon  in  1890.  He  has 
proven  himself  a  practical  and  most  accomplished  tailor,  an  excel- 
lent cutter  and  fitter,  has  artistic  taste  and  style,  makes  his  suits  out 
of  the  best  material,  and  trims  them  with  the  richest  fabrics  and  lin- 
ings. Mr.  Ballou  has  given  his  personal  attention  to  the  business, 
and  by  constant  application,  has  arrived  at  a  most  satisfactory  stage 
of  success.  He  has  had  twenty-five  years'  experience  in  various 
parts  of  the  state,  is  an  upright,  honorable  business  man,  and  a  so- 
cial favorite. 


C.  W.  BRICtOS,  Hardware,  Center  Street.— Some  of  the  old- 
est houses  of  business  in  the  state  of  Vermont  are  found  in  Brandon, 
which  at  the  same  time  is  proud  to  say  that  she  has  some  of  the 
most  clever  moichants  in  New  England.  The  name  of  Mr.  C.  W. 
Briggs  may  be  found  in  this  list.  He  is  a  reliable,  successful,  hard- 
ware merchant,  who,  after  three  years  of  individual  business  experi- 
ence, and  many  more  years  of  co-partnership  duties,  stands  at  the 
head  of  his  calling.  He  is  one  of  the  Briggs  Bros.,  who  succeeded 
W.  Marshall  in  1867,  the  business  having  first  been  established  in  Ifrl.'j. 
Mr.  C.  W.  Briggs  became  sole  proprietor  in  1887.  He  has  three  floors, 
30  X  75  feet,  stocked  with  everything  known  to  the  retail  hardware 
trade,  and  employs  four  able  and  willing  clerks.  A  specialty  is  the 
repairing  of  hardware  and  tinware.  He  sells  Andes  stoves,  ranges, 
kitchen  furnishings,  furnaces,  stove  ware,  kettles,  boilers,  pans,  iron 
goods  used  in  housekeeping,  tinware,  pans,  tea-kettles,  basins,  etc., 
tools  of  all  sorts,  for  carpenters,  blacksmiths,  and  carriage  builders; 
builders'  supplies,  nails,  bolts,  screws,  hinges,  glass,  putty  and  oils. 
Mr.  Briggs  carries  only  the  best  of  stock,  and  deals  with  all  men  in 
an  upright  and  loyal  manner.  He  stands  high  in  business,  public 
and  social  life,  is  a  native  of  Salisbury,  Vt.,  a  member  of  the  F. 
and  A.  M.,  and  holds  the  high  public  office  of  selectman  and  poor 
master. 

C.  E.  SA VERY,  Fine  Groceries.- While  it  is  to  be  said  of  Eng 
land  that  her  people  are  a  race  of  shopkeepers,  it  is  said  that  the 
Americans  are  a  race  of  merchants,  a  distinction  with  perliaps  little 
difference  as  to  results,  but  the  Americans  have  a  more  refined  way 
of  going  about  it.  The  merchants  of  Brandon  are  among  her  high- 
est people,  notable  among  the  number  being  Mr.  C.  E.  Savery,  dealer 
in  choice  family  groceries  and  table  luxuries.  His  business  was 
originally  established  by  Kingsley  &  Savery,  succeeded  by  F.  W. 
Savery  &  Son ;  and  in  1885,  Mr.  C.  E.  Savery  became  the  sole  proprie- 
tor. He  occupies  a  floor,  20x75  feet,  elegantly  stocked  from  one 
end  to  the  other  with  the  choicest  of  goods.  His  customers  come 
from  the  first  families,  while  he  delivers  all  orders,  his  business 
being  done  strictly  on  a  cash  basis.  He  sells  fine  teas,  coffees,  sugar, 
spices,  flour,  butter,  eggs,  fresh  country  produce,  cheese,  vegetables, 
fruits  of  all  kinds,  apples,  pears,  grapes,  peaches,  oranges,  lemons, 
pineapples,  table  delicacies,  canned  fruits,  preserves,  pickles,  dried 
fruits,  the  finest  desserts,  such  as  nuts,  olives,  dressings,  etc.  Mr. 
Savery's  store  is  the  popular  headquarters  for  all  goods  that  are 
used  upon  the  tables  of  the  first  families.  He  makes  it  his  particular 
duty  to  see  that  everything  supplied  is  of  the  purest  quality,  and 
worthy  of  his  name  as  a  merchant.  Mr.  Savery  had  a  careful  train- 
ing for  a  mercantile  career,  having  been  a  salesman  in  a  Brand(>i) 
dry  goods  house  for  a  number  of  years,  before  embarking  in  busiKess 
independently.  He  is  an  honorable  man  of  affairs,  popular  in  public 
and  social  circles,  and  an  active  member  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F.  and  Ma- 
sonic fraternities.    He  was  born  in  Salisbury,  Vt. 

D.  F.  SEXTON,  Jewelers'  Supplies,  Center  Street.— Some  of 
the  largest  houses  engaged  in  this  line  are  found  in  New  England. 
Brandon  with  pride  claiming  an  extensive  dealer  in  Mr.  D.  F.  Sexton. 
His  is  a  very  old  trade,  and  is  now  located  on  Center  Street,  the  busi- 
ness having  been  established  in  1868  by  Sexton  &  Whitiker.  In  1870. 
the  firm  was  succeeded  by  D.  F.  Sexton;  in  1888  it  became  Sexton  & 
Briggs,  and  in  1890,  Mr.  D.  F.  Sexton  became  the  sole  proprietor. 
He  deals  in  watches,  chains,  diamonds,  silver  and  plated  ware,  spec- 
tacles, eye  glasses,  sewing  machines,  oils,  etc.,  and  gives  prompt  at- 
tention to  the  repairing  of  watches  and  sewing  machines.  Mr. 
Sexton's  premises  include  an  entire  fioor,  heavily  stocked  with  goods 
for  the  retail  trade.  He  has  one  of  the  most  handsome  and  attrac- 
tive stores  in  this  city,  and  makes  a  beautiful  show  case  and  window 
display  of  his  goods.  He  carries  every  make  of  gold  and  silver 
watches,  key  and  stem  winders,  chains  of  all  patterns,  rings,  brace- 
lets, diamond  jewelry,  rings,  brooches  and  ear  rings,  sleeve,  collar 
and  cuff  buttons  and  links  in  gold  and  silver,  all  of  the  precious 
stones,  emeralds,  rubies,  sapphires,  garnets,  pearls,  etc.,  gold  and 
metal  spectacles,  and  ladies'  and  gentlemen's  ornaments  of  every 
description.  He  handles  every  make  of  sewing  machines,  and  guar- 
antees satisfaction.  The  quality  of  his  goods  is  the  best  that  can  be 
found  in  gold,  silver  and  diamonds.  He  was  engaged  in  the  jewelry 
business  twelve  years  in  the  southern  part  of  the  state,  and  is  also 
interested  in  real  estate  in  the  west.  He  came  to  this  city  in  186.S 
from  Whiting.    His  native  place  is  Orwell. 


BRANDON,     VERMONT, 


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FRANK  H.  GRimES,  Photographer,  Main  Street.— One 
of  the  best  known  and  most  popular  galleries  in  this  city  will  be 
found  in  the  Paige  Block,  owned  and  managed  by  Mr.  Frank  H. 
Orimes.  The  business  was  established  in  1870,  by  J.  P.  Games,  and 
has  passed  through  several  changes  in  proprietorship  since  then. 
It  has  been  successively  conducted  by  S.  Capen,  S.  S.  Smith,  J.  and 
G.  L.  Parker,  J.  O.  Philips,  A.  E.  G.  Fuller,  and  finally  Mr.  Grimes 
assumed  control  last  year.  The  spacious  gallery,  studio  and  recep- 
tion rooms,  comprising  six  apartments  in  all  on  the  second  floor,  are 
tastefully  arranged,  finely  furnished  and  fitted  up  with  all  the  latest 
improved  apparatus  and  appliances  for  making  pictures.  Besides 
being  a  first-class  photographer  for  every  variety  of  pictures,  Mr. 
Grimes  also  makes  a  si)ecialty  of  crayon  portraits,  oil  portraits, 
water  colors  and  India  ink  work.  Mr.  Grimes  is  a  thoroughly  expe- 
rienced and  expert  photographer,  and  is  prepared  to  do  work  of 
every  description  in  his  line  in  the  very  best  style  and  at  the  lowest 
prices,  perfect  satisfaction  being  warranted  and  first-class  work 
assured.  Mr.  Grimes  is  a  native  of  New  York  and  came  to  Vermont 
in  1863.  He  was  formerly  engaged  in  the  same  line  of  business  in 
Rutland  for  two  years,  and  enjoys  a  wide-spread  reputation  both  in 
commercial  and  social  circles. 

CARR  &  SON,  Contractors  and  Builders.— No  trade  is  of 
greater  importance  in  city  or  country  than  that  of  the  carpenter  and 
builder,  and  in  this  line,  the  firm  of  Messrs.  Carr  &  Sons,  takes  front 
rank.  The  business  was  originally  established  in  1863,  and  its  history 
from  its  inception  has  been  one  of  continued  success.  A  large  force 
of  men  are  constantly  employed  and  many  large  and  handsome 
business  blocks  and  elegant  private  residences  have  been  built  by 
them  in  different  parts  of  the  state.  They  make  a  specialty  of  mov- 
ing buildings,  and  have  a  large  practice  in  this  line  all  through  New 
England.  All  their  work  is  done  in  the  most  thorough  and  complete 
manner.  They  adhere  strictly  to  specifications,  and  have  achieved 
an  enviable  reputation  among  the  leading  architects,  real  estate  men 
and  private  property  owners.  The  members  of  the  firm  are  noted 
for  their  practical  skill  and  experience,  and  have  every  facility  at 
command  and  old  established  influential  connections.  The  individ- 
ual members  of  the  firm,  Messrs.  C.  W.,  E.  G.,  W.  C.  and  B.  A.  Carr 
are  all  natives  of  Brandon.  Mr.  C.  W.  Carr  was  four  years  in  the 
4th  Vermont  regiment  during  the  late  war  and  was  ten  months  in 
several  different  prisons.  He  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and 
the  G.  A.  R.  Mr.  E.  G.  Carr  is  a  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.  and  served 
nine  months  in  Company  G,  12th  Vermont  regiment.  Mr.  B.  A. 
Carr  is  a  member  of  the  Sons  of  veterans  and  is  first  lieutenant  of 
the  National  Guard.  All  four  gentlemen  are  enterprising,  possessed 
of  excellent  business  qualities  and  are  highly  respected  in  social 
and  business  circles. 


OEO.  RRIGGS,  Insurance,  Center  Street. — This  popular  and 
enterprising  gentleman  is  well  known  throughout  the  entire  state 
and  has  occupied  several  important  public  positions,  some  of  which 
he  fills  at  the  present  writing.  Graduating  at  Hobart  College,  New 
York  State,  class  of  '66,  he  established  himself  here  in  this  line  of 
business  in  connection  with  that  of  attorney  and  counsellor  at  law, 
and  from  the  start  has  enjoyed  a  most  substantial  and  influential 
patronage.  He  gives  his  personal  attention  to  the  various  branches 
of  his  business,  and  is  the  authorized  agent  of  such  old  and  res- 
ponsible insurance  companies  as  the  ^tna,  of  Hartford,  Conn. ;  the 
Home  Fire  Insurance  Co.,  of  New  York;  the  Insurance  Co.,  of 
North  America;  the  Phcenix,  of  Hartford,  Conn.,  the  Niagara,  of 
New  York;  the  Vermont  Mutual;  the  Northern,  of  London,  etc.  He 
is  prepared  to  place  risks  to  any  amount  on  insurable  properties  in 
any  of  the  foregoing  companies  at  the  lowest  rates  consistent  with 
absolute  security,  and  all  damages  are  promptly  adjusted  and  paid 
without  any  legal  complications.  In  addition  to  his  legal  and  insur- 
ance business  he  is  a  director  of  the  National  Life  Insurance  Co.,  of 
Montpeher;  a  director  of  the  Rutland  Savings  Bank;  a  director  of 
the  Vermont  JIutual  Fire  Insurance  Co.,  and  Vermont  Investment 
and  Guarantee  Co.,  of  Orwell,  Vt.  He  has  been  town  clerk  for  a 
quarter  of  a  century,  clerk  of  the  Fire  Department  for  twenty -nine 
years,  and  treasurer  of  the  Cemetery  Association  for  twenty  years, 
and  in  addition  to  these  important  duties  was  a  member  of  the  legis- 
lature representing  Brandon  in  1880,  and  a  member  of  the  State  Sen- 
ate in  1888. 


MANCHESTER  &  SPOONKR,  Druggists,  Park  Street.— 
The  inception  of  this  relialile  enterprise  occurred  some  forty  years 
ago,  the  founder  being  C.  L.  Case;  after  him  came  the  following 
proprietors  in  successive  order:  Case  &  Lyman,  1859;  Case  & 
Ciieney,  1869;  C.  L.  Case,  1872;  C.  A.  Nott.  1875;  C.  S.  Boynton, 
1877;  Boynton  &  Manchester,  1879;  F.  N.  Manchester,  1884,  and 
finally  in  1888,  Manchester  &  Spooner.  The  premises  are  of  a  very 
spacious  and  complete  character,  and  the  stock  carried  includes  a 
full  and  complete  assortment  of  drugs  and  chemicals,  while  in  addi- 
tion is  carried  an  infinite  variety  of  toilet  articles,  fancy  articles,  sur- 
gical instruments,  etc.  The  other  department  of  the  business 
embraces  a  varied  stock  of  choice  confectionery  of  foreign  and 
domestic  importation.  The  prescription  department  of  the  house 
is  first  class  in  every  particular,  and  physicians'  prescriptions  and 
family  recipes  are  compounded  in  a  careful  and  accurate  manner  by 
experienced  pharmacists.  Mr.  Manchester  was  born  at  Hubbard- 
town  in  1850,  and  has  lived  in  Brandon  since  1871 ;  he  following  book- 
keeping for  five  years  and  is  an  active  member  of  the  Slasons  and 
K.  T.  Mr.  T.  C,  Spoonei-  was  born  at  Sudbury,  and  formerly 
clerked  in  both  drug  stores  in  Brandon.  He  is  also  an  honored 
member  of  F.  and  A.  M.  and  K.  T.  Both  gentlemen  are  highly 
esteemed  here. 

EDWARD  IV.  RRIOGS,  Jeweler,  Park  Street.— A  leading 
and  prosperous  establishment  in  its  particular  branch  of  mercantile 
industry  is  that  of  Mr.  Edward  W.  Briggs,  watchmaker  and  jeweler. 
The  business  he  is  conducting  was  originally  established  by  D.  F. 
Sexton,  in  1881 ;  in  1886,  the  firm  became  Sexton  &  Briggs,  and  finally, 
some  months  ago,  Mr.  Briggs  succeeded  to  sole  ownership.  The 
spacious  store  is  elegantly  fitted  up  with  handsome  counters,  show 
cases  and  shelving,  on  and  in  which  is  displayed  the  valuable  and 
well  selected  stock  carried,  embracing  a  fine  assortment  of  watches, 
chains,  diamonds  and  other  precious  stones,  silver  and  plated  ware, 
spectacles,  eye  glasses,  clocks,  and  fine  jewelry  of  evei-y  description. 
A  feature  of  the  business  is  a  fine  stock  of  sewing  machines  and  sup- 
plies, such  as  oils,  etc.  The  house  makes  a  specialty  in  fine  watch 
and  jewelry  repairing,  also  sewing  machine  repairing,  and  com- 
mands a  trade  of  wide  and  extensive  proportions.  Mr.  Briggs  was 
born  in  Salisbury,  but  has  always  lived  in  Brandon.  He  is  rated  as 
one  of  the  city's  enterprising  and  respected  merchants  and  honored 
citizens. 


F.  W.  JOHNSON,  Livery,  Main  Street.— This  business  was 
established  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1889  and  has  from  its  incep- 
tion pursued  an  increasingly  successful  career.  The  building  occu- 
pied is  equipped  with  every  modem  convenience  applicable  to  the 
enterprise.  The  stalls  are  models  of  cleanliness  and  order  and  a 
suitable  force  of  experienced  grooms  look  after  every  detail  of  the 
work.  Seventeen  horses  are  kept  for  hire,  and  a  full  line  of  car- 
riages, buggies,  surreys  and  other  vehicles  is  kept  constantly  on 
hand,  and  orders  for  weddings,  entertainments,  funerals  and  other 
occasions  are  filled  in  the  most  satisfactory  manner.  Every  descrip- 
tion of  rigs  for  pleasure  riding  can  be  obtained  here;  single,  double, 
four  horse  teams  can  be  furnished  at  all  times.  He  always  keeps 
convenient  conveyances  for  commercial  travelers,  and  employs  only 
the  most  careful  and  trustworthy  drivers.  Mr.  Johnson  has  always 
been  a  farmer,  and  is  a  native  of  Vermont. 


H.  S.  RUTTLiES,  Restaurant.— A  leading  enterprise  of  the 
city  and  one  worthy  of  the  highest  consideration  in  a  work  of  this 
character  is  the  elegantly  appointed  restaurant  conducted  by  Mr. 
H.  S.  Buttles.  Mr.  Buttles  is  a  native  of  Brandon,  and  has  seen  con- 
siderable of  life  in  both  a  business  and  social  way.  He  served  eleven 
months  during  the  war  in  the  Twelfth  Vermont  Regiment,  and  is  an 
honored  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.,  being  at  present  commander  of 
one  of  the  local  posts.  He  was  engaged  in  the  shoe  trade  in  Troy, 
N.  Y.  for  many  years  and  also  conducted  a  livery  stable  for  six 
years.  The  restaurant  he  is  conducting  at  present  was  established 
in  1870.  The  dining-room  is  a  large,  finely  arranged  hall,  hand- 
somely appointed  with  all  the  necessary  paraphernalia.  The  culi- 
nary department  is  in  charge  of  competent  and  skilful  chefs,  and  the 
menu  served  is  always  in  the  highest  style  of  this  art,  and  meals  at 
this  establishment  are  appetizingly  and  temptingly  served  in  every 
instance.  Mr.  Buttles  has  a  large  local  patronage  and  a  most  ex 
tensive  transient  trade,  and  is  highly  esteemed  in  all  circles. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF    BRANDON,     VERJVIONT. 


J.  E.  GRAVES  &  CO.,  Grocers,  Center  Street.— Messrs.  J. 
E.  Graves  &  Co.  established  their  business  in  1883,  and  now  have  two 
floors  heavily  stocked  with  goods  of  the  highest  grade,  including  fine 
groceries,  etc.  They  sell  all  kinds  of  teas,  coffee,  spices,  sugar,  flour, 
breadstuffs,  biscuits,  confections,  sweets,  bon-bons,  caramels,  fruits, 
apples,  oranges,  lemons,  cherries,  pears,  peaches,  canned,  preserved, 
pickled  and  dried  fruits  and  goods  of  all  kinds;  also  a  full  and  heavy 
line  of  the  best  grades  of  cigare,  Havana,  Key  West,  etc. ;  tobacco, 
smoking,  chewing,  plug,  cut  plug,  long  cut,  perique,  Turkish;  also 
pipes,  boxes,  pouches,  holders,  and  all  of  the  notions  that  lend  de- 
light to  the  heart  of  the  smoker.  Mr.  Graves  is  a  native  of  Sahsbury, 
Vt.,  bom  in  1838.  He  has  had  a  wide  life  experience.  During  the 
war  he  was  a  railway  conductor  in  Tennessee.  He  has  been  a  con- 
ductor flve  years  in  the  southern  and  western  states,  and  then  went 
to  Chicago,  111.,  where  he  carried  on  a  grocer's  business.  Mr.  Graves 
is  an  honorable  man,  and  carries  only  the  best  goods  and  keeps  his 
store  neat  and  attractive. 


J*  C.  WHEEIiER,  Agricultural  Implements  and  Carriages, 
Center  Street. — Mr.  J.  C.  Wheeler  established  his  agricultural  de- 
partment in  1880,  adding  carriages  in  1885.  He  has  a  floor,  large  and 
roomy,  filled  with  farm  implements,  plows,  harrows,  cultivators, 
sowing  and  mowing  machines,  reapers,  scythes,  rakes,  forks,  spades, 
shoes,  farm  yard  utensils,  and  every  improvement  known  to  the  mod- 
ern agriculturist.  He  deals  in  every,  kind  of  carriages,  landaus,  Vic- 
torias, buggies,  buck  boards,  dog  carts,  light  rigs,  sulkies,  etc.,  and 
manufactures  both  light  and  heavy  harness  of  all  kinds.  Mr. 
Wheeler  is  a  complete  master  of  his  business,  and  has  gained  the 
confidence  of  his  patrons,  many  of  them  being  farmers,  by  dint  of 
close  application  to  business  and  honorable  commercial  methods. 


His  policy  is  conservative  and  true  to  business  integrity.  Not  alone 
is  Mr.  Wheeler  a  merchant,  but  a  practical  agriculturist  as  well,  own- 
ing a  farm  in  the  town  of  Sudbury,  where  he  was  born.  He  is  there- 
fore in  position,  from  personal  experience,  to  know  precisely  what 
sort  of  implements  are  best  suited  to  farm  use.  He  is  a  gentleman 
of  enterprise,  influential  in  public  affairs,  a  respected  citizen,  and  an 
active  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M. 

JOHN  li.  KNIGHT,  Grocer,  Center  Street.— A  prosperous 
and  flourishing  house  in  its  important  branch  of  commercial  activity 
in  this  city  is  that  of  John  L.  Knight,  grocer  and  provision  dealer,  on 
Center  Street.  He  commenced  the  business  in  1887,  occupying  at 
flrst  a  moderate  sized  store  on  the  opposite  side  of  the  street.  As 
time  advanced,  however,  the  business  increased  to  such  proportions 
that  newer  and  larger  accommodations  became  an  imperative  ne- 
cessity, and  early  this  year  Mr.  Knight  moved  into  and  occupied  the 
handsome  and  spacious  stores,  22  x  75  feet  in  dimensions,  in  the 
magnificent  Briggs'  Block,  the  finest  business  structure  in  town.  The 
generally  complete  appointments  here  noted  embrace  all  requisite 
conveniences  for  the  advantageous  handling  and  display  of  the 
large  and  carefully  selected  stock.  This  is  the  recognized  head- 
quarters for  everything  in  the  fancy  and  staple  groceries  line,  as  well 
as  special  sundries  in  holiday  and  canned  goods,  whilst  also  handling 
choice  family  groceries,  flour,  provisions,  pure  teas,  coffees,  etc. 
Teas  and  coffees  are  a  leading  specialty  and  embrace  the  choicest 
imported  brands.  Two  polite  salespeople  are  steadily  employed, 
and  a  wagon  used  for  delivering  goods.  Mr.  Knight  is  a  native  of 
this  city  and  is  one  of  our  most  honored  and  esteemed  citizens  and 
businessmen.  He  was  for  nine  years  postmaster  of  Brandon  and 
belongs  to  the  Masonic  order. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

FAIR  HAVEN. 


"  AIR  HAVEN  is  located  in  the  western  part  of  Rutland  County,  the  township  border- 
ing New  York  State.  Fair  Haven  was  granted  a  charter  at  Manchester,  N.  H., 
"^  October  27,  1779.  The  grant  was  made  in  consideration  of  ^^^6930  and  signed  at 
Arlington,  by  Gov.  Thomas  Chittenden,  April  26,  1782.  The  first  deed  of  land  was 
made  at  Manchester,  the  same  day  with  the  grant,  by  Zadoc  Everest,  then  of  Manches- 
ter, to  Elisha  Hamilton  of  Tinmouth,  both  proprietors.  The  village  of  Fair  Haven 
was  first  laid  out  and  established  December  21,  1820,  under  a  general  law  of  the  state,  by 
Isaac  Cutler,  John  P.  Colburn  and  Harvey  Church,  selectmen  of  the  town  at  the  time.  We 
do  not  learn  that  any  other  action  in  reference  to  a  village  than  a  formal  survey  was  taken 
by  the  citizens  of  Fair  Haven  until  the  fall  of  1865,  when  the  Legislature  passed  an  act  of 
incorporation,  erecting  a  tract  of  one  square  mile  into  a  corporate  village ;  and  the  inhabitants 
of  the  same,  at  a  meeting  held  in  the  hall  over  Adams'  store,  December  4,  1865,  by  a  vote 
of  71  to  52,  adopted  the  charter;  and  the  village  has  since  annually,  at  the  meeting  on  the 
first    Monday   in    December,    elected    its   board    of   officers. 

THE    SLATE     BUSINESS. 

The  business  of  quarrying  slate  in  Western  Vermont  was  begun  in  this  town  by  Alonson 
Allen  and  Caleb  B.  Ranney,  in  the  fall  of  1839,  °"  the  ledge  which  is  nearly  in  front  of  Mr. 
Ranney's  dwelling  house,  where  in  1837  a  Boston  company  was  working.  The  opening  was 
begun  with  a  view  to  finding  school  slates ;  but  the  material  proving  too  hard  for  that  purpose, 
the  enterprise  was  suspended,  .  or  temporarily  abandoned.  In  1845,  Alonson  Allen,  however, 
having  perfected  machinery  for  the  manufacturing  of  ciphering  slates,  opened  a  quarry  on  the 
land  of  Oliver  Proctor,  from  which  he  was  able,  during  the  next  three  years  to  produce  a 
large  amount  of  ciphering  slates  beside  several  lots  of  roofing  slate  which  were  made  about 
1847 ;  the  first  lot  being  taken  to  Whitehall  and  used  on  a  house  there.  The  first  roof  cov- 
ered with  slate  in  Fair  Haven  was  that  of  the  horse-barn  and  shed  of  Mr.  Jefferson  Barnes. 
Slate  was  laid  on  the  depot  in  1850.  In  1867  the  "Union  Slate  Company"  was  formed  and 
the  manufacture  of  slate  mantels,  billiard  table  beds,  tile,  etc.  was  commenced.  The  business  of 
marbleizing  slate  was  begun  in  town  in  1859,  by  James  Coulman  and  Ryland  Hanger.  Fair  Haven 
is  now  the  leading  slate  producing  town  in  the  state,  and  to  its  vast  quarries,  and  to  the 
manufacture  of  slate  taken  therefrom.  Fair  Haven  owes  its  principal  wealth.  Indeed  the  Fair 
Haven  slate  deposit  contains  some  of  the  finest  and  most  lucrative  slate  quarries  in  the  coun- 
try. It  has  various  colors,  such  as  greenish,  reddish  brown,  and  what  is  generally  called 
"slate   color,"   chocolate,    mottled,    bright   red,    and    bluish    gray. 

FAIR   HAVEN 

is  beautifully  situated  in  the  southern  part  of  the  town  on  Castleton  River,  which  affords  fine 
mill  privileges.  The  village  contains  seven  churches;  viz:  the  Baptist,  Congregational,  Metho- 
dist,   Roman    Catholic,    French     Catholic,    Welsh,    Presbyterian,    and    Welsh    Congregational.       It   has 


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two  first-class  hotels,  has  about  two  thousand  inhabitants,  and  taken  all  in  all,  is  one  of  the 
most  thriving  as  well  as  beautiful  villages  of  its  size  in  the  state.  In  the  center  of  the  village 
is  a  fine  park  containing  about  six  acres,  filled  with  fine  maple  shade  trees.  From  this  park 
the  principal  streets  of  the  village  diverge,  and  around  it  are  situated  some  of  the  finest  resi- 
dences of  the  town.  The  land  included  within  the  park  was  given  to  the  town  in.  October, 
1798,  by  Col.  Matthew  Lyon,  "for  the  friendship  of  the  town  of  Fair  Haven."  The  town  has 
an  admirable  water  supply,  the  water  being  brought  by  means  of  large,  iron  pipes  from  Inman 
Pond,  located  about  three  miles  north  of  the  village,  a  natural  reservoir  of  pure,  cold,  spring 
water,  affording  a.  head  of  207  feet.  The  village  supports  two  newspapers,  published  weekly, 
viz :  the  Era,  published  by  J.  E.  Harris,  and  the  Record,  published  by  the  Record  Company. 
It  has  two  banks:  the  National  Bank  of  Fair  Haven  and  the  Allen  National,  the  former  hav- 
ing a  capital  stock  of  $100,000  and  the  latter  of  $50,000.  The  town  possesses  excellent  edu- 
cational advantages ;  in  fact,  the  thorough  instruction,  and  wide  range  of  educational  advantages 
presented  by  the  school  system  of  Fair  Haven  have  made  themselves  felt  not  only  in  the  char- 
acter and  talent  of  her  native  citizens  who  have  gone  forth  from  her  institutions  as  representa- 
tive men,  but  have  also,  materially  added  to  the  attractions  of  the  village  as  a  place  of  resi- 
dence. Fair  Haven  is  distinguished  for  its  manufactories,  notably  articles  made  of  slate  ; 
carriages  are  also  manufactured  here,  and  boots  and  shoes,  oil  safes  and  refrigerators,  wooden 
mallets  and  croquet  sets,  and  brick.  There  is  a  printing  company  established  here,  also  a 
large  creamery.  The  transportation  facilities  of  the  town  are  in  all  respects  adequate.  The 
Rensselaer  and  Saratoga  railroad  which  passes  through  the  town,  connects  with  all  the  main 
trunk  lines  intersecting  the  country  from  east  to  west.  The  situation  of  this  enterprising  vil- 
lage on  the  score  of  eligibility  successfully  challenges  comparison.  Its  immediate  surroundings 
are  most,  picturesque  and  beautiful,  while  it  is  safe  to  say  that  no  healthier  place  can  be 
found  in  the  state,  while  its  location  in  the  midst  of  the  noted  slate  and  marble  regions  of 
the  state  are  important  factors  in  its  material  growth  and  prosperity.  There  was  a  movement 
made  as  early  as  1799  for  the  establishment  of  a  library  society,  and  in  1826  an  association 
was  formed  consisting  of  one  hundred  shares  at  $2.00  per  share,  and  several  hundred  volumes 
were  purchased,  some  of  which  were  kept  for  many  years  as  evidences  of  the  literary  tastes 
displayed  by  the  early  settlers.  An  agricultural  library  of  one  hundred  volumes  including  a  set 
of  Appleton's  new  American  Cyclopedia  was  established  in  1863,  by  an  association  of  thirty-six 
share-holders,  who  paid  each  $5.00  per  share.  This  library  contained  many  valuable  scientific 
books.  The  "Slater's  Guide,"  published  in  1856,  a  table  for  the  computation  of  roofing 
slate  and  was  the  first  book  mentioned  in  history  printed  in  town.  Agriculture  held  the  attention 
of  the  people  of  Fair  Haven  until  about  1839,  when  the  first  slate  quarry  was  opened  and 
from    the    development   of   this    industry    the   growth    and    prosperity    of   this    thriving    village    is   due. 

AS   A   PLACE    OF    RESIDENCE 

it  possesses  all  the  elements  of  accessibility,  health,  educational  facilities,  and  social  and  relig- 
ious advantages  in  the  highest  degree.  It  has  many  points  of  interest  for  the  business  man, 
the  manufacturer,  the  capitalist,  the  traveler,  and  the  historian.  The  manufacturing  facilities 
are  as  complete  as  they  can  be  made.  The  quarries  and  shops  connected  therewith  give  em- 
ployment to  a  large  number  of  skilled  laborers,  receiving  good  wages;  indeed,  the  people  are 
as  a  rule,  of  the  better  class  to  be  found  in  New  England  villages,  being  composed  largely  of 
industrious  artisans,  while  the  business  men  and  capitalists  are  enterprising  and  large  spirited  in 
contributing  to  the  growth  and  prosperity  of  the  village.  Fair  Haven's  manufactures  are  rap- 
idly growing,  and  a  splendid  field  is  afforded  for  the  capitalist  seeking  an  opportunity  to  invest 
and  increase  his  wealth,  while  the  natural  and  created  facilities  possessed  by  the  village  for 
promoting   the    increase    of   manufactures    and    trade    will    in    time   be    seen    by   capitalists   elsewhere. 


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FAIR    HAVEN     MARBL.E:    AND    MARBIiElZKD 

SLATE  CO.— To  few  features  of  interior  decorations  does  more 
interest  attach  in  the  beautiful  and  artistic  in  household  sur- 
roundings than  to  attractive  mantels,  the  advance  made  in  the 
production  of  slate  and  marble  within  comparatively  recent  years 
being  at  once  notable  and  gratifying.  Among  those  who  have  made 
a  reputation  in  this  line  in  Fair  Haven  is  The  Fair  Haven  Marble  and 
Marbleized  Slate  Co., whose  products  maintain  a  uniformly  high  stand- 
ard of  excellence,  being  not,  in  fact,  surpas.sed  in  design  and  execution 
by  any  of  the  kind  in  this  country.  This  enterprise  was  first  started 
under  the  name  of  R.  Hangers  Slate  Works  and  the  present  com- 
pany was  formed  and  incorporated  under  the  laws  of  this  state  in 
1886.  They  do  not  handle  marble  to  any  extent,  although  they  own 
quarries  that  are  not  in  operation.  What  marble  they  do  use  is 
purchased  from  other  quarries.  The  slate  mill  owned  and  operated 
by  the  company  is  a  large  one,  being  95  by  100  feet  in  dimensions, 
and  is  admirably  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  machinery 
for  manufacturing  slate.  A  large  amount  of  work  is  done  here  but 
the  company  let  out  by  contract  a  great  share  of  their  work;  about 
twenty-five  men  are  constantly  employed  and  everything  in  the  line 
of  slate  goods  is  manufactured  by  this  company.  The  mill  is  sup- 
plied with  water  power  and  a  large  engine  for  use  when  the  water  is 
low.  They  have  a  three-story  finishing  mill  75  by  150  feet  in  dimen- 
sions where  thirty-five  men  find  employment.  They  own  a  side 
track  on  the  Delaware  and  Hudson  R.  R.  and  goods  are  shipped  to 
all  parts  of  the  United  States,  Canada,  South  America,  Australia, 
England  and  China,  and  they  have  agents  in  all  the  principal  cities 
of  the  United  States  and  in  London.  In  no  single  year  since  the 
commencement  of  the  manufacture  of  marbleized  slate  mantels, 
have  as  many  new  features,  embodying  novelty  and  beauty,  without 
sacrificing  utility  and  durability,  been  given  to  the  public,  as  in 
this  season  herein  shovrn.  Nothing  is  sacrificed  to  utility,  the 
cheapest  mantel  is  as  thoroughly  made  in  every  particular  as  the 
costliest.  Mantel  making,  particularly  those  marvelous  natural  imi- 
tations of  many  of  the  rare  and  most  costly  marble,  brought  from 
all  countries  and  climes,  is  justly  classed  with  the  fine  arts.  Time 
shows  them  to  retain  their  original  finish  and  purity,  better  even 
than  most  marbles.  They  are  not  susceptible  of  stains  from  coal 
gas,  acids,  oils,  liquors,  coloring  from  brickwork  arising  from 
dampness  in  chimney,  or  other  causes.  Nothing  in  all  the  modern 
outfittings  of  a  dwelling  contributes  more  largely  to  its  cheerfulness 
and  the  health  of  its  occupants,  than  a  glowing  fire  upon  the  grate. 
Even  when  used  as  furniture  and  for  ventilation,  mantels  with 
frames  and  summer  fronts  are  becoming  indispensable.  Oneof  the 
later  products  of  this  very  enterprising  house  is  church  altars.  Of 
these  they  show  a  line  of  most  artistic  and  in  many  instances,  elab- 
orate designs  ranging  in  cost  from  $100  to  $3,000.  Only  a  house  posses- 
sing the  largest  resources,  both  as  relates  to  means  and  ability  could 
successfully  make  and  distribute  goods  of  this  class.  The  superior- 
ity of  marbleized  slate  mantels  over  marble  has  been  set  forth  above 
and  the  same  will  apply  to  those  made  of  wood,  as  the  slate  will  not 
crack,  shrink  or  ignite  from  the  heat.  They  are  susceptible  of  a 
better  finish  and  more  durable  than  those  produced  in  iron.  As  it 
costs  far  less  to  bring  out  new  patterns,  customers  may  expect  to 
find  fresher  styles  than  those  in  iron.  The  following  are  the  names 
of  some  of  the  wood  and  marble  imitated:  Lapis  lazuli,  Black  and 
Gold,  Light  Spanish,  Dark  Spanish,  Galway  Green,  Bricatilla,  Gray 
Porphyry,  Red  Porphyry,  Sienna  Egyptian,  Plymouth  Black,  Red 
Pyrenees,  Green  and  mixed  Pyrenees,  Verd  Antique,  Veined  Mala- 
chite, all  kinds  of  Granite,  Lumachella,  Bomguard,  Dark  and  Light 
Formosa,  Terra  Cotta,  Black  Walnut,  Black  Ash,  Rose  Wood,  Oak 
and  Mahogany.  These  are  a  few  out  of  the  sixty  different  kinds 
which  they  so  successfully  imitate.  Their  reproduction  of  that 
recently  popularized  and  most  elegant  of  all  marbles,  the  Mexican 
Onyx  is  surprisingly  truthful.  Their  success  to  bring  it  out  is  a 
surprise  to  all  others  in  their  line.  Those  wishing  information 
more  than  our  space  will  admit,  should  call  upon  or  correspond 
with  this  widely  known,  responsible  company.  The  treasurer  of 
the  company,  Mr.  F.  E.  Allen,  is  a  native  of  Fair  Haven,  is  one  of 
the  board  of  water  commissioners,  treasurer  of  Gentlemens'  Driving 
Association,  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  of  the  K.  T.  and  Mystic 
Slirine.  Mr.  E.  L.  Allen,  the  general  manager,  was  born  in  Hartford 
N.  Y.,  and  is  now  a  resident  of  Fair  Haven.  He  represented  the 
town  in  1880,  and  was  candidate  for  Governor  on  the  prohibition 


ticket  in  1890.  Mr.  Charles  R.  Allen  the  president  of  the  company,, 
is  cashier  of  Allen's  National  Bank  of  Fair  Haven,  is  town  treasurer, 
a  member  of  F.  and  A.  M.,  the  32d  degree  and  of  the  K.  T.  Mr.  E. 
L.  Allen  is  a  relative  of  the  president  and  treasurer,  who  are  brothers 
and  the  great  success  of  this  enterprise  is  largely  due  to  his  skilful 

management.  

QUO.  DAIiRirmPIiE:,  Foundry  and  Machine  Shops,  between 
First  and  Second  Streets.  The  leading  manufactory  in  this  state  of 
mining  machinery  of  all  kinds,  hoisting  engines,  etc.,  is  unquestion- 
ably the  establishment  of  Mr.  Geo.  Dalrymple,  proprietor  of  a  foun- 
dry and  machine  shop  at  Fair  Haven,  who  manufactures  all  kinds 
of  machinery  for  working  stone,  slate  and  marbfe.  He  is  the  inven- 
tor, the  proprietor,  and  manufacturer  of  Dalrymple's  patent  stone 
sawing  gang,  for  sawing  marble,  granite,  brown  stone,  soap  stone, 
sand  stone,  etc.,  which  is  the  most  simple,  durable,  and  effective 
stone  sawing  machine  in  use.  The  hold-down  mechanism  is  an  en- 
tirely new  feature,  operating  on  heavy  cylindrical  glide  bars,  and  are 
strong  and  easily  operated.  The  suspension  rod  journals  are  inclosed 
in  housings  containing  oil,  and  are  entirely  protected  from  grit,  water, 
etc.  All  journals  are  of  generous  proportions  and  nothing  but  the 
best  material  is  employed  in  the  construction  of  this  gang.  The  feed 
motion  is  automatically  adjustable  to  fast  and  slow  sawing.  He  also 
manufactures  Dalrymple's  special  improved  lifting  jacks,  for  stone 
yards,  mills,  quarries,  foundries,  machine  shops,  boiler  makers,  etc. 
These  are  unsurpassed  for  effectiveness,  strength  and  durability. 
He  also  manufactures  the  Clogston  stone  sawing  gang,  Jlerriman's 
screw  gangs,  also  rope  and  chain  gangs,  rubbing  beds,  withanti  fric- 
tion discs,  for  step  and  spindle  tile  machines,  wash  rubbing  ma- 
chines that  can  be  used  on  any  bed,  improved  discs  for  truing  the 
face  of  rubbing  beds,  rubbing  bed  weights  and  tongs,  derricks  or 
cranes  for  rubbing  beds.  He  also  makes  rubbing  beds  to  order 
from  four  feet  in  diameter  to  four  inches  thick  and  bed  plates  whole 
or  in  sections  as  may  be  desired.  Then  for  quarries,  miners,  etc.,  he 
manufactures  steam  hoisting  powers,  traveling  derricks,  mill 
trucks,  dump  cars,  quarry  boxes,  iron  boxes  strongly  ribbed  in  all 
sizes  or  made  to  order.  Cheap  horse-powers  for  light  quarrying 
and  mining  and  in  fact  everything  needed  in  the  stone  business  can  be 
obtained  here  at  most  reasonable  prices.  This  establishment  has 
the  finest  facilities  and  the  widest  range  of  experience,  which  has 
been  brought  to  bear  in  its  operations  and  the  goods  put  upon  the 
market  by  Mr.  Dalrymple  have  been  conceded  to  be  the  most  per- 
fect types  of  hoisting  and  mining  machinery  now  in  use.  Special  at- 
tention is  given  to  repairs  on  engines  and  boilers  and  all  work  is  done 
in  a  skilful  manner  at  short  notice  and  at  reasonable  prices.  Mr. 
Dalrymple,  though  a  native  of  Canada,  has  been  a  resident  of 
Vermont  for  twenty  years,  and  had  years  of  experience  in  machine 
shops  previous  to  the  founding  of  this  establishment. 

J.  A.  CARIPBELIi,  Coal,  Lime,  Etc  —A  prosperous  and 
prominent  establishment  in  Fair  Haven  maintaining  a  most  envia- 
ble reputation  for  handling  A  1  commodities  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  A. 
Campbell,  dealer  in  coal,  lime,  and  cement,  also  express  and  team 
jobbing.  Mr.  Campbell  is  a  native  of  this  state  and  has  been  a  resi- 
dent here  for  many  years,  and  desirous  of  engaginig  in  business  on 
his  own  account  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  in  1886,  and  at  once 
developed  a  very  large  and  substantial  trade  that  is  constantly  in- 
creasing in  volume  and  influence.  The  premises  utilized  are  of  am- 
ple dimensions,  comprising  a  spacious  coal  yard  and  an  elegantly 
appointed  office  situated  on  the  line  of  the  Delaware  and  Hudson 
Railroad,  and  provided  with  every  convenience  for  the  prompt 
receipt,  rapid  handling  and  proper  storage  of  supplies,  including 
standard  tested  Howe's  scales  and  other  facilities.  The  coal  handled 
is  received  direct  from  the  most  celebrated  mines  in  the  anthracite 
and  bituminous  regions  of  Pennsylvania,  and  is  noted  for  its  uniform 
superiority  of  quality  while  the  prices  which  prevail  are  the  lowest 
in  the  market.  His  lime  and  cement  are  of  the  very  best  grades 
known  to  the  building  trade  and  are  guaranteed  to  be  as  represented.. 
Mr.  Campbell  also  does  a  very  extensive  express  and  teaming  busi- 
ness and  for  this  branch  of  his  trade  he  has  every  facility  at  his  com- 
mand for  transporting  all  kinds  of  light  and  heavy  merchandise,  also 
household  and  fragile  goods  in  the  most  careful  and  expeditious 
manner  and  at  reasonable  figures.  Mr.  Campbell  is  one  of  the  or- 
ganizers of  the  Architectural  Marble  Company,  whose  quarries  are 
in  Brandon,  capital  $100,000,  organized  1890.  W.  H.  Lloyd  is  also 
interested  in  this  enterprise. 


FAIR    HAVEN,     VERMONT. 


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GRIFFITH,  OWEN  &  CO.,  Slate  Manufacturers.— Among 
the  leading  firms  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  slate  goods  in  this 
state  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Griffith,  Owen  &  Co.,  whose  exten- 
sive works  are  known  as  The  Scotch  Hill  Slate  Works,  and  whose 
office  is  located  on  Main  Street.  The  firm  was  established  in  1876, 
and  a  quarry  was  purchased  that  had  been  developed  by  a  Boston 
Slate  Company.  The  quarry  is  located  about  two  miles  from  the 
village  of  Fair  Haven,  and  is  fully  equipped  with  all  necessary  ma- 
chinery operated  by  steam  power.  They  have  a  mill  at  the  quarry, 
50  X  100  feet  in  dimensions,  which  has  four  circular  saws,  four  plan- 
ers, one  rubbing  bed,  one  jointing  machine,  a  drilling  machine  and 
band  saw.  They  manufacture  the  stock  ready  to  marbleize,  which 
consists  of  slate  goods  of  every  description,  including  billiard  beds, 
mantel  stock,  floor  tiling,  stair  steps,  school  blackboards,  hearths, 
roofing  slate,  etc.  They  produce  ten  thousand  feet  per  month. 
Their  trade,  which  is  annually  increasing,  extends  to  all  parts  of  the 
United  States,  and  is  largely  in  Boston,  New  York  City  and  Chicago. 
All  orders  are  filled  promptly  at  most  reasonable  prices.  Rare  bar- 
gains are  continually  being  offered,  and  parties  desiring  goods  in 
their  line  will  find  it  to  their  advantage  to  consult  this  popular,  reli- 
able firm,  before  purchasing  elsewhere.  Mr.  E.  D.  Humphrey,  the 
secretary  and  treasurer,  is  a  native  of  Wales,  and  came  to  America 
about  thirty-eight  years  ago  and  has  been  a  resident  of  Vermont  for 
twenty-two  years.  Mr.  William  Owen  is  also  a  native  of  Wales, 
and  has  resided  in  Vermont  thirty  years.  Mr.  H.  Owen  is  a  native 
of  Vermont  and  all  three  are  now  residents  of  Fair  Haven,  and  are 
well  known  and  esteemed  in  the  community  for  their  business  ability 
and  strict  integrity.  The  firm  are  at  all  times  entirely  able  to  meet 
the  most  exacting  requirements  of  architects,  builders,  house  own- 
ers and  dealers  generally,  and  are  universally  popular  and  esteemed 
in  the  trade.  The  beautiful  mantels  manufactured  from  the  slate 
of  this  quarry  are  much  admired  and  embody  every  desirable  fea- 
ture of  those  costing  twice  as  much ;  they  have  artistic  beauty,  sub- 
stantial strength  and  durability,  and  can  be  contracted  for  at  prices 
that  cannot  be  duplicated  elsewhere. 

C.  T.  MAYNARD  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Marble  Machinery. 
— No  one  in  the  United  States  is  a  better  recognized  authority  or 
brings  to  bear  higher  qualifications  as  an  expert  in  marble  and  slate 
mill  machinery  than  Mr.  L.  B.  Clogston,  the  inventor  of  the  patent 
gangs  which  bear  his  name.  These  gangs  are  manufactured  by 
Messrs.  C.  T.  Maynard  &  Co.  of  Fair  Haven,  and  are  built  under  the 
personal  supervision  of  Mr.  Clogston,  the  inventor,  who  is  foreman 
of  the  works.  Clogston's  patent  gangs  are  used  for  sawing  marble, 
slate  and  other  stone.  The  feed  and  hold-down  works  are  peculiarly 
simple,  consisting  of  the  least  possible  machinery,  which  will  do  the 
work  effectively  and  keep  in  order  with  little  cost  and  care.  The 
feed  is  automatic,  and  adjustable  to  fast  or  slow  sawing  according 
to  density  of  the  material  to  be  cut.  Steel  clutches  follow  the  saw- 
gang  frame  on  slide  bars  at  the  four  corners,  holding  the  saws  firmly 
to  their  work,  whether  it  be  much  or  little,  and  thus  avoid  the 
pounding,  noise  and  wear  which  attend  the  use  of  long  screws 
and  nuts  or  other  devices  heretofore  used.  The  Clogston  Patent 
Wrought  Iron  Gang  Frame  for  holding  the  saws,  is  constructed  of 
wrought  channel  iron  heads  and  pipe  sides,  and  can  be  made  of  any 
desired  length  or  width.  By  this  construction  they  combine  the 
utmost  strength  with  the  least  possible  weight,  and  frames  eight  to 
ten  feet  in  width  have  been  introduced  for  "cutting  up  gangs," 
doing  away  with  the  old-fashioned  rippers  and  narrow  gang.  They 
are  indispensable  for  building,  stone  sawyers  and  monumental 
work.  These  gangs  have  been  thoroughly  tested  and  approved,  and 
are  in  use  in  the  largest  mills  in  Vermont,  Massachusetts,  New  York, 
Philadelphia,  Baltimore  and  other  parts  of  this  country,  as  well  as 
in  Italy.  This  firm  also  make  a  specialty  of  the  manufacture  of  new 
and  improved  lifting  jacks,  double  and  triple  geared.  The  No.  1  and 
2  jacks,  double  geared,  are  especially  adapted  to  the  use  of  truck- 
men and  all  having  transferring  to  do,  being  light  and  easily  carried 
with  the  team,  and  also  for  use  in  stone  yards  and  machine  works. 
The  triple  geared  jack,  Nos.  3  and  4,  are  especially  adapted  to  the 
use  of  contractors  and  builders,  stone,  granite  and  marble  workers, 
stoneyards,  stone  quarries,  marble  and  stone  mills,  boiler  and  safe 
works,  bridge  builders  and  for  all  purposes  of  heavy  lifting.  They 
embody  the  experience  of  many  years  of  the  best  skilled  mechanics. 
The  best  material  is  used  in  their  construction.    In  their  rapidity. 


power,  convenience  and  durability,  they  are  not  excelled  by  any 
jack  made.  Another  specialty  of  this  enterprising  firm  is  light  gray^ 
iron  castings,  and  their  facilities  for  producing  this  class  of  special- 
ties are  unexcelled  in  this  section  of  the  country.  They  also  manu- 
facture a  splendic^  line  of  lathes  for  turning  marble,  polishing  lathes 
with  iron  cones,  counter  shafts  and  pulleys,  which  can  be  set  on 
wood  of  any  desired  length ;  slate  saws,  billiard  jointers,  bulkheads, 
wrought  iron  tubing,  dump  cars,  block  cars,  hoisting  powers,  der- 
rick irons,  and  general  stone  working  machinery.  The  business  of 
this  house  was  originally  established  in  1873,  by  Messi-s.  J.  Adams  & 
Sons,  who  were  succeeded  by  Mr.  W.  H.  Reynolds  in  1883,  and  in 
1885,  the  present  firm  came  into  control.  The  co-partners,  Messrs. 
C.  T.  and  M.  Maynard,  are  expert  and  practical  marble  workers  and 
stone-cutters  of  laige  expei-ience,  having  a  foundation  understand- 
ing of  all  the  needs  and  requirements  of  that  trade,  and  are  fortu- 
nate in  retaining  the  services  of  Mr.  Clogston  as  foreman  of  their 
manufactory.  These  gentleman  and  Mr.  Clogston  also  form  the 
firm  of  Clogston,  Maynard  &  Co.  for  the  manufacture  of  new  and 
improved  wrought  iron  and  steel  penstocks  and  bulkheads,  which/ 
are  widely  famous  and  in  heavy  and  infiuential  demand. 


THE  HAZARD  SliATE  COMPANY.— The  Hazard  Slate- 
Company  of  Fair  Haven  was  incorporated  under  the  laws  of  the 
state  of  Vermont  in  1882.  They  own  nine  acres  of  quarry  land  and. 
employ  from  fifteen  to  twenty  persons  in  quarrying  slate.  They 
operate  a  40  horse-power  engine  and  have  one  of  the  finest  equipped 
quarries  in  the  state,  producing  200,000  square  feet  of  mill  stock  per 
year.  The  color  being  purple  and  the  quality  firm  and  hard,  it  is- 
especially  adapted  for  steps  and  platforms  in  public  buildings  and 
cemetery  work.  For  this  purpose  the  most  of  their  stock  is  being 
used,  although  they  manufacture  slate  goods  of  all  descriptions, 
including  a  fine  quality  of  purple  roofing  slate.  The  quarry  is 
located  two  miles  from  the  village,  whence  all  of  the  rough  stock  is 
drawn  to  the  slate  mill  in  town.  The  mill  is  a  three-story  front  and 
four-story  back  building,  85  x  58  feet,  partly  of  brick.  A  great  num- 
ber of  saws,  planers,  etc.,  are  used  to  complete  the  goods  for  the 
market;  although  they  do  not  marbleize  at  the  mill,  they  employ 
from  twenty  to  twenty-five  persons.  Goods  are  shipped  to  all  parts 
of  the  states.  The  company's  office  is  on  the  first  floor.  They  also 
own  a  large  grist  mill,  operated  by  water  power,  with  three  run  of 
stone,  and  grind  out  100  bushels  of  grain  per  day,  which  is  sold  to  the- 
retail  trade.  They  also  do  custom  flour  and  feed  grinding.  They 
own  a  saw  mill  run  by  water  power.  Also,  a  large  four-story  brick 
building  which  they  rent  as  a  shirt  factory  to  a  Troy,  N.  Y.  firm. 
The  mills  are  on  North  Main  Street,  along  the  river.  W.  F.  Parker 
is  the  president  of  the  company.  He  is  also  the  proprietor  of  a 
Main  Street  jewelry  store  and  an  honorable  man  of  business. 
Samuel  F.  Hazard,  a  practical  business  man,  is  the  secretary,  treas- 
urer and  general  superintendent  of  the  mills. 

O.  H.  MOREHOUSE,  Dentist,  Over  First  National  Bank.— 
Dr.  Morehouse  is  a  native  of  Brandon,  this  state,  and  has  a  thorough 
knowledge  of  all  branches  of  dental  surgery,  which  was  acquired  by 
years  of  close  study  and  practical  experience,  under  some  of  the  best 
dental  surgeons  in  the  state,  and  desiring  to  establish  himself  in 
business  on  his  own  account,  he  founded  an  establishment  in  Rut- 
land in  1872,  which  he  removed  to  this  place  two  years  afterward, 
and  since  then  he  has  developed  a  very  liberal  and  influential  pat- 
ronage, and  has  won  a  high  reputation  for  skill  and  professional 
ability.  His  office  and  operating  rooms  are  spacious,  commodious, 
and  very  attractively  appointed,  while  in  the  operating  room  will  be 
found  all  the  latest  improved  scientific  and  mechanical  improve- 
ments known  to  the  profession.  The  different  preparations  of 
vapors  and  cocaine  for  the  painless  extraction  and  filling  of  teeth 
have  proved  of  great  success  under  his  administering.  The  filling  of 
teeth  with  gold,  silver,  platinum,  and  other  reliable  substances,  re- 
ceives special  attention,  and  is  done  in  the  best  style  of  workman- 
ship. Teeth  are  cleansed,  and  diseased  gums  are  successfully 
treated.  The  artificial  work  done  by  him  is  unsurpassed  in  quaUty, 
finish,  comfort,  fit  and  durability.  Single  and  full  sets  are  inserted 
on  gold,  silver,  rubber  or  porcelain  plates,  while  a  specialty  is  made 
of  bridging,  and  also  of  crown  filling,  while  prices  are  very  reason- 
able. Dr.  Morehouse  is  universally  esteemed  throughout  the  com- 
munity, and  is  a  member  of  the  State  Dental  Societj'. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTiJ     OF 


ADAmS  &  POWEIili,  Dry  Goods,  etc.-  Forty  years  of  suc- 
cess have  rolled  by,  since  the  existing  dry  goods  and  general  mer- 
chandise house  of  Adams  &  Powell  was  established  by  Joseph 
Adams  in  Fair  Haven.  He  was  succeeded  by  Adams  &  Allen.  In 
1858,  A.  W.  Adams  entered  the  Arm  and  the  name  became  Adams, 
Goodrich  &  Co.  James  Adams  died  in  1878  and  the  style  of  the  title 
■was  changed  to  Adams  &  Goodrich.  In  1885,  the  present  firm  was 
organized.  They  have  a  neat  and  beautifully  arranged  store,  2  floors 
in  extent  and  40  x  100  feet.  They  carry  a  flrst-class  stock  of  goods, 
the  first  floor  being  devoted  to  these  fabrics,  dress  goods,  satins, 
cloths,  silks,  velvets,  plushes,  cassimeres,  cambrics,  linens,  cottons, 
calicos,  a  special  line  of  ladies'  underwear,  chemises,  drawers,  hose, 
corsets,  bustles,  furs,  gloves,  laces,  ribbons,  'kerchiefs,  feathers, 
fans,  trimmings,  embroidery,  crotchet  work,  notions,  ornaments,  etc., 
wraps,  and  mantles.  The  second  floor  is  devoted  to  boots,  shofes, 
rubbers,  shawls,  cloaks,  gentlemens'  underwear,  half  hose,  shirts, 
collars,  cuffs,  cravats,  crockery,  curtains,  drapery,  glassware,  etc.; 
wliile  in  the  basement,  salt  and  a  general  line  of  farmer's  supplies 
are  sold.  The  firm  employ  five  persons.  The  store  is  as  handsome 
a  one  as  one  can  find  in  town.  It  has  a  marble  front  and  is  provided 
with  all  of  the  modern  improvements.  A.  W.  Adams  is  a  put)lic 
spirited  citizen  and  has  held  all  of  the  town  offices.  He  is  a  member 
of  the  State  Senate  of  1890.  He  was  born  in  Vermont  and  is  a  direc- 
tor in  the  First  National  Bank,  chairman  of  the  State  Board  of 
Education,  and  an  active  member  of  the  F.  &  A.  M.  John  T.  Powell 
is  a  native  of  New  York,  a  young  man  of  gi-eat  business  ability  and 
had  eight  years  experience  in  the  mercantile  line,  two  years  in  Bos- 
ton and  six  in  Fair  Haven.  The  firm  of  Adams  &  Powell  is  one  of 
the  most  reliable  in  town. 

C.  REED  &  SONj  Lumber,  opposite  depot.— Few  men  are 
more  widely  or  favorably  known  in  Fair  Haven  than  is  C.  Reed,  sen- 
ior member  of  this  firm.  He  has  resided  here  for  considerably  more 
than  a  quarter  of  a  century  and  throughout  that  period  has  been 
recognized  as  a  leading  citizen,  strictly  honorable  in  all  his  under- 
takings and  always  having  the  best  interests  of  the  city  at  heart. 
After  \V.  C.  Kitridge  had  established  a  coal  and  lumber  business  in 
1870  and  carried  it  on  for  two  years,  Mr.  Reed  purchased  the  plant 
and  until  1880  had  entire  charge  of  a  business  that  grew  and  prospered 
under  his  able  management.  At  that  time  his  son,  Rolland  C.  Reed, 
became  a  member  of  the  firm  that  has  since  extended  its  trade  to 
present  proportions  and  enjoys  the  pleasing  prospect  of  constant  ex- 
pansion. The  building  in  which  their  office  is  located  at  one  end  of 
the  first  floor,  is  40  x  60  feet,  three  stories  high  and  used  chiefly  for 
the  storage  of  lumber.  Another  building,  40  x  100  feet  is  used  as 
a  store  room.  They  have  storage  for  1,200  tons  of  coal,  their  yard 
being  the  best  arranged  and  most  convenient  of  any  along  the  line  of 
the  D.  &  H.  railroad.  They  handle  2,500  tons  annually  in  addition  to 
the  three  quarter  million  feet  of  lumber  which  they  dispose  of  each 
year,  their  yard  accommodations  having  a  capacity  for  half  that 
amount.  They  deal  in  rough  timbers  as  well  as  finished  stock,  doing 
chiefly  a  local  trade  and  meeting  every  demand  of  the  market  in 
which  they  operate.  Their  shipping  facilities  are  unsurpassed  as  the 
D.  &  H.  road  runs  directly  through  their  yard,  enabling  them  to  secure 
desired  consignments  of  coal  and  lumber  on  the  shortest  notice. 
There  are  two  men  constantly  employed  and  the  force  is  increased  as 
the  pressure  of  business  requires.  One  team  is  kept  busy  the  year 
round.  Builders'  supplies  in  the  nature  of  lime,  plaster,  cement, 
lath,  hair,  etc.,  are  kept  constantly  on  hand  and  always  of  the  best 
quality.  The  son.  R.  C.  Reed,  who  is  member  of  the  Rutland  Co.  Re- 
publican Committee,  conducts  an  extensive  and  rapidly  increasing 
wholesale  lumber  business  in  his  own  name,  and  through  his  inherited 
qualities  of  sagacity,  honorable  dealing  and  close  attention  to  his 
affairs  is  assured  of  success.  The  father's  popularity  as  well  as  abil- 
ity and  high  standing,  appear  in  the  fact  that  he  served  Fair  Haven 
most  acceptably  in  the  State  Legislature  of  1863  and  '64,  a  trying  pe- 
riod in  the  country's  history,  and  also  aided  in  the  deliberations  of  a 
special  session  convened  the  same  year.  For  eigliteen  years  he  was 
town  clerk  in  one  continuous  term  of  service,  meeting  the  require- 
ments of  his  position  with  the  same  care  and  good  judgment  appar- 
ent in  the  management  of  his  private  affairs.  Besides  this  he  has 
held  all  the  town  offices  within  the  gift  of  the  people  and  in  all  shown 
the  same  admirable  qualities  that  commend  him  as  an  upright  and 
successful  business  man. 


OREN  A.  PK<;K,  Fiu-uiture,  Main  Street.— In  the  town  of  Fair 
Haven  no  house  takes  a  higher  position  in  its  line  than  the  subject 
of  the  present  sketch.  Founded  in  186!),  at  the  present  location  by 
Mr.  Oren  A.  Peck  the  present  proprietor,  the  history  of  the  house  has 
been  one  of  continuous  entei-prise  and  progress,  while  the  patronage 
has  not  only  annually  increased  in  volume  but  also  in  the  area  over 
which  the  trade  of  the  establishment  is  distributed.  The  spacious 
premises  occupied  comprise  one  large,  four-story  and  basement 
building,  and  a  storehouse  containing  four  floors.  There  are  19,000 
square  feet  of  floor  surface  utilized  for  the  business  and  the  largest, 
most  elegant  stock  of  furniture  in  Vermont  is  to  be  found  here.  A 
large  and  influential  patronage  has  been  established  and  goods  are 
delivered  any  where  in  Vermont.  This  is  the  only  house  of  its  line 
in  town.  The  various  departments  are  at  all  times  replete  with  a 
carefully  selected  assortment  of  the  different  kinds  of  goods  handled, 
which  consists  of  carpets,  of  both  American  and  European  produc- 
tion, choice  designs  and  patterns  of  parlor  and  chamber  furniture, 
and  a  full  line  of  undertaking  goods,  embracing  fine  and  medium 
caskets,  robes,  etc.,  also  two  fine  hearses.  All  orders  receive  prompt 
attention  and  all  goods  are  delivered  free  of  charge.  A  force  of 
hands  is  constantly  employed  sufficient  for  the  demands  of  the  busi- 
ness. Four  delivery  wagons  are  kept  and  one  light  casket  wagon, 
also  two  others  of  medium  size,  and  one  heavy  wagon  that  will  carry 
six  chamber  suits  at  one  time.  All  goods  are  selected  with  the  rare 
judgment  only  possible  to  those  with  long  practical  experience, 
while  the  prices  quoted  are  uniformly  low,  the  result  of  cai-ef ul  con- 
sideration in  the  purchase  of  the  goods.  Mr.  Peck  was  at  one  time 
employed  for  five  years  in  a  furniture  store  in  Rutland,  and  in  an- 
other store  in  the  same  place  for  three  years,  and  was  for  three  years 
the  proprietor  of  an  undertaking  establishment.  He  held  the  office 
of  first  selectman  seven  years,  was  trustee  of  the  village  five  years, 
and  had  charge  of  laying  the  water- works.  He  is  a  native  of  Ver- 
mont and  an  enterprising,  prominent  business  man. 

O.  A.  PROCTOR,  Meat  Market.— A  pei-son  who  visits  the 
market  of  Mr.  O.  A.  Proctor,  is  at  once  impressed  with  its  clean,  neat 
arrangement  and  the  careful  attention  that  is  bestowed  upon  all  the 
details  in  connection  with  the  place.  The  refrigerator  is  kept  pure  and 
sweet,  and  the  floor,  benches,  blocks  and  counters  are  free  from  any 
suggestion  of  diit.  The  stock  that  Mr.  Proctor  carries  is  the  choicest 
in  the  market,  including  beef,  mutton,  veal,  lamb.  pork,  fowls, 
game,  birds,  lard,  tripe,  lamb's  tongues,  pigs'  feet,  sausage.*;,  mince- 
meat, salt  pork,  smoked  and  fresh  hams,  delicious  roasts  and  broils, 
dried  beef,  corned  beef,  spare-ribs,  loins,  chops,  vegetables,  potatoes, 
tomatoes,  greens,  beets,  cabbage,  onions,  peas,  beans,  turnips, 
fruits,  apples,  pears,  country  produce,  eggs,  butter,  cheese,  etc.  Mr. 
Proctor  handles  flve  carcasses  of  beef,  five  hogs  and  from  two  to 
nine  sheep  per  week.  He  has  a  most  flourishing  trade,  which  he  has 
been  controlling  since  his  establishment  in  business  in  1875.  His 
store,  20  X  50  feet,  is  a  model  of  what  a  first-class  market  slu^uld  be. 
Mr.  Proctor  was  born  in  this  village  and  has  grown  up  with  a  full 
knowledge  of  the  tastes  and  requirements  of  the  people.  He  is  a 
thoroughly  reliable  business  man  and  f>opular  socially,  being  a  mem- 
ber of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  the  G.  A.  R.  He  .served  gallantly  for 
eleven  months  during  the  war  in  the  14th  Vt.  Reg.,  Co.  D. 

O.  C.  RUCHIjEATJ,  Baker.— Among  the  best  known  bakers  of 
Fair  Haven,  is  O.  C.  Ruchleau,  who  established  his  business  here  in 
1887,  succeeding  Mr.  L.  Patten,  who  in  turn  had  succeeded  Mr.  E. 
Broggs,  the  founder  of  the  bakeshop.  Mr.  Ruchleau  is  one  of  the 
best  known  bakers  of  this  section,  and  by  reason  of  his  long  expe- 
rience, is  among  the  most  expert.  A  native  of  New  York,  his  taste 
seemed  to  turn  in  this  direction,  and  he  began  by  working  for  the 
Rutland  Cracker  Company  four  years.  He  was  with  a  Burlington 
bakery  flve  years;  five  years  more  he  worked  in  Vermont  and  Massa- 
chusetts, and  then  in  Connecticut  eight  years.  He  bakes  eveiytliing 
at  his  place,  excepting  crackers.  He  prodm-es  the  .choicest  flour, 
butter,  eggs,  lard,  sugar,  spices  and  flavoring  extracts  and  turns  out 
delicious  bread,  biscuits,  mils,  buns,  jiies  from  every  fruit,  wedding, 
fancy,  plain,  pound,  fruit  and  sponge  cake,  wine  cake,  plum  pud- 
dings, knick-knacks,  doughnuts,  fried  cakes,  cookies,  ladies'  fingere, 
etc.  Mr.  Ruchleau  has  labored  hard  and  patiently  and  made  a  wide 
success  of  his  store.  In  addition  to  his  bakeshop,  he  has  a  Iimcheon 
room,  where  delicacies,  tea.  coffee,  rich  milk,  cream,  and  choice  eata- 
bles may  be  had.    His  place  is  a  neatly  kept  and  very  ponid.ar  resort. 


FAIR     II A  VEX,     VERMONT. 


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IW.  F.  MEAD,  K.  W.  PARKHURST,  Druggists,  81 
Main  Street.— Mr.  Mead  established  this  -business  in  1883,  the  present 
firm  having  been  organized  in  1890.  They  have  a  large  and  neatly 
furnished  store,  with  attractive  show  windows  and  cases  and  a 
bright  array  of  shelf  goods.  In  the  rear  part  of  the  store  they  carry 
a  full  hne  of  paints,  oils,  coloi-s,  putty,  dryers,  etc.  Their  drugs 
comprise  everything  in  the  medical  line,  drugs,  chemicals,  ex- 
tracts, essential  oils,  eUxirs,  patent  medicines,  salves,  ointments, 
plasters,  botanical  goods,  gums,  powders,  toilet  goods,  brushes, 
combs,  soaps,  perfumes,  tooth  pastes,  face  preparations,  and  an 
endless  lot  of  stock  always  found  in  a  first-class  drug  store.  They 
also  sell  confections  and  are  the  agents  for  various  school  books  and 
supplies.  Their  prescription  department  is  one  of  the  very  impor- 
tant features  of  their  store,  all  prescriptions  receiving  prompt  atten- 
tion and  being  skilfully  filled.  This  department  has  received  the 
endorsement  of  allleading  physicians.  Mr.  Mead,  prior  to  entering 
upon  his  business  career,  was  a  practical  druggist  and  has  had  four- 
teen years  experience  in  this  line.  He  is  a  worthy  business  man  and 
a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  Mr.  Parkhurst  is  a  young  man,  a  na- 
tive of  Illinois,  and  a  member  of  the  Eureka  Lodge  F.  and  A.  M. 
No.  75,  and  of  the  S.  of  V. 

S.  ».  WIIililAMS  &  SON,  Boots  and  Shoes.— The  boot  and 
shoe  house  of  Williams  &  Son,  was  established  in  1850  by  Mr.  Wil- 
liams, at  Benson,  where  he  remained  two  years.  He  then  moved  to 
Hydeville,  carrying  on  business  there  thirty  years  and  in  1880,  he 
came  to  Fair  Haven.  Messrs.  Williams  &  Son,  as  the  firm  now 
stands,  carry  a  complete  line  of  every  article  that  is  sold  in  a  boot 
and  shoe  store,  men,  women's,  misses',  boj's",  and  infants"  boots,  shoes 
slippers,  gaiters,  overshoes,  rubbers,  etc.,  findings,  dressing,  black- 
ing and  brushes.  They  have  a  most  tastefully  arranged  salesroom 
18  by  30  feet,  a  shop  in  the  rear,  where  they  make  custom  work  and 
repairing  a  specialty,  and  a  store-room  on  the  second  floor;  while 
they  carry  a  full  line  of  rubber  goods  in  the  basement.  They  do  a 
good  bit  of  manufacturing  to  order  and  control  a  trade  from  the 
best  people  in  town  and  vicinity.  Mr.  Williams,  Sr.,  is  a  native  of 
Poultney,  and  has  served  as  justice  of  the  peace.  He  is  an  upright, 
just  man,  and  very  popular.  His  son,  5Ir.  Edwin  J.  Williams,  was 
bom  in  Hydeville.  He  is  a  young  man,  apt  and  energetic.  The  firm 
of  Williams  &  Son  stands  high  in  the  business  community,  its  motto 
being  good  goods  and  honest  dealing. 

JOHN  E.  RUTIiEDGE,  Livery  Stable.— One  of  the  most 
prominent  livery  stables  in  Fair  Haven  is  that  of  which  Mr.  John  E . 
Rutledge  is  the  proprietor.  The  site  occupied  by  this  prosperous 
and  popular  establishment  has  been  used  for  livery  purposes  for 
over  one  hundred  years.  Mr.  D.  B.  Carlton  was  proprietor  in  1860, 
and  he  was  succeeded  by  W.  H.  Streeter,  W.  C.  Mound  and  B.  W. 
Roberts,  the  present  proprietor  assuming  control  in  1888.  The  prem- 
ises occupied  comprise  a  four-story  building,  40  x  80  feet  in  dimen- 
sions and  a  large  carriage  house.  The  stables  are  well  lighted,  ven- 
tilated, and  drained,  while  every  attention  is  given  by  careful  grooms 
to  the  care  and  welfare  of  the  stock.  Accomodations  are  provided 
for  a  large  number  of  horses,  and  a  splendid  line  is  constantly  kept 
for  hire  at  reasonable  rates,  comprising  single  drivers,  matched 
pairs,  four  horse,  etc.  Over  sixty  carriages  are  kept,  including 
coaches,  hacks,  excui-sion  wagons,  etc.  He  keeps  for  sale  agricul- 
tural implements,  wagons,  and  harnesses.  The  proprietor  has  had 
large  experience  in  the  care,  treatment  and  training  of  horses  and  is 
considered  a  reUable  authority  upon  the  subject.  He  has  built 
up  his  business  by  honorable,  legitimate  and  pains  taking  methods, 
by  strict  attention  to  details  and  by  courteous  and  liberal  treatment 
of  patrons  and  the  public,  being  careful  at  the  same  time,  to  have 
his  equipages  furnished  in  the  finest  style,  his  horses  safe,  speedy 
and  reliable,  and  to  place  his  charges  at  a  fair  and  reasonable  fig- 
ure. Mr.  Rutledge  is  thoroughly  experienced  in  every  detail  of  the 
business,  having  been  proprietor  of  a  hotel  in  Brandon  and  in  Fair 
Haven  for  several  years,  both  of  which  have  liveries  in  connection. 
Mr.  Rutledge  is  a  native  of  Ireland,  but  came  to  this  country  when  an 
infant. 

REDFIEI^D  PRINTING  COMtPANY,  East  Park  Place- 
Mr.  Frank  W.  Redfield  was  born  in  New  York  state,  and  came  to  this 
place  in  1879.  Thoroughly  experienced  and  practical  in  all  branches 
of  this  trade,  he  purchased  a  newspaper  plant,  and  in  connection 
with  job  printing,  he  conducted  a  paper  three  years,  when  he  dis- 


posed of  tlie  paper,  and  has  since  devoted  his  entire  time  to  job 
printing.  While  in  the  newspaper  business,  Mr.  Redfield  became 
convinced  that  the  business  of  job  printing  in  this  section  could  be 
made  an  extensive  one,  if  an  ofHce  was  fitted  up  to  handle  the  work 
for  state  manufacturers  that  was  daily  sent  to  the  cities,  for  the  rea- 
son that  no  country  office  was  capable  of  doing  the  work,  and  with 
this  aim  in  view,  the  Redfield  Printing  Company  has  fitted  up  their 
otflce  to  do  this  special  branch  of  work,  and  control  the  whole  of  the 
state  trade  printing  throughout  this  section  of  the  country,  besides 
doing  an  extensive  business  in  commercial,  book,  pamphlet  and  gen- 
eral job  printing.  The  entire  outfit  of  this  office  is  new,  with  fast 
presses,  and  all  the  latest  designs  in  type  and  improved  machinery, 
making  the  facilities  equal  to  the  best  city  office,  while  the  class  of 
work  is  eicelled  by  none.  Estimates  are  furnished,  and  contracts 
made  and  executed  on  time  and  satisfactorily.  Mr.  Redfield  was  the 
first  printer  to  use  slate  imposing  stones,  and  he  has  since  introduced 
them  quite  generally,  having  sold  them  to  leading  printers  in  every 
state  in  the  union.  Mr.  Redfield  is  a  pleasant,  intelligent  and  popu- 
lar gentleman,  a  first-class  printer,  and  highly  respected  in  the  com- 
munity, and  is  an  active  member  of  the  Masonic  fraternity.  He  ia 
also  secretary  of  the  Western  Vermont  Agricultural  Society  and  the 
Gentlemen's  Driving  Association. 

W.  H.  PEIiKEir,  Manufacturer  of  Slate  and  Marble  Columns, 
also  Mantel  Irons,  Shop  Stoves,  Plow  Castings.  Light  Gray  Iron 
Castings  a  Specialty.— Among  the  examples  of  highly  successful 
home  talent  in  Fair  Haven  is  W.  H.Pelkey,  the  well  known  manufac- 
turer of  slate  and  marble  columns,  mantel  irons,  shop  stoves,  plow- 
castings,  and  a  specialty  in  light  gray  iron  castings.  His  extensive 
works  on  First  Avenne  comprise  a  mill,  26  x  60,  the  machinery  es- 
sential to  the  production  of  his  goods,  and  a  steam  engine  of  25  horse- 
power. His  slate  and  marble  are  received  as  they  come  from  the 
quarries  and  then  transformed  into  the  substantial,  highly  polished 
and  artistic  columns  which  the  works  turn  out.  Mr.  Pelkey  was  an 
artisan  in  slate  and  marble  for  fifteen  years,  familiarizing  himself 
with  every  detail  of  the  work  as  well  as  perfecting  himself  as  to  the 
styles  and  qualities  of  material.  In  his  extensive  iron  foundiy  he 
has  every  facility  for  the  manufacture  of  first-class  goods  in  the  line 
of  shop  stoves,  plow  castings  and  other  articles  as  enumerated.  Mr. 
Pelkey  opened  his  establishment  in  1885,  and  in  the  very  outset  it  was. 
apparent  that  he  was  the  right  man  in  the  right  place.  Thoroughly 
up  in  his  business,  determined  in  his  undertakings,  active  and  not 
afraid  of  exertion,  he  rapidly  elbowed  his  way  to  the  front  and  is  in. 
command  of  one  of  the  nicest  trades  in  the  city. 

G.  li.  GUTTERSON,  Dentist,  Main  Street.— Dr.  G.  L.  Gutterson 
is  one  of  the^est  known  dentists  in  Fair  Haven,  having  finely  fitted! 
rooms  in  Main  Street,  on  the  second  floor,  his  office  being  supplied 
with  all  the  modern  appliances  known  to  the  profession  of  dentistry. 
Graduated  from  the  Boston  Dental  College,  Dr.  Gutterson  established 
his  office  in  Fair  Haven  in  1883.  He  is  now  in  the  way  of  an  excel- 
lent practice  among  the  best  people  of  this  vicinity  and  turns  out  ex- 
cellent work.  He  is  a  most  skilful  worker,  as  is  shown  by  his  exam- 
ples of  extracting,  excavating,  treating  and  filling  teeth,  providing 
crown  fillings  and  sets  of  false  teeth.  Dr.  Gutterson  is  a  gentleman 
who  exercises  the  utmost  care  in  all  of  his  operations.  He  goes, 
about  his  work  systematically  and  with  absolute  confidence  in  his 
own  abilities.  He  is  popular  and  enjoys  a  constant  increase  of  busi- 
ness. He  is  noted  for  his  upright  dealings.  Dr.  Gutterson  is  a  na- 
tive of  Vermont. 

PARK  VIEW  HOUSE,  D.  J.  Rutledge,  Proprietor.— This, 
hotel  was  established  in  1882  by  a  stock  company.  It  is  a  four-story 
brick  building,  and  is  fitted  in  the  most  modern  style,  steam  heated, 
etc.,  while  it  has  accommodations  for  one  hundred  guests.  Eighteen 
persons  are  employed  and  the  house  is  in  every  respect  first-class, 
from  its  neat,  pleasant  office  to  the  fine  dining-room  and  cleanly 
kitchen.  There  are  billiard,  bath  and  sample  rooms,  a  barber-shop, 
and  a  flne  livery  stable  attached.  Mr.  Rutledge  leased  the  house  in 
1884  from  the  company,  and  in  1886  C.  R.  Allen  purchased  the  prop- 
erty, which  he  still  owns.  The  Park  View  is  patronized  by  the  lead- 
ing travelers  who  come  to  Fair  Haven.  The  fame  of  Mr.  Rutledge's 
management  has  made  this  hou.se  one  of  the  favored  ones  of  the 
state.  The  tables  are  supplied  with  all  of  the  best  viands  that  the 
market  affords,  and  everything  possible  is  done  for  the  comfort  of 
guests. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

POULTNEY. 


HE  first  settlement  was  made  in  Poultney,  April  15,  1771,  by  Ebenezer  Allen  and 
Thomas  Ashley.  They  were  men  of  bold,  fearless  spirits,  athletic  and  firm  constitu- 
tions. They  commenced  in  West  Poultney  near  what  was  known  as  the  Turnpike 
bridge.  They  erected  shanties  for  their  families,  and  Mr.  Allen  had  a  son  born  the 
same  year,  which  was  the  first  white  child  born  in  Poultney.  Mr.  Allen  remained  but  a 
few  years  in  town,  then  moved  to  Grand  Isle.  Mr.  Ashley  remained  in  town  and  on  the 
same  farm  until  his  death,  which  occurred  in  1810.  He  was  the  next  man  to  Allen  that 
entered  in  taking  the  fort  at  "Old  Ti,"  stood  at  the  head  of  the  stairs  as  sentinel,  while 
Allen  entered  the  room  of  the  Commander.  In  June,  1777,  about  thirty  families  were  settled  in 
this  township,  when  they  were  all  driven  from  their  homes  by  Burgoyne's  army  and  the  In- 
dians. The  town  had  been  settled  very  slowly  up  to  this  time,  owing  in  a  great  measure  to 
the  troubles  with  New  York  about  the  title  of  the  land.  Thus  the  early  inhabitants  had  not 
only  to  contend  with  poverty,  and  the  common  enemy  during  the  revolution,  but  with  the 
Yorkers,  who  would  often  send  out  their  sheriffs  with'  their  posse  to  drive  them  off  their  farms 
and  take  possession,  but  they  were  often  sternly  met  by  the  Green  Mountain  boys,  and  their 
leaders  not  unfrequently  made  to  feel  the  "Beach  Seal."  In  1783  the  first  house  of  worship 
was  erected;  previous  to  this  time  the  people  had  held  their  meetings  in  barns  in  summer,  and 
private  houses  in  winter.  The  first  post-office  was  probably  established  in  the  west  village 
about  January,  1799.  The  first  newspaper  printed  in  town  was  TAe  Poultney  Gazette  in  1822. 
In  1825,  the  Northern  Spectator  was  first  issued,  and  was  discontinued  in  1830.  It  was 
at  this  office  that  Horace  Greeley  learned  the  printer's  trade.  The  Poultney  Owl  was  published 
about  six  months  in  1867,  and  the  Poultney  Bulletin  in  1868.  This  paper  came  to  an  end  in 
1873,  and  the  establishment  was  sold  to  Mr.  R.  J.  Humphrey,  who  commenced  the  publication 
of  The  Poultney  Journal,  December  19,  1873.  Poultney  has  continued  to  thrive  and  prosper 
and  is  one  of  the  most  thriving  villages  of  its  size  in  the  state.  It  is  seventy  miles  from 
Montpelier  and  eighteen  miles  southwest  from  Rutland.  Its  population  is  2,717.  The  village 
is  beautifully  situated  on  the  banks  of  Poultney  River,  and  on  the  line  of  the  Rutland  and 
Washington  railroad.  The  village  owes  much  of  its  prosperity  to  the  development  of  the  slate 
industr}',  and  these  quarries  and  shops  in  connection,  together  with  other  manufactories,  give 
employment  to  a  large  force  of  workingmen.  Besides  the  several  slate  companies  here,  there 
are  manufacturers  of  boots  and  shoes,  of  carriages  and  sleighs,  of  flour  and  feed,  of  furniture, 
handsleds,  harnesses,  and  ink ;  there  is  a  foundry  and  machine  shop,  a  job  printing-office,  a 
lumber,  door,  sash  and  blind  mill.  The  goods  turned  out  are  noted  for  their  superior  char- 
acter and  general  excellence ;  but  the  leading  and  staple  industry  is  the  quarrying,  polishing 
and  manufacturing  of  articles  from  slate  which  is  noted  the  world  over  as  being  of  very  supe- 
rior quality.  The  slate  quarries  are  invaluable  to  this  village,  and  it  is  fortunate  for  Poultney 
and  the  country  generally  that  the  stock  is  abundant,  since  the  demand  for  it  from  all  sections 
of  the  Union  is  constantly  increasing.  A  large  number  of  firms  are  engaged  in  quarrying  and 
others  conduct  an  extensive  business  in  the  manufacture  of  mantels  and  billiard  table  beds,  while 
others  manufacture  roofing  slate  exclusively.     With  the  best  of  railroad  facilities  giving  an  advantage 

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in  the-  matter  of  freights,  and  with  low  rents,  taxes,  and  cost  of  living,  the  merchants  of  Poultney 
are  in  a  position  to  offer  these  commodities  at  lower  rates  than  those  charged  in  the  stores  of 
larger  and  more  populous  towns.  In  the  important  particular  of  school  facilities,  Poultney  is 
abreast  with  the  times,  and  the  different  schools  are  model  institutions  of  their  kind  and  sup- 
plied with  all  modern  appliances  and  advantages.  The  Troy  Conference  Academy  is  located 
here,  and  is  in  a  flourishing  condition.  Poultney  has  five  churches,  viz.:  the  Baptist,  Methodist, 
Episcopal,  Welsh  Presbyterian,  and  Roman  Catholic,  and  many  of  these  edifices  are  of  imposing 
proportions. 

As  a  place  of  residence,  Poultney  possesses  many  attractions.  The  arts  and  sciences  are 
cultivated  here.  With  her  large  and  increasing  population,  her  manufacturing  enterprises,  her 
commercial  activity  and  her  many  other  advantages  already  pointed  out,  Poultney  offers  a  splen- 
did   field   for   the   capitalist,    the    manufacturer,    and    the    merchant. 


THE  POULTNEY  SLATE  COMPANY.— A  promi- 
nent and  leading  industry  of  its  character  in  Poultney  is  the  Poult- 
ney Slate  Company,  which  was  formed  and  incorporated  under 
the  laws  of  Vermont  in  May,  1890.  This  quarry  was  first  opened  by 
the  Poultney  Slate  Works  in  1878,  and  was  succeeded  by  the  Lake 
View  Company  in  1888.  From  twenty-flve  to  thirty-five  acres  of 
•quarry  land  are  owned  by  the  company  and  the  works  are  fitted  up 
with  all  necessary  machinery  operated  by  steam.  From  70  to  120 
feet  of  slate  are  taken  from  the  quarry  per  day,  and  employment  is 
^iven  to  from  twenty-flve  to  forty  workmen,  and  from  five  to  ten 
teams  are  employed  drawing  slate  to  the  station,  a  distance  of  three 
miles.  The  company  manufacture  from  600  to  1200  squares  of  slate 
per  month,  1st  quality  purple,  variegated  and  sea  green,  and  they 
also  buy  largely'.  Their  trade  extends  to  all  parts  of  the  United  States, 
their  largest  trade  being  in  the  western  states.  They  also  have  a  large 
local  trade.  Their  main  office  is  at  Poultney,  and  they  also  have  an 
office  at  No.  115  Broadway,  New  York.  The  secretary  and  treasurer, 
Mr.  T.  J.  Mather,  resides  in  Morristown,  N.  J.,  and  is  a  prominent  and 
wealthy  lawyer.  Mr.  M.  B.  Mayhar,  the  president  of  the  company,  is 
a  native  of  Vermont,  is  a  resident  of  Poultney  and  is  respected  and 
esteemed  as  one  of  the  ablest  and  most  enterprising  business  men  of 
the  town. 

m.  J.  HORTON,  Hardware,  No.  40  Main  Street.— The  vast  va- 
riety of  implements  and  utensils,  classed  under  the  head  of  general 
hardware,  renders  this  trade  of  great  importance  in  every  community. 
The  housekeeper,  the  builder,  the  mechanic  -and  the  farmer  all  have 
their  special  wants,  and  each  in  turn  must  come  to  the  hardware  store 
to  have  those  wants  supplied.  A  leading  headquarters  in  this  line 
of  trade  in  Poultney  is  the  establishment  of  which  Mr.  M.  J.  Horton 
is  the  proprietor.  The  business  of  this  house  was  established  in  1877. 
The  premises  consist  of  one  floor,  30  x  120  feet  in  dimensions  with  a 
large  .salesroom  in  front,  devoted  to  groceries  and  light  hardware. 
In  the  rear  of  the  first  floor  is  a  large  room  filled  with  a  stock  of 
•stoves,  ranges,  etc.,  and  also  lamps  and  glassware,  cutlery  and  shelf 
hardware.  The  basement  is  utilized  for  heavy  goods,  and  two  large 
buildings  in  the  rear  are  used,  one  for  a  tin  shop  and  the  other  for 
storing  goods.  He  employs  two  tinsmiths,  one  plumber,  and  three 
•clerks.  It  combines  everything  known  to  the  trade  in  manufacturers' 
supplies,  heavy  and  shelf  hardware,  direct  from  producers,  at  most 
advantageous  rates,  and  is  offered  to  the  customers  at  prices  rarely 
duplicated  by  competing  houses.  Mr.  Horton  is  prepared  at  all 
times  to  supply  customers  to  the  full  extent  of  their  wants  and  in 
the  promptest  and  most  satisfactory  manner.  He  was  clerk  in  a 
drug  store  from  1861  to  1866  and  was  book-keeper  in  an  insurance 
office  from  1866  to  1867.  He  has  held  the  office  of  town  clerk,  town 
treasurer,  selectman,  and  water  commissioner.  He  is  a  member  of 
the  F.  and  A.  M.,  is  Past  Master  of  the  lodge,  and  High  Priest  of  the 
chapter;  a  member  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F.  and  Grand  Master  of  the  state 
of  Vermont,  a  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.  and  organized  the  Post  in  this 
place  and  was  its  first  commander.  He  is  a  native  of  Vermont, 
served  in  the  army  as  a  member  of  Company  E,  51st  Massachusetts 
Infantry,  and  is  honored  and  esteemed  by  his  fellow  men  in  all  the 
various  relations  of  life.  Appointed  colonel  on  governor's  staff  last 
November. 


W.  W.  HIBBARD,  Books,  Stationery,  Etc.,  Main  St.— Mr. 
W.  W.  Hibbard  maintains  a  most  enviable  reputation  in  consequence 
of  his  superior  stock  of  goods  and  honorable  business  methods.  Mr. 
Hibbard  is  a  Vermonter  by  birth  and  started  out  in  business  life  as  a 
physician  in  Hebron,  N.  Y.  State,  but  relinquished  practice  there 
and  came  to  this  place  in  1863  and  followed  the  dental  profession  for 
three  years,  after  which  he  opened  a  pharmacy  and  carried  that  on 
until  1872,  when  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise,  and  at  once  developed 
a  very  large  and  substantial  patronage.  He  occupies  a  spacious 
store,  that  is  admirably  adapted  to  the  business  and  fitted  up  with 
every  convenience.  The  book  department  contains  the  standard 
works  on  history,  biographies,  memoirs,  travels,  encyclopedias,  dic- 
tionaries, travels,  essays,  letters  of  eminent  persons,  etc.,  religious 
works  of  all  sects,  Sunday  school  books,  works  of  fiction  by  the  most 
eminent  writers,  poems,  and  all  the  cheap  library  editions.  The 
stock  of  school  supplies  embraces  all  the  approved  text  books,  blank 
stationery,  inks,  pens,  pencils,  slates,  etc.,  also  counting  room  sup- 
plies, of  every  description;  art  materials  such  as  easels,  paints, 
colors,  crayons,  brushes,  bristol  and  other  boards,  etc.  He  also  re- 
ceives daily  all  the  leading  newspapers  from  the  principal  cities,  be- 
sides the  leading  weeklies,  pictorials,  magazines  and  periodicals 
soon  as  published.  His  stock  also  includes  an  endless  variety  of  art 
novelties  in  bronze,  brass,  bisque  and  majolica  ware,  toys  and  fancy 
goods  for  holiday  and  anniversary  presents,  etc.  Mr.  Hibbard  is  an 
enterprising  gentleman,  and  is  highly  respected. 


GEORGE  OT.  HERRICK,  Dry  Goods.  Groceries,  Etc.— A 
leading  and  most  prominent  house  in  Poultney  is  the  admirably  con- 
ducted and  flourishing  concern  of  George  M.  Herrick.  The  business 
was  established  in  1883,  by  Messrs.  M.  M.  &  M.  Myers  and  in  1886 
this  firm  was  succeeded  by  Myers  &  Herrick,  who  continued  the 
business  till  1891,  when  George  M.  Herrick  became  proprietor.  The 
premises  occupied  comprise  one  floor  and  basement,  30  x  60  feet  in 
dimensions.  The  front  room  is  used  as  a  salesroom  and  contains  at 
all  times  a  full  and  complete  stock  of  dry  goods,  groceries,  boots, 
shoes,  rubbers,  gents'  furnishing  goods,  wall  paper,  etc.  In  dry 
goods  the  stock  is  valuable  and  includes  dress  goods  in  all  the  new 
fabrics  and  shades,  house-furnishing  goods  at  lower  prices  than  are 
offered  elsewhere,  new  hosiery,  underwear,  corsets,  etc.,  also  trim- 
mings and  fancy  goods,  comprising  the  latest  novelties  in  the 
market,  a  complete  line  of  buttons,  embroidery  and  knitting  silk 
etc.,  is  also  kept.  In  the  grocery  department  will  be  found  a  com- 
plete stock  of  the  finest  teas  and  coffees,  the  purest  spices,  the  best 
brands  of  flour,  canned  goods  in  great  variety,  sugars,  molasses, 
syrups,  condiments,  table  delicacies  and  everything  pertaining  to 
the  staple  and  fancy  grocery  trade  is  kept  constantly  on  hand.  In 
gents'  furnishing  goods  the  stock  is  complete  and  well  selected,  and 
all  goods  are  sold  at  prices  that  defy  successful  competition.  The 
trade  of  this  popular  house  is  increasing  from  year  to  year.  The 
proprietor,  Mr.  G.  M.  Herrick  is  a  native  of  Poultney,  Vt.,  a  gradu- 
ate of  Troy  Conference  Academy,  and  is  a  young  man  of  energy  and 
enterprise  and  is  popular  with  the  general  public.  This  business  is 
conducted  on  a  strictly  cash  basis. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEAJ.  Til     OF 


G.  PARKER  &  SON,  Slate,  No.  37^  Main  Street.— The  red, 
purple  and  variegated  slate  produced  by  Messrs.  G.  Parker  &  Son, 
at  their  quarries  in  Hampton,  N.  Y.,  is  recognized  as  the  most 
desirable  roofing  material  on  this  continent.  It  has  been  quar- 
ried since  1860.  In  186.5,  the  business  was  taken  charge  of  by  Mr.  G. 
Parker,  the  present  firm  being  organized  in  1878  by  the  admission  of 
Mr.  E.  V.  Parker  to  partnership.  The  firm  own  thirty  acres  of 
quarry  land,  and  operate  two  quarries  which  are  thoroughly  equipped 
with  all  necessary  machinery  and  appliances,  and  employment  is 
given  to  some  twenty  skilled  workmen.  For  roofing  purposes  the 
slate  quarried  by  this  firm  possesses  qualities  rarely  equalled,  and 
never  surpassed,  its  hardness,  uniformity  and  non-absorbing  quali- 
ities  placing  it  supreme  over  all  other  materials  for  roofing.  The 
firm  stand  first  in  point  of  quality,  and  second  to  few  in  quantity,  as 
manufacturers  of  roofing  slate,  and  their  trade  is  local,  suburban 
and  country  wide.  All  slate  proves  as  represented,  is  guaranteed  in 
every  respect,  and  all  statements,  expressed  or  implied,  in  letter  and 
spirit  are  substantiated.  Messrs.  Parker  &  Son  are  also  proprietors 
of  a  restaurant  in  this  village,  located  on  Main  Street,  in  the  same 
building  with  the  office  of  the  slate  business.  There  are  separate 
apartments  for  ladies  and  gentlemen,  with  a  combined  capacity  for 
seating  twenty-five,  and  the  patronage  is  large,  first  class  and  infiu- 
ential.  Confectionery  and  cigars  are  also  carried.  The  senior  partner 
and  founder  of  the  slate  business  is  a  Massachusetts  man  by  biriii, 
and  came  to  Vermont  in  1865.  His  son  was  also  born  in  Massachu- 
etts,  and  is  a  member  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F. 

*'THE  CRYSTAl.,"  David  Williams.  Proprietor,  Fine  Fam- 
ily Groceries,  Choice  Fruit,  etc..  Main  Street.—"  The  Crystal "  is  one 
of  the  oldest  places  in  town,  its  early  proprietors  not  being  known. 
For  many  years,  E.  H.  Clayton  was  the  owner,  Mr.  Williams  having 
succeeded  him  in  June,  1890.  He  has  a  store  30  x  90  feet,  where  he 
carries  on  his  grocery  trade  and  a  dining-room,  large  enough  to 
accommodate  sixteen  pei'sons.    He  serves  meals  at  all  hours.    Mr. 


Williams  has  the  name  for  setting  an  excellent  table,  his  soups, 
joints,  broils,  desserts,  tea,  coffee  and  milk  being  the  choicest  that 
can  be  had  in  the  market.  His  groceiy  trade  is  very  extensive,  com- 
prising every  class  of  wares  usually  found  in  such  a  place,  including 
country  farm  produce,  vegetables,  butter,  cheese,  eggs,  flour,  corn- 
meal,  buckwheat  flour,  tea,  coffee,  sugar,  whole  and  ground  spices, 
shelf  and  counter  goods,  canned  and  preserved  goods,  apples,  cher- 
ries, strawberries,  currants,  peaches,  pears,  dried  fruits,  pine-apples, 
lemons,  oranges,  nuts,  pickled  goods,  citrons,  melons,  prunes,  mince- 
meat, syrups,  olives,  condensed  milk,  kerosene  oil,  starch,  washing 
and  baking  soda,  mustards,  flavoring  extracts,  chocolate,  jellie.'^. 
boiled  cider,  salt,  candles,  soaps,  cracked  wheat,  barley,  confection- 
ery of  all  sorts,  choice  cigars,  chewing  and  smoking  tobacco,  long 
cut,  plug  and  fine  cut,  pipes,  cigar  holders,  pouches,  etc. ;  household 
wooden  ware,  baskets,  and  a  full  line  of  crockery  and  glassware . 
Mr.  Williams  has  created  already  a  lively  trade  by  his  industry  and 
close  application  to  business,  in  addition  to  retaining  the  custom  of 
his  predecessors.    He  is  a  native  of  Wales. 

E.  1..  PATRICK,  Watches  &  Jewelry,  Main  Street.— Mr.  E. 
L.  Patrick,  established  his  business  here  in  1887.  Prior  to  that,  he 
had  been  engaged  in  the  same  line  at  Fort  Ann,  N.  Y. ;  previous  to 
which,  he  had  spent  three  years  in  learning  his  trade,  at  Chester, 
"Vt.  Mr.  Patrick's  practical  knowledge  is  therefore  a  vast  help  to  • 
him  and  he  puts  it  to  good  use  by  making  a  specialty  of  repairing 
watches,  clocks,  jewelry,  etc.,  of  which  he  carries  a  full  stock  of 
spectacles  and  eye-glasses.  Engagement,  wedding,  plain  rings, 
bracelets,  chains,  silver  ware,  spoons,  forks,  bric-a-brac,  vases,  etc., 
and  is  an  adept  at  repairing  and  regulating  watches.  He  has  reached 
that  stage  in  life  when  success  marks  his  efforts.  It  is  fully  deserved, 
however,  his  patronage  coming  from  the  best  people  of  this  village. 
He  is  prudent  and  loyal  to  business  integrity  and  very  popular- 
among  business  and  society  people.    He  is  a  native  of  New  York. 


CASTLETON. 


HE  charter  of  Castleton  was  granted  to  Samuel  Brown,  of  Stockbridge,  Mass.,  Septem- 
ber 22,  1761,  a  year  remarkable  in  the  annals  of  Vermont.  During  this  year  the 
first  permanent  settlement  on  the  west  side  of  the  Green  Mountains,  was  effected  at 
Bennington,  and  during  the  same  year  no  less  than  twenty-seven  townships  were  char- 
t  tered  in  what  now  constitutes  the  counties  of  Bennington,  Rutland  and  Addison.  The 
reason  for  this  sudden  influx  is  found  in  the  previously  unsettled  state  of  this  region. 
During  the  colonial  and  Indian  wars,  the  territory  of  Vermont  being  the  great  thoroughfare  for 
military  expeditions,  was  constantly  exposed  to  the  depredations  of  the  French  and  Indians. 
On  this  account  the  settlement  of  the  country  was  dangerous  and  impracticable.  The  conquest 
of  Canada  by  the  English  in  1760  removed  these  obstacles,  and  the  colonists  already  well  ac- 
quainted with  the  fertility  and  value  of  the  country,  having  often  passed  over  it  on  military 
expeditions,  hastened  to  secure  possession.  The  township  of  Castleton  is  situated  near  the 
center  of  Rutland  county.  It  contains  thirty-six  square  miles.  When  the  town  received  the  name 
of  Castleton  is  not  known,  but  it  is  supposed  that  it  was  called  after  a  man  by  the  name  of 
Castle,  of  whom  Col.  Bird  purchased  ninety-five  original  shares,  showing  that  he  was  a  large  pro- 
prietor, and  probably  gave  his  name  to  the  town.  The  grantees  were  seventy  in  number,  and 
Col.  Bird,  though  not  mentioned  as  one  of  them,  seems  to  have  been  one  of  the  largest  proprie- 
tors and  the  leading  man  at  proprietors'  meetings.  Cols.  Bird  and  Lee  of  Salisbury,  Ct.,  arrived 
in  Castleton  in  June,  1767,  and  during  the  season  a  log  cabin  was  built  on  a  bluff  in  the  south- 
westerly  part   of   the   township   on    what   was    afterwards    known    as   the   Clark   farm. 

Castleton  is  pleasantly  located  on  the  southern  bank  of  Castleton  River,  on  a  level  plain,, 
elevated  about  thirty  feet  above  the  stream.  The  surrounding  country  is  diversified  by  hill,. 
mountain,  lake,  river  and  rill,  has  a  salubrious  climate,  pure  water,  beautiful  scenery,  and  in; 
fact,   every    attribute    for    making   it   one   of    the    most   delightful    towns    in     the     country.       The   vil- 


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lage  contains  about  one  hundred  and  fifty  buildings  remarkable  for  a  uniform  neatness.  In 
the  village  are  four  churches :  Advent,  Congregationalist,  Episcopal,  Methodist,  and  Roman  Cath- 
olic;   a    town    hall,    a    dozen    or    more    stores    and    several    slate    mills. 


JOHN  HOWE,  Insurance  Agent. — The  leading  insurance 
agency  in  Castleton  is  that  established  by  Mr.  John  Howe  in  1880. 
He  has  had  a  long  experience  in  his  profession  and  has  not  only  suc- 
ceeded in  gaining  the  confidence  of  a  large  clientele,  but  also  the 
responsible  companies  he  represents,  which  are  the  New  England 
Fire  Insurance  Company  and  the  Hartford  Life  and  Annuity  Com- 
pany, having,  as  he  does,  absolute  control  of  the  business  of  these 
companies  in  this  section,  Mr.  Howe  is  not  only  enabled  to  offer 
very  superior  inducements,  but  also  to  insure  a  sure  and  prompt 
adjustment  of  such  losses  as  may  occur.  The  facilities  he  possesses 
as  a  fire  insurance  agent  has  placed  him  among  the  foremost  mem- 
bers of  the  underwriting  fraternity  in  this  section  of  the  state,  and 
entitle  him  to  the  extensive  business  which  he  enjoys,  and  which  he 
knows  so  well  how  to  foster  and  promote.  Mr.  Howe  is  prepared  to 
promptly  place  the  largest  as  well  as  smaller  risks,  distributing  the 
former  in  the  most  judicious  manner,  quoting  the  lowest  rates  obtain- 
able, and  guaranteeing  a  prompt  and  liberal  adjustment  of  all  losses. 
Mr.  Howe  is  deservedly  popular  in  the  community  in  which  he  lives, 
and  controls  the  insuring  of  many  of  the  choicest  and  most  valuable 
business  and  residential  properties  in  this  section.  Mr.  Howe  is  a 
native  of  Vermont,  a  lawyer  by  profession,  and  is  judge  of  the  Rut- 
land County  Court.  He  was  State's  Attorney  for  four  years,  is  the 
present  town  clerk,  and  is  highly  esteemed  both  in  business  and 
social  circles. 

A.  li.  KANSOOT,  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods.  Hats  and  Caps,  Boots 
and  Shoes,  Clothing,  Groceries,  etc.— This  business  was  founded 
originally  in  1870  by  Messrs.  Armstrong  Bros.,  who  were  succeeded 
by  Messrs.  Armstrong  &  Sherman,  when  they  in  turn  were  followed 
by  5Ir.  C.  S.  Sherman  alone,  who  carried  it  on  very  successfully  until 
188.3,  when  it  passed  into  the  control  of  its  present  proprietor,  who  is 
a  native  of  Castleton,  but  was  for  Ave  years  a  member  of  a  mercan- 
tile firm  in  North  Granville,  N.  Y.,  and  afterwards  for  two  years  in 
business  on  his  own  account  in  Whitehall,  N.  Y.,  and  aftenvards  re- 
turned to  his  native  place  and  eventually  assumed  his  present  posi- 
tion among  its  most  popular  business  men.  His  store  is  of  ample 
dimensions,  commodious  and  very  neatly  and  attractively  fitted  up, 
and  provided  with  every  convenience  for  the  successful  prosecution 
of  its  large  and  constantly  increasing  trade.  The  stock  carried  is 
full  and  complete,  embracing  a  splendid  assortment  of  general  mer- 
chandise, among  which  will  be  found  fine  cloths  and  cassimeres,  the 
latest  fashionable  patterns  and  colors  in  silks,  satins,  velvets, 
etc.,  ladies'  and  gents'  furnishings,  hats  and  caps  for  men, 
youths,  boys  and  children:  boots,  shoes  and  rubbers,  wall 
paper,  crockery,  etc.,  besides  an  almost  illimitable  assortment  of 
notions  and  small  wares.  His  stock  of  groceries  embraces  the  very 
purest  of  fresh  new-crop  teas,  coffees  and  spices;  best  brands  of 
canned  goods,  choice  flour,  fancy  creamery  butter,  salt  meats  and 
fish,  bakers'  and  laundry  supplies,  tobacco  and  cigars,  etc.  Taken 
altogether  the  stock  carried  is  one  of  the  most  complete  in  this  sec- 
tion of  the  state,  while  the  quality  is  imsurpassed,  and  prices  are  the 
very  lowest.  Polite  assistants  attend  to  the  wants  of  patrons 
promptly  and  spare  no  pains  to  please,  while  goods  are  delivered  at 
residences  free  of  charge.  Mr.  Ransom  is  an  enterprising  and  popu- 
lar man.  He  is  also  a  prominent  and  active  member  of  the  Masonic 
order,  and  a  consistent  observer  of  its  cardinal  principles. 

BOmOSEEN  HOUSE,  Horace  B.  Ellis,  Proprietor.— The 
Bomoseen  House  was  erected  some  twenty  years  ago,  by  Mr.  Wm. 
Batcheller,  and  became  the  property  of  the  present  proprietor,  Mr. 
Horace  B.  Ellis,  in  1869.  He  has  for  the  past  few  years  taken  the 
management  of  the  house  himself,  and  has  placed  it  upon  a  plane  of 
efficiency  and  popularity  before  unknown  in  its  history.  The  house 
is  built  of  brick,  three  stories  high,  40  x  100  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
two  ells,  measuring  40  x  60  feet  each,  and  has  first-class  accommo- 
dations for  100  guests.  No  luxury  afforded  in  situation,  surroundings 
modern  conveniences  and  ability  of  management  in  any  hotel  in  the 
state,  is  lacking  at  the  Bomoseen.  It  is  located  on  the  principal 
street  in  the  village,  within  easy  reach  of  the  depot,  and  is  conven- 
ient alike  to  the  permanent  patron,  the  commercial  tourist  and  the 


transient  guest.  Tlie  looms  are  elegantly  furnished,  every  safety  is 
provided  in  case  of  fire,  while  as  regards  sanitary  arrangements,  tlie 
Bomoseen  House  is  unexcelled.  A  first-class  livery,  fine  billiard  and 
pool  rooms,  a  bowling  alley,  bath  rooms,  sample  rooms,  telegraph 
and  telephone  coiniection,  are  among  the  necessities  of  modern  hotel 
life  provided  for  the  use  of  guests.  The  cuisine  of  the  house  is 
worthy  of  special  praise,  being  under  the  most  experienced  manage- 
ment, and  kept  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence.  Mr.  Ellis  is 
a  liberal  caterer,  and  supplies  his  table  with  fresh  vegetables  and 
dairy  products  from  his  own  farm  near  the  village.  He  also  owns  a 
large  three-story  house  opposite  the  Bomoseen  which  he  uses  as  an 
overflow  house  for  summer  boarders,  as  this  is  a  noted  sunmier 
resort,  and  both  houses  are  filled  during  that  season  of  the  year  with 
tourists  and  pleasure  seekers  from  all  parts  of  the  country.  Lake 
Bomoseen,  a  lovely  sheet  of  water  eight  miles  long  and  two  miles 
wide,  is  within  easy  reach  and  affords  fine  boating  facilities,  while 
the  surrounding  country  is  distinguished  for  delightful  drives  and 
numerous  places  of  interest.  Mr.  Ellis  is  a  native  Vermonter,  a 
prominent  real  estate  owner  and  Is  closely  identified  with  the  growth 
and  prosperity  of  Castleton. 


W.  S,  PRESTON,  Jewelry,  Etc.— This  well-known  and 
old-established  house  was  founded  originally  by  Mr.  L.  W.  Pres- 
ton, father  of  the  present  proprietor,  in  1848,  and  was  conducted 
by  him  most  successfully  until  1882,  when  he  was  succeeded  by 
his  son  George  L.,  who  carried  it  on  very  ably  and  creditably 
until  his  deeply  lamented  death  in  1885,  when  it  passed  into  the 
present  hands.  The  premises  utilized  for  the  business  are  commodi- 
ous, comprising  a  very  neatly  and  appropriately  appointed  store, 
with  workshop  in  the  rear.  The  store  is  provided  with  every  facility 
for  the  transaction  of  business,  and  contains  a  very  fine  assortment 
of  gold  and  silver,  American  and  European  watches  and  clocks;  rare 
and  precious  gems  set  in  the  most  unique  and  original  styles,  wedding, 
engagement,  and  souvenir  rings,  pendants,  brooches,  bracelets,  etc., 
solid  silver  and  plated  ware,  fine  cutlery,  eye-glasses,  spectacles  and 
optical  goods,  guns,  rifles,  revolvers,  small  musical  instruments  and 
merchandise,  fishing  tackle,  etc.,  etc.  These  goods  are  all  of  the 
very  best  quality,  guaranteed  to  be  as  represented  and  offered  at  the 
very  lowest  prices.  A  specialty  is  the  repairing  of  fine  watches, 
clocks  and  jewelry,  and  all  work  is  warranted  to  give  satisfaction. 

F.  E.  MASCOTT  Sc  CO.,  Carriage  Painters.— A  prominent 
and  progressive  firm  in  this  section  of  the  state  is  that  of  F.  E.  Mas- 
cott  &  Co.  The  business  of  carriage  and  sign  painting  was  estab- 
lished in  1878  and  the  manufacturing  was  added  in  1886.  The  prem- 
ises occupied  comprise  a  two-story  building,  the  first  floor  being  de- 
voted to  manufacturing  and  the  second  floor  to  painting.  They 
manufacture  heavy  wagons  and  purchase  the  light  carriages  in 
white  and  paint  and  trim  them  for  market.  Their  trade  in  carriage 
and  sign  painting  is  large  and  constantly  increasing.  Five  skilled 
workmen  are  constantly  employed,  and  the  trade  extends  through- 
out Rutland  county.  Being  provided  with  all  the  necessary  auxilia- 
ries, employing  only  the  most  skilled  workmen,  he  has  succeeded  in 
establishing  a  claim  to  a  just  share  of  public  favor,  and  any  one 
entrusting  him  with  their  orders  may  rely  upon  receiving  prompt 
attention  and  good  work.  His  success  or  the  success  of  the  firm  is 
largely  attributable  to  the  fact  that  Mr.  Mascott  is  himself  a  practi- 
cal workman,  and  knowing  as  he  does  every  detail  of  his  business, 
he  never  leaves  the  execution  of  any  order  to  subordinates,  but  per- 
sonally supervises  its  completion.  3Ir.  Mascott  was  employed  as  a 
painter  in  Castleton  for  three  years  and  spent  one  year  in  Boston 
learning  the  trade.  The  firm  deal  in  carriage  paints  and  varnishes, 
oils,  turpentine,  Japan,  shellac,  hard  drying  oil,  etc.,  also  house 
paints,  best  brands  of  white  or  tinted  lead,  either  in  paste  or  liquid 
form,  fire-proof  and  floor  paint.  This  firm  started  February  1,  1891, 
in  the  undertaking  business  at  the  same  location  and  already  have  a 
large  business.  They  carry  a  flrst-class  stock  of  caskets,  coffins  and 
undertakers'  requisites  of  every  description.  Bodies  are  embalmed 
and  funerals  conducted  in  the  best  manner  the  duties  at  all  times 
being  performed  satisfactorily. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

ST.  ALBANS. 


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'HE  town  of  St.  Albans,  delightfully  situated  on  the  east  shore  of  Lake  Champlain, 
was  granted  a  charter  by  Bennington  Wentworth,  Esq.,  the  royal  governor  of  the 
province  of  New  Hampshire,  August  17,  1763.  The  town  has  Swanton  on  the 
north,  Fairfield  on  the  east  and  Georgia  on  the  south;  the  west  side  is  indented  by 
a  bay  called  by  the  Indians,  Bellamaqueam  Bay,  which  is  about  two  and  one  half  miles 
in  length  by  one  half  mile  to  one  mile  in  width.  The  indentation  of  the  bay  gives  to 
the  town  an  irregular  shape,  it  being  nearly  nine  miles  from  its  extreme  eastern  to  its 
western  limit,  while  from  north  to  south  it  is  but  about  five  miles.  The  portion  lying  west 
of  the  bay  is  called  St.  Albans  Point  and  is  in  length  about  two  and  one  half  miles  by  one 
half  mile  to  about  two  miles  in  width.  The  western  shore  is  called  Maquam  from  its  proxim- 
ity to  Maquam  Bay  in  Swanton.  This  name  is  a  corruption  of  the  original  Indian  name 
which   was    Bopquam, 

Along  the  eastern  border  of  the  town  rises  a  range  of  hills,  the  southernmost  and  loftiest 
point  of  which  called  Bellevue,  affords  one  of  the  finest  prospects  in  the  country,  taking  in 
the  highly  cultivated  valley  of  the  Champlain,  with  its  numerous  villages ;  the  lake,  with  its 
beautiful  islands ;  the  mountains  in  the  rear  of  Montreal  and  other  Canadian  mountains ;  the 
Adirondacks  on  the  southwest  and  the  Green  Mountain  range  on  the  east.  There  is  another 
hill  in  the  south  part  of  the  town,  called  Prospect  Hill,  and  another,  half  a  mile  north  of  the 
village    called    Aldis    Hill. 

The  soil  of  St.  Albans  is  a  rich  loam,  well  adapted  to  the  growth  of  the  several  cereal 
crops  and  producing  luxuriant  grass.  There  is  little  waste  land  in  town,  the  hills  being 
arable  nearly  to  their  summits  and  affording  excellent  pasturage  for  cattle  and  sheep,  St. 
Albans  village  is  in  the  midst  of  an  excellent  farming  region,  most  of  the  farmers  being  edu- 
cated and  scientific  men  employing  all  the  modern  improvements  in  agricultural  implements  and 
producing    some    of   the    finest   butter    and    maple    sugar   in    the    country. 

Jesse  Welden  was  undoubtedly  the  first  civilized  settler  of  St.  Albans.  His  place  of  birth 
is  not  known,  but  he  came  to  this  town  from  Sunderland  (having  resided  before  that  at  Salis- 
bury, Ct.),  previous  to  the  war  of  the  Revolution,  and  built  a  log  cabin.  He  returned  to  St. 
Albans  after  the  close  of  the  war  in  1785,  and  lived  a  while  at  the  bay.  He  was  a  public 
spirited  man,  and  a  great  help  to  the  infant  settlement.  He,  after  a  short  time,  removed  to 
what  is  now  the  village  of  St.  Albans.  He  was  accidentally  drowned  off  Isle  la  Motte  in 
October,  1795,  while  returning  from  Canada  in  a  skiff  laden  with  salt.  His  memory  is  per- 
petuated in  the  street  that  bears  his  name  and  also  in  the  magnificent  hotel,  the  pride  and 
glory  of  St.  Albans,  which  stands  upon  the  north  side  of  the  public  park  and  which  bears  the 
name   of   the   Welden    House. 

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ITS  CHARMING  SITUATION. 

St.  Albans  contains  at  this  time  about  7000  inhabitants  and  is  situated  on  a  gentle  slope 
from  east  to  west.  The  highest  point  is  found  at  the  residence  of  ex-Governor  Smith,  which 
is   215    feet    above   the    depot. 


In  the  center  of  the  village  is  a  beautiful  park  called  Taylor  Park  which  is  fifty  by  twenty 
rods  in  extent.  It  was  formerly  known  as  the  square  or  "common"  but  on  June  11,  1870, 
it  was  named  Taylor  Park  by  the  trustees  of  the  village,  in  honor  of  Hollaway  Taylor,  one  of 
the  early  settlers  of  the  town,  who,  September  26,  1799,  deeded  the  land  that  it  contains  to 
the  town  for  the  purpose  for  which  it  has  since  been  used.  The  park  is  surrounded  by 
maples  planted  in  1838,  which  have  attained  good  size  for  shade  and  ornament.  Near  the 
north  end  of  the  park  is  a  fine  fountain  costing  $3000,  presented  to  the  village  by  ex-Gov- 
ernor   Smith, 


PUBLIC   BUILDINGS, 

St,  Albans  has  seven  church  edifices,  belonging  to  the  Congregational,  Methodist,  Baptist, 
Episcopal,  Universalist  and  Catholic  denominations,  and  costing  nearly  $150,000;  an  academy 
building,    costing   $40,000 ;     a   court   house,   erected    at    an    expense    of    $75,000 ;     a    model    opera 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


house;  the  Warner  House  for  Little  Wanderers,  the  St.  Albans  Hospital,  both  the  gift  of 
Mrs.  Chauncy  Warner  of  Cambridge  ;  a  public  reading-room  supported  by  subscription  ;  a  rail- 
road library  and  a  town  library;  a  system  of  water-works  costing  $165,000;  electric  lights; 
one  national  bank  and  one  trust  company ;  two  brass  bands  and  four  literary  and  musical 
clubs;  a  flourishing  G.  A.  R.  post;  Masonic  and  Odd  Fellows'  lodges;  a  military  company  and 
various  other  organizations.  St.  Albans  possesses  first-class  educational  facilities.  The  graded 
system  prevails,  with  an  academic  department  where  scholars  are  fitted  for  college.  The  St. 
Albans  Academy  is  a  superior  institution  of  learning,  and  its  high  standing  brings  in  nearly 
one  hundred  outside  pupils,  who  pay  annually  about  $1,000  in  tuition  fees.  Graduates  from 
the  academy  have  taken  high  rank  in  leading  New  England  colleges  in  the  past.  The  village 
expends    nearly    $10,000    annually   for   the    support    of   the    schools. 

The  St.  Albans  water  supply  is  brought  by  gravitation  from  North  Fairfax,  four  miles  dis- 
tant, a  pond,  by  the  construction  of  a  dam  twenty-eight  feet  high,  having  been  converted  into 
a  reservoir  of  100,000,000  gallons  capacity.  The  reservoir  is  fed  by  springs,  small  streams 
and  a  water  shed  of  2000  acres.  The  average  head  is  335  feet.  Over  thirteen  miles  of 
pipe  are  in  use,  and  tliere  are  fire  hydrants  in  all  parts  of  the  village.  The  cost  of  the  water 
works    system   was    $165,000. 


ST.     ALBANS,     VERMONT. 


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A   RAILROAD   CENTER. 

St.  Albans  is  the  center  of  railroads  from  four  directions,  and  the  village  has  attained  dis- 
tinction in  the  railway  world  as  being  the  headquarters  of  the  Central  Vermont  Railroad  sys- 
tem. From  the  general  office  of  this  management  more  miles  of  road  are  operated  and  a 
larger  number  of  employees  are  directed  than  from  the  headquarters  of  any  other  railroad  com- 
pany in  New  England.  In  this  state  alone  the  Central  Vermont  disburses  more  than  $1,500,000 
along  its  line  for  material  and  labor  annually,  and  more  than  3,000  men  are  engaged 
in    the    operations   of    its     roads.       The     locomotives     and     car    shops,    and     engine     houses    located 


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here  are  large  and  substantial  structures.  The  officers  and  employees  of  the  road  residing  in 
St.  Albans  with  their  families  number  nearly  3,000  persons,  while  the  yearly  amount  disbursed 
in    wages    to   the   force   residing   here   approximate    half    a    million    dollars. 

CONFEDERATE   AND    FENIAN   RAIDS. 

The  raid  of  October  19,  1864,  gave  to  St.  Albans  a  notoriety  greater  than  any  event  which 
ever  occurred  within  its  bounds  before  or  since.  A  band  of  armed  and  desperate  ruffians, 
twenty-two  in  number,  came  from  Canada  and  stopped  at  the  hotels  as  guests  and  strangers  to 
each  other,  and,  in  open  daylight,  at  a  concerted  hour,  robbed  the  banks  of  $208,000,  killed 
one  man  and  wounded  several  others,  and  made  their  escape  into  Canada  on  horses  stolen 
from  the  livery  stables.  The  robbers  were  arrested  in  Canada,  examined  and  discharged  by 
the  magistrates  on  the  ground  that  it  was  out  of  their  jurisdiction  to  hold  them,  it  being  in 
time  of  war.  The  Canadian  government,  not  sympathizing  with  the  magistrates,  through  the 
governor-general  recommended  to  the  Provincial  Parliament  that  they  apjjropriate  $50,000  in 
gold  to  be  paid  to  the  banks  as  an  equivalent  for  the  money  found  upon  the  captured  robbers, 
and  which  had  been  restored  to  them  by  the  magistrates.  This  amount  was  voted  by  parlia- 
ment and  paid  to  the  banks,  being  equivalent  to  $88,000  in  currency.  St.  Albans  was  again 
the  scene  of  considerable  excitement,  in  June,  1866,  by  the  concentration  here  of  the  "right 
wing  of  the  army  of  Ireland,"  more  commonly  known  as  the  Fenian  organization  for  the  inva- 
sion of  Canada.  On  the  sixth  of  the  month  the  force  concentrated  at  Franklin  and  on  the 
next  day  the  commanding  officer,  General  Spear,  ordered  an  advance  and  the  column  moved 
into  Canada,  and  established  the  "  Headquarters  of  the  army  of  Ireland ''  in  an  ordinary  farm 
house  by  the  road-side,  the  entire  force  amounting  to  1,200  men.  Expected  re-inforcements  and 
supplies  not  arriving,  the  men  became  disheartened  and  returned  to  their  homes,  and  the  pro- 
ject  of   invading    Canada   was   given    up. 


ADVANTAGES  AS  A  PLACE   OF   RESIDENCE. 

The  pure  air  and  delightful  scenery  of  St.  Albans  have,  within  the  past  few  years,  come  to 
be  appreciated,  and  it  has  acquired  considerable  reputation  as  a  summer  resort.  The  village 
has  five  first-class  hotels,  well  kept  and  all  having  an  abundant  patronage.  A  series  of  beau- 
tiful and  picturesque  drives  stretch  out  in  every  direction,  and  from  the  hills  which  surround 
the  village  can  be  obtained  some  of  the  finest  views  to  be  found  in  this  or  any  other 
country. 

St.  Albans  is  a  port  of  entry  for  all  freight  in  transit  from  Western  and  Canadian  points 
via  the  Grand  Trunk  and  Central  Vermont  line.  Here  all  freight  trains  are  set  out  for 
a  short  time  for  examination,  and  cars  containing  dutiable  goods  are  inspected  by  U.  S.  custom 
officers.       The    duties    collected    here    amount   to    $500,000   a   year. 

St.  Albans  is  one  of  the  foremost  flour  depots  of  the  East  and  has  a  storehouse  capacity  of 
20,000    barrels- 


ST.    ALBANS 


VERMONT  CONSTRUCTION  COMPANY.— There  is 
no  feature  of  the  rapid  development  of  the  United  States  of  more 
interest  than  that  of  the  prompt  completion  of  pubUc  works  of  the 
most  difficult  and  extensive  character,  and  requiring  the  highest 
order  of  talent  and  practical  experience,  coupled  with  ample  re- 
sources. There  is  thus  great  credit  attaching  to  our  leading  con- 
tractors and  engineers  for  the  achievements  marking  their  career. 
The  only  bridge  building  company  in  northern  New  England  is  the 
Vermont  Construction  Company,  whose  office  and  shops  are  located 
in  St.  Albans.  This  company  established  their  business  here  in  1886, 
locating  at  the  start  in  the  old  St.  Albans  rolling  mill,  but  are  at  pres- 
ent occupying  large  mills  and  shops,  which  were  built  by  them  for 
their  occupancy  in  1890.  Their  present  works  are  thoroughly 
equipped  with  new  and  improved  machinery,  operated  by  a  Harris- 
Corliss  engine  of  125  horse-power,  and  steady  employment  is  given 
here  to  thirty -five  skilled  hands,  while  large  gangs  of  workmen  are 
employed  in  building  bridges  and  heavy  contract  work  outside. 
This  company  are  designers  and  manufacturers  of  iron  and  steel 
bridges  for  railroads  and  highways,  and  also  viaducts,  girders,  turn- 
tables, iron  roofs,  every  variety  of  iron  construction  and  iron  and 
steel  structural  work,  while  their  commanding  ability  has  been  re- 
peatedly demonstrated  in  the  many  important  contracts  which  they 
have  successfully  executed  throughout  New  England,  New  York, 
New  Jersey,  and  the  south.  Special  prices  are  made  to  towns  and 
corporations  for  bridges,  and  estimates  and  drawings,  with  prices, 
are  furnished  free  on  application.  Their  superior  facilities  and 
experience,  coupled  with  ample  capital  and  material  at  command, 
enable  them  to  guarantee  the  prompt  and  perfect  fulfillment  of  all 
contracts,  and  parties  and  corporations  securing  the  services  of  this 
company  can  rely  upon  obtaining  advantages  difficult  of  duplication 
elsewhere  in  this  country.  The  officers  of  the  Vermont  Construction 
Company  are  R.  F.  Hawkins,  president;  D.  E.  Bradley,  vice-presi- 
dent; J.  E.  Norton,  treasurer;  A.  L.  Davis,  engineer.  These  gentle- 
men bring  vast  experience  to  bear  in  every  branch  of  their  profes- 
sion, and  enjoy  the  highest  of  reputations  for  mechanical  genius, 
commercial  integrity  and  great  practical  skill. 


ST.  AI^BANS  FOUNDRY  COMPANY,  Lake  Street.- 
This  company  enjoy  a  national  reputation  as  manufacturers  of  car 
wheels,  railroad  and  machinery  castings,  mill  gearing,  pulleys,  shaf  t- 
ing and  engine  work;  farmers'  boiler  stoves,  slop  sinks,  sled  shoes, 
arch  doors  and  grates,  tread  horse-powers,  speed  regulators,  over- 
shot threshers,  drag  and  circular  saw  machines  for  sawing  wood, 
plows,  dirt  scrapers,  stump  and  stone  lifters,  etc.  The  business  was 
founded  in  1840,  and  the  management  brings  to  bear  upon  its  every 
department  vast  practical  experience,  perfected  facilities  and  wide- 
spread connections.  It  is  the  oldest  establishment  of  the  kind  in 
New  England,  and  one  of  the  foremost  in  the  country.  The  works 
consist  of  seven  large  brick  buildings,  located  directly  opposite  the 
Central  Vermont  passenger  station,  and  are  equipped  with  an  elabo- 
rate outfit  of  machinery,  operated  by  a  75  horse-power  engine,  and 
100  horse-power  boiler,  and  steady  employment  is  given  to  sixty 
skilled  and  expert  workmen.  The  foundry  transacts  a  general  busi- 
ness in  machinery,  castings  and  iron  work,  and  manufacture  car 
wheels,  forgings  and  agricultural  implements,  making  a  leading 
specialty  of  railway  horse-powers,  threshing  machines  and  fodder 
shredders  and  wood-sawing  machines  to  be  used  with  their  powers. 
These  horse-powers  are  made  for  one,  two  and  three  horses,  and  are 
equipped  with  speed  regulators.  The  threshers  have  a  vibrating  sep- 
arator and  cleaner.  The  trade  in  these  machines  has  attained  im- 
mense proportions,  and  many  of  them  are  exported.  The  foundry 
melts  from  nine  to  eleven  tons  of  iron  per  day.  Only  the  best 
grades  of  iron,  steel  and  other  materials  are  used.  The  patron- 
age is  immense  and  influential  throughout  the  United  States 
and  many  foreign    countries,    and  is    annually    increasing.      The 


officers  of  the  St.  Albans  Foundry  Company  are  Hon.  Worth- 
ington  C.  Smith,  president;  W.  Tracy  Smith,  vice-president, 
secretary  and  treasurer;  J.  C.  Leslie,  general  superintendent.  The 
president  has  been  prominent  in  public  life  in  this  state  for  years; 
lias  served  this  district  as  a  representative  to  Congress,  has  been  a 
member  of  the  state  senate,  and  filled  other  positions  of  honor  and 
trust  with  great  credit  and  acceptance.  His  son,  W.  Tracy  Smith, 
has  been  trained  to  this  business  since  his  graduation  from  college, 
and  is  an  efficient  officer  and  a  pushing,  progressive  business  man. 
Both  are  members  of  the  St.  Albans  Board  of  Trade.  The  general 
superintendent,  Mr.  Leslie,  is  eminently  fitted  by  experience  and 
ability  to  successfully  discharge  the  responsible  duties  of  his  posi- 
tion. 


C.  WYMAN  &  SON,  Jewelry,  etc..  No.  119  Main  Street.— In 
no  branch  of  industry  in  the  United  States  have  more  rapid  advances 
been  made  than  in  the  manufacture  of  watches,  jewelry  and  silver- 
ware. For  many  years,  especially  for  the  finer  and  more  artistic 
productions  we  have  been  compelled  to  look  to  Europe,  for  our  sup- 
ply, but  to-day  American  productions  quite  equal,  if  not  excel  in 
excellence  of  workmanship  and  beauty  of  design  the  best  goods 
made  in  foreign  countries.  A  representative  and  old  established 
house  in  St.  Albans  actively  engaged  in  this  important  industry, 
justly  deserving  its  enviable  reputation  for  dealing  in  none  but  A  1 
goods  and  honorable  business  methods  is  that  of  Messrs.  Charles 
Wyman  &  Son,  eligibly  located  at  No.  119  Main  Street,  one  door  from 
the  corner  of  Bank  Street.  This  veritable  landmark  is  the  oldest 
house  of  its  kind  in  this  section  of  the  state  and  was  founded  origi- 
nally about  the  year  1800,  by  a  Mr.  Eaton,  who  was  succeeded  by  Mr. 
A.  H.  Huntington,  and  in  1849  Messrs.  Huntington  &  Wyman  be- 
came its  proprietors,  and  seven  years  afterwards  Messrs.  C.  &  J. 
Wyman  took  charge  of  its  affairs,  and  they  in  turn  were  succeeded 
by  the  firm  of  Messrs.  Wyman  &  Huntington  in  1862,  and  upon  the 
retirement  of  Mr.  Huntington,  six  years  after  this  date,  Mr.  Charles 
Wyman  became  sole  proprietor  and  conducted  its  business  with  un- 
varying success  until  1888,  when  his  son  was  admitted  into  partner- 
ship under  the  present  firm  title,  while  the  trade  is  annually  increas- 
ing in  volume  and  influence.  They  occupy  a  spacious  and  commo- 
dious store,  neatly  and  attractively  appointed  and  provided  with 
every  convenience  for  the  advantageous  display  of  their  large  and 
valuable  assortment  of  goods,  and  its  inspection  by  customers.  The 
stock  carried  embraces  none  but  the  very  best  and  most  reliable 
goods,  such  as  fine  gold  and  silver  watches  of  both  European  and 
American  production;  elegant  diamonds,  pearls,  rubies,  emeralds 
and  other  precious  gems  set  in  the  most  exquisite  and  unique  styles; 
engagement,  wedding  and  souvenir  rings,  ear  rings,  pendants, 
brooches,  bracelets,  bangles  and  necklaces;  watch  chains,  charms, 
chatelaines  and  lockets;  solid  gold,  silver  and  plated  ware;  French, 
Swiss  and  American  clocks;  art  novelties  in  gold,  silver,  bronze; 
spectacles,  eyeglasses,  lenses,  opera  and  field  glasses  and  other  opti- 
cal goods,  fine  pocket  and  table  cutlery,  etc.  These  goods  have  been 
most  carefully  selected  to  meet  the  wants  of  a  first-class  patronage, 
are  unsurpassed  in  quality  and  artistic  workmanship  and  are  guar- 
anteed to  be  as  represented,  while  the  very  lowest  prices  are  quoted. 
A  specialty  is  the  repairing  of  fine  watches,  clocks  and  jewelry,  also 
engraving,  in  which  department  none  but  thoroughly  skilled  and  ex- 
perienced workmen  are  engaged  and  all  work  done  here  is  warranted 
to  give  complete  satisfaction.  Both  father  and  .son  are  thoroughly  ex- 
perienced and  practical  men  in  all  branches  of  the  trade,  enterpris- 
ing, pleasant  and  courteous  men,  honorable  and  reliable  in  their 
deaUngs  and  highly  respected  in  social  and  commercial  circles.  Mr. 
Charles  Wyman  has  been  president  of  the  village  trustees  and  also 
had  the  honor  of  representing  the  St.  Albans  district  in  the  State 
Legislature  in  the  year  1866,  and  discharged  his  duties  as  such  to  the 
great  satisfaction  of  his  constituents  and  credit  to  himself. 


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1  \  D  U  S  T  K  I  E  S     A  \  1)     \V  K  A  1.  T  1 1     ()  F 


Isaac  S.  Borley. — It  needs  no  argument  to 
convince  prudent  property  holders  that  it  is 
their  duty  to  themselves  and  families,  to  protect 
their  interests  against  loss  by  fire.  This  taken 
for  granted,  it  is  of  course,  the  first  wish  of 
all  to  be  insured  in  strong,  reliable,  prompt  and 
fair  companies,  and  do  business  with  trustworthy 
agents,  who  will  look  after  their  interests  as  his 
own,  and  in  case  of  loss  do  all  in  his  power  to 
secure  them  a  just  and  prompt  settlement  of  their 
claims.     Such  insurance  is  offered  by  Isaac  S.  Bor- 


ley, whose  name  for  honesty,  fair  dealing  and  quick 
adjustments  is  by  no  means  donfined  to  his  business 
territory.  His  business  is  not  limited  to  fire  insur- 
ance, but  includes  Life,  Accident,  Employers'  Lia- 
bility, Fidelity  and  Plate  Glass  Insurance. 

The  agency  was  established  in  1870.  The  fol- 
lowing list  of  strong  and  reliable  companies  of  which 
Mr.  Borley  is  general  agent  for  Franklin  and  Grand 
Isle  counties,  guarantees  to  property  owners  sure 
idemnity  in  case  of  loss  :  The  Sun  Fire  Office  of 
London,  the  strongest  company  in  the  world ;  the 
Royal,  which  has  the  largest  assets  of  any  company 
in  the  world ;  the  Pennsylvania,  one  of  the  oldest 
companies  in  America  ;  the  Northern,  London  & 
Lancashire,  Continental,  Springfield,  Liberty,  Amer- 
ican, New  England,  Granite  State,  Norwich  Union, 
People's,  North  British  &  Mercantile,  Lancashire, 
and  Phoenix  of  London,  Mr.  Borley's  companies 
have  such  confidence  in  his  judgment  and  fairness 
that  most  of  them  allow  him  to  adjust  all  losses  in 
his  territory.  He  is  also  general  agent  for  northern 
Vermont,  including  Burlington,  for  the  Massachu- 
setts Mutual  Life   Insurance    Company,   one  of  the 


best  companies  in  the  country  ;  he  also  represents 
the  Travelers  Insurance  Company  of  Hartford, 
Conn.,  which  is  the  foremost  accident  company  in 
the  world.  He  has  recently  been  appointed  state 
agent  for  the  American  Casualty  &  Insurance  Secur- 
ity Company,  which  issues  bonds  guaranteeing  the 
honesty  of  persons  occupying  positions  of  trust,  such 
as  bank  officers  and  clerks,  and  treasurers  of  corpor- 
tions. 

The  general  agency  of  the  American  Employers 
Liability  Insurance  Company  for  the  State  of  Ver- 
mont, which  insures  employers  against  accident  to 
their  employees  and  others,  and  suits  resulting 
therefrom,  has  also  been  recently  given  him.  By 
reason  of  the  large  increase  which  has  been  recently 
made  in  his  business,  Mr.  Borley  has  now  the  largest 
general  insurance  business  in  the  state  of  Vermont, 
and  all  persons  or  corporations  in  any  part  of  the 
country,  having  large  amounts  of  insurance  to  place, 
would  do  well  to  correspond  with  him  before  placing 
it  elsewhere,  as  he  has  facilities  for  placing  lines  of 
from  one  thousand  to  a  million  dollars  or  even 
more  on  short  notice  and  at  the  very  lowest  possible 
rates.  It  is  but  an  illustration  of  what  can  be  done 
by  honest  dealing  and  attention  to  business,  and  all 
who  entrust  their  interest  in  his  keeping  may  be  as-, 
sured  that  they  will  be  well  cared  for.  Mr.  Borley's 
office,  which  is  at  the  corner  of  Main  and  Kingman 
Streets,  with  an  entrance  in  the  Stevens  block  has 


all  possible  facilities  for  carrying  on  a  first-class  bus- 
iness, and  with  its  handsome  appointments,  is  the 
finest  insurance  office  in  the  state. 


h  T.     A  L  H  A  N  8  ,     \'  E  It  M  ()  \  T  . 


10."> 


AMERICATV  HOUSE:,  Main  and  Lake  Streets,  S.  I.  Stroud, 
Proprietor.— The  American  House  at  St.  Albans  fills  a  niche  in  the  es- 
teem and  popularity  of  the  traveling  public  peculiarly  its  own.  The 
substantial  appearance  of  the  house  impresses  the  stranger  favora- 
bly at  the  first  glance  as  being  a  flrst-class  hotel  in  all  respects,  while 
its  wide  open  door  reveals  a  cordial  welcome  and  all  the  tasteful 
comforts  of  a  home.  It  was  erected  in  1830,  and  opened  to  the  public 
by  Samuel  Barlow.  It  was  for  many  years  under  the  management 
of  the  late  Hiram  Pierce,  and  finally  became  the  property  of  Mr.  S.  I. 
Stroud,  the  present  popular  proprietor  in  1876.  It  is  built  of  brick, 
four  stories  high  and  has  first-cla.-^s  aci-onimodations  for  one  hundred 
guests.  No  luxury  afforded  in  situation,  surrotnulings,  modern  con- 
veniences or  management  in  any  hotel  is  lacking  at  the  American. 
It  is  located  in  the  very  heart  of  the  business  center  of  the  town,  at 
the  corner  of  Main  and  Lake  Streets  and  fronting  the  beautiful  Tay- 
lor Park,  and  is  convenient  alike  to  the  permanent  patron,  the  com- 
mercial tourist  and  the  transient  guest.  The  house  is  provided  with 
electric  lights,  electric  call  bells  and  steam  heat,  while  as  regards 
sanitary  arrangements  and  means  of  escape  in  case  of  fire  the  Amer- 
ican is  unrivaled.  A  flrst-class  livery  is  connected  with  the  house, 
where  some  fifteen  horses  are  kept  for  hire  and  free  carriages  run  to 
and  from  the  depot.  The  cuisine  of  the  house  is  worthy  of  special 
commendation,  being  under  the  most  experienced  management,  and 
kept  up  to  the  highest  point  of  excellence.  The  proprietor  is  the 
•owner  of  a  farm  two  miles  out  of  town,  where  he  raises  his  own  veg- 
etables and  supplies  milk  and  butter  from  his  own  dairy.  Terms 
are  placed  upon  a  popular  basis,  and  a  stay  at  this  hotel  is  always 
remembered  as  a  pleasant  experience.  Mine  host  Stroud  is  a  Ver- 
monter  by  birth,  and  a  perfect  master  of  the  art  of  modern  hotel- 
keeping  while  his  reputation  is  so  widely  known  and  worthily  sus- 
tained as  to  place  him  far  beyond  the  requirements  of  any  praise 
which  these  pages  could  bestow. 


RICHAKDSON,  TWIGG  &  CO.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  No.  148 
Main  Street. — This  representative  house  was  opened  by  the  present 
lirm  in  1889,  and  is  not  only  a  splendid  monument  to  the  intelligent 
enterprise  of  its  proprietors,  but  it  is  one  of  those  houses  whose 
great  and  honorable  success  reflects  luster  upon  the  name  of  St.  Al- 
bans as  a  growing  mercantile  center.  The  business  premises  com- 
prise two  floors  25  x  185  feet  each,  elegantly  fitted  up  with  electric 
lights,  steam  heat,  the  Lamson  cash  carrier  system,  and  every 
known  convenience  for  the  manipulation  and  display  of  the  large 
.and  valuable  stock  that  is  constantly  carried.  The  premises  are  di- 
vided into  appropriate  departments,  each  in  charge  of  competent 
•clerks,  thus  securing  the  most  satisfactory  service.  In  dress  goods 
lis  shown  the  latest  shades  and  patterns  in  black  and  colored  silks, 
satins,  velvets  and  velveteens,  ottomans,  Rhadamaux,  cashmeres 
and  prints;  while  other  lines  include  blankets,  flannels  and  house- 
keeping goods;  linens,  ginghams  and  white  goods;  hosiery,  gloves, 
:and  underwear;  corsets,  bustles  and  dress  trimmings;  laces,  ribbons 
and  embroideries;  notions,  fancy  goods  and  small  wares  in  great 
■variety  and  profusion.  The  cloak  department,  to  which  special  at- 
tention is  given  by  this  firm,  is  a  striking  instance  of  the  willingness 
of  the  public  to  co-operate  with  the  merchants  whose  endeavors  are 
directed  toward  supplying  their  patrons  with  the  best  and  latest  in 
the  market,  and  at  the  very  lowest  prices  consistent  with  the  ideas  of 
modern  merchandising.  Planted  but  a  short  year  ago,  this  little 
acorn  has  grown  to  a  tall,  sturdy  oak.  The  soil  of  public  favor  has 
been  fertile  in  the  extreme,  and  to-day  this  department .  has  out- 
grown in  size  and  trade  that  of  any  other  store  in  this  section  of  the 
country.  This  success  has  arisen  from  various  causes,  among 
which  may  be  named  the  ability  of  the  flrm  to  buy  for  cash  in  all 
markets,  and  their  enterprise  in  securing  novelties  as  fast  as  they  ap- 
pear. Their  garments  this  season  are  far  above  the  average  both 
tor  style,  variety  and  cheapness,  and  they  embrace  the  most  valuable 
fur  cloaks,  sealskin  sacques,  plush  and  fur-lined  newmarkets,  tight- 
fitting  ulsters,  directoire,  raglans,  peasant  coats,  cloth  and  plush 
wraps,  cloth  and  plush  Modjeskas,  cloth  and  plush  jackets.  Jerseys 
and  Jersey  waists,  childrens'  and  infants'  cloaks,  and  the  latest  fur 
novelties.  Nothing  has  been  too  fine  or  fashionable  for  Messrs.  Rich- 
ardson, Twigg  &  Co.  to  buy  and  the  ladies  of  St,  Albans  have  an  op- 
portunity this  season  of  making  their  selections  from  a  stock  second 
,to  few  displayed  by  the  largest  houses  in  New  York  and  Boston. 


The  carpet  department  is  brilliant  and  dazzling  in  its  display  of 
bright  colors  and  handsome  effects,  in  the  newest  patterns  of  Wiltons 
Moquettes,  Axminsters,  Brussels,  tapestries  and  ingrains;  while  the 
assortments  also  include  linoleums,  floor  and  table  oil  cloths,  linen, 
damasks,  paper  hangings,  curtain  materials,  window  shades,  draper- 
ies, rugs  and  mattings.  The  business  is  conducted  at  both  wholesale 
and  retail.  The  members  of  the  firm  are  Me.ssrs.  A.  'S.  Richardson, 
G.  P.  Twigg  and  J.  B.  Kavauaugli,  all  of  whom  are  native  Vermont 
ers,  experienced  and  talented  merchants. 

G.  W.  SHATTUCK,  Groceries,  No.  IT  Lake  Street.— In  the 
whole  range  of  commercial  enterprise  there  is  no  more  important 
interest  than  that  represented  in  the  sale  of  groceries.  This  fact  is 
recognized  and  appreciated  by  all  intelligent  and  thoughtful  people, 
and  therefore  the  selection  of  a  dealer  from  whom  to  purchase  our 
supplies  is  a  matter  which  calls  for  serious  consideration  and  dis- 
criminating judgment.  A  prominent,  prosperous  and  thoroughly 
reliable  house  engaged  quite  extensively  in  this  line  of  trade  in  St. 
Albans,  well  deserving  of  the  high  reputation  it  enjoys  for  handling 
only  absolutely  pure  and  fresh  goods  and  liberal  dealings  is  that  of 
Mr.  George  W.  Shattuck,  whose  popular  headquarters  are  eligibly 
located  at  No.  17  Lake  Street.  This  well-known  i-esort  for  food  sup- 
plies was  established  in  1864,  and  its  present  proprietor  is  a  thor- 
oughly experienced  man  in  all  branches  of  the  business,  and  under 
his  enterprising  management  and  direction  the  business  has  grown 
to  its  present  large  proportions  and  influence,  derived  principally 
from  among  our  best  classes  of  citizens.  The  premises  utilized  for 
the  business  are  very  spacious  and  commodious,  comprising  a 
store  40  x  125  feet  in  dimensions,  which  is  most  admirably  arranged 
and  fitted  up  with  every  convenience  to  facilitate  the  transaction  of 
business  and  accommodation  of  the  large  assortment  of  goods  con- 
stantly on  hand.  The  stock  embraces  everything  in  the  line  of 
choice  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  including  the  very  purest  of  fresh 
new  crop  young  Hyson,  gunpowder.  Souchong,  Oolong,  imperial. 
English  breakfast,  Japan  and  other  teas;  choice  Mocha,  Java  and 
Rio  coffees,  cocoas,  chocolates  and  spices;  select  brands  of  canned 
goods,  table  delicacies,  sauces,  relishes,  condiments,  foreign  and 
domestic  fruits;  sugars,  syrups,  molasses,  best  family  flour,  cereal 
and  farinaceous  foods;  gilt-edge  dairy  and  fancy  creamery  butter 
and  cheese,  fresh  eggs,  pure  leaf  lard,  garden  and  farm  produce. 
salt  and  smoked  meats  and  provisions,  best  brands  of  cigars,  smok- 
ing and  chewing  tobaccos,  bakers'  and  laundry  supplies,  tubs,  pails. 
brooms  and  kindred  supplies,  etc.  The  goods  sold  here  are  well 
known  for  their  purity,  all  round  excellence  and  uniform  quality, 
wliile  the  very  lowest  prices  are  quoted  and  customers  know  that 
nothing  inferior  or  adulterated  will  be  sold  to  them.  Order,  system 
ami  cleanliness  are  strictly  obsen'ed,  polite  service  is  accorded  to 
jiatrons  and  orders  are  delivered  at  residences  in  the  city  free  of 
cl large.  Mr.  Shattuck  is  a  native  of  this  state,  a  pleasant,  courteous 
man  of  superior  business  abihtyand  is  highly  respected  by  all  with 
whom  he  has  any  business  transactions. 

DR.  GIIilttAN,  Dentist,  No.  1  Kingman  Street.— Mr.  S.  Gilman 
had  the  honor  to  establish  the  first  dental  establishment  in  St.  Albans, 
or  in  Franklin  County  in  1844.  In  the  year  of  1850,  he  formed  a  partner- 
ship with  a  dentist,  and  the  flrm  became  known  as  Messrs.  Gilman  & 
Kilbourn.  In  1856  it  became  Gilman  &  McGoran;  in  1866  Gilman  & 
Sheerer,  and  in  1878,  Mr.  Gilman  reverted  to  his  original  standing  of 
sole  proprietor.  In  1864  he  introduced  nitrous  oxyd  gas  for  the  pain- 
less extraction  of  teeth.  The  first  time  it  was  used  in  the  state  was  for 
Dr.  G.  Q.  Cotton's  son,  when  he  extracted  four  teeth  without  pain,  and 
he  has  continued  its  use  successfully  from  that  time  till  the  present. 
He  is  one  of  the  most  reliable  men  in  his  profession  and  does  the  fin- 
est work,  in  extracting,  excavating,  treating,  filling,  crowning  and 
preparing  teeth,  and  making  new  plates.  He  is  careful,  upright 
and  conscientious  in  his  professional  duties  and  commands  the  best 
patronage  from  the  best  people  of  this  city  and  vicinity.  His  office 
is  supplied  with  every  modern  convenience  known  to  the  dental  pro- 
fession, while  his  rooms  are  finely  fitted  with  the  conveniences  for 
the  comfort  of  patients.  Dr.  Gilman  is  ex-president  of  the  Vermont 
Dental  Association,  He  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  for  a 
long  term  of  years  has  been  honored  with  the  office  of  justice  of  tlie 
peace,  and  has  done  more  official  business  than  any  other  man  in 
the  city.    He  is  a  native  of  Chelsea.  Vt. 


106 


INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


FREDERICK.  DUTCHER  &  SONS,  Druggists,  No.  109 
Main  Street.— In  its  specialties  the  wholesale  and  retail  drug  house 
of  Frederick  Butcher  &  Sons  is  one  of  the  most  eminently  represen- 
tative in  the  United  States.  To  its  splendid  facilities  as  manufactur- 
ing chemists,  they  add  old-established  influential  connections,  while 
the  firm  is  one  that  embraces  young  men  full  of  well  directed  energy, 
yet  possessed  of  vast  practical  experience.  The  business  was  estab- 
lished in  1&41  by  Mr.  L.  L.  Dutcher,  who  was  succeeded  by  Messrs.  L. 
L.  Dutcher  &  Sons  in  1851.  In  1876,  Mr.  F.  Dutcher  succeeded  to  the 
control  and  in  1886  the  present  firm  name  was  adopted.  They  have 
a  fine  large  salesroom,  handsomely  fitted  up  and  containing  a  fine  line 
of  drugs.  They  manufacture  fly  paper  and  Dutcher's  Golden  Butter 
color.  A  fine  building,  40  x  100  feet  in  dimensions  and  three  stories 
high  is  used  as  a  manufactory.  Fifteen  hands  are  employed  and 
46,000  sheets  of  paper  are  made  daily.  Dutcher's  Golden  Liquid,  the 
first  butter  color  ever  made,  had  its  origin  in  this  firm.  Golden 
Liquid  was  originally  manufactured  to  supply  the  demands  of  the 
Franklin  County  dairyman.  Its  popularity  soon  spread  beyond  the 
confines  of  the  county  and  it  is  now  sold  throughout  the  entire  New 
England  States.  Mr.  Frederick  Dutcher  manufactured  a  little  at 
first  for  a  few  of  his  local  customers.  As  its  worth  became  known 
the  demand  increased,  and  it  is  now  in  use  in  all  parts  of  the  country. 
The  firm  employ  four  traveling  salesmen  and  their  specialties  have 
a  world-wide  celebrity.  An  immense  stock  of  drugs,  druggists' 
sundries,  fancy  goods,  chemicals,  etc.,  are  constantly  carried,  also  a 
full  supply  of  art  materials.  It  is  to  such  houses  as  this  that  Ver- 
mont owes  her  supremacy  in  the  drug  business,  and  Messrs.  F. 
Dutcher  &  Sons  with  unremitting  energy  and  enterprise  are  pursu- 
ing that  liberal,  honorable  policy  which  early  laid  the  foundations 
that  now  support  the  fabric  of  this  great  representative  house. 


E.  DESANTEIiS,  Grocer,  No.  105  Lake  Street.— There  is  no 
more  important  branch  of  commerce  in  any  prominent  center  of 
trade  than  the  grocery  line,  as  it  includes  almost  every  article  of 
necessary  food,  among  which  are  the  products  of  the  most  remote 
portions  of  the  world,  and  to  obtain  these  in  their  freshness  and 
purity  is  a  matter  of  serious  consideration  with  eveiy  purchaser  and 
consumer.  A  prominent,  prosperous  and  reliable  house  extensively 
engaged  in  this  line  of  business  in  St.  Albans  and  enjoying  a  wide- 
spread reputation  for  handling  none  but  first-class  and  reUable 
goods,  attending  strictly  to  the  wants  of  customers  and  dealing  liber- 
ally, is  that  of  Mr.  E.  Desantels,  whose  popular  and  ably  conducted 
headquarters  are  centrally  located  at  No.  105  Lake  Street.  This  en- 
terprise was  founded  originally  in  1875  by  Mr.  D.  Thiebault,  who 
conducted  it  with  excellent  success  until  1888  when  he  disposed  of  it 
to  the  present  proprietor.  Mr.  Desantels  is  a  Canadian  by  birth, 
and  has  been  a  resident  here  for  many  years,  and  is  a  thoroughly 
experienced  man  in  all  branches  of  this  trade,  and  under  his  enter- 
prising direction  the  business  of  this  establishment  has  grown  to  its 
present  large  and  influential  proportions.  He  occupies  a  spacious 
and  commodious  store,  neatly  and  appropriately  fitted  up  and  pro- 
vided with  every  convenience  for  the  successful  prosecution  of  the 
business,  while  the  large  variety  of  articles  embraced  in  the  stock  is 
such  as  directly  relates  to  the  general  wants  of  the  community,  and 
includes  everything  in  the  line  of  choice  staple  and  fancy  groceries, 
such  as  absolutely  pure  and  fresh  new-crop  teas  from  China  and 
Japan,  the  choicest  of  Mocha,  Java  and  South  American  coffees, 
cocoas,  chocolates,  ground  and  whole  spices,  select  brands  of  canned 
goods,  table  delicacies,  sauces,  condiments,  relishes,  foreign  and  do- 
mestic fruits;  sugar,  syrups  and  molasses;  choice  family  flour, 
fancy  cereal  and  farinaceous  foods;  gilt  edge  dairy  and  fancy 
creamery  butter  and  cheese,  fi-esh  eggs,  pure  leaf  lard,  farm  and 
garden  products;  salt  and  smoked  meats  and  fish,  popular  brands  of 
cigars,  smoking  and  chewing  tobaccos,  bakers'  and  laundry  supplies, 
tubs,  pails,  brooms,  brushes,  mops,  and  kindred  household  necessi- 
ties: in  fact,  everything  usually  found  in  a  well-conducted  grocery 
establishment.  The  goods  emanating  from  this  house  are  noted  for 
their  purity  and  uniform  excellence  and  low  prices.  Order,  neatness 
and  cleanliness  are  observable  on  all  sides,  and  polite  assistants 
attend  promptly  to  the  wants  of  customers,  while  orders  are  deliv- 
ered at  residences  in  the  city  free  of  charge.  Mr.  Desantels  is  a  gen- 
tleman of  superior  business  ability,  courteous  and  affable  in  his  rela- 
tions in  business,  honorable,  prompt  and  energetic,  and  is  higlily 
respected  in  social  and  commercial  circles. 


A.  F.  liANE,  Books,  No.  110  Main  Street.— One  of  St.  Albans' 
business  landmarks,  surrounded  by  pleasant  historic  associations,  is 
the  establishment  conducted  by  Mr.  Albert  F.  Lane,  at  No.  116  Main 
Street,  and  familiarly  known  as  the  "  St.  Albans  Bookstore."  This 
house  was  founded  in  1840,  by  Mr.  E.  B.  Whiting,  and,  after  several 
changes,  the  present  proprietor  succeeded  to  the  control  in  1882. 
The  literary  residents  of  the  town,  and  all  lovers  of  good  reading, 
make  it  their  chief  rendezvous.  It  is  patronized  by  both  ladies  and 
gentlemen,  young  and  old,  from  all  classes  of  society,  and,  espe- 
cially during  the  holidays,  is  the  busiest  place  in  town.  It  has  well 
stocked  departments  for  books,  periodicals  and  stationery;  blank 
books,  artists'  materials  and  pocket  cutlery;  engravings,  etchings 
and  art  goods;  wall  papers,  decorations,  toys  and  games.  The  stock 
contains  at  all  times  scientific,  agricultural  and  miscellaneous  works 
from  the  best  authors;  works  of  devotion,  praj-er  books,  hymnals 
and  Bibles;  books  in  fine  bindings,  and  illustrated  works  in  prose 
and  poetry;  maps,  globes  and  guide  books;  sporting  and  yachting 
books,  and  out-of-door  literature  generally;  juvenile  books,  toys 
and  games  in  vast  variety ;  albums,  leather  goods  and  Christmas 
gifts  for  all  tastes  and  fancies;  artists'  materials  in  complete  assort- 
ment, and  art  novelties;  with  special  counters  for  newspapers, 
periodicals  and  seaside  novels.  This  house  is  never  without  the  last 
"new  thing"  in  English,  French  or  American  literature,  and  it  is 
headquarters  for  every  line  of  goods  here  mentioned  to  a  wide  circle 
of  trade.  Mr.  Lane  makes  a  specialty  of  wall  papers,  and  decora- 
tions and  carries  a  large  stock  at  all  times  in  all  the  newest  patterns 
and  designs.  Mr.  Lane  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  and  known 
and  honored  in  this  community  as  an  enterprising,  progressive 
merchant  and  a  reliable,  public  spirited  citizen. 

ST.  AIjBAIVS  beef  company,  Near  Central  Vermont 
Depot.— The  great  west  has  for  many  years  been  the  chief  source  of 
supply  for  fresh  meats.  In  order,  however,  to  carry  live  cattle  and 
sheep  by  rail  long  distances,  they  are  packed  in  a  car  like  sardines 
in  a  box,  making  it  impossible  for  the  animals  to  lie  down,  and  they 
are  exposed  to  the  storms  of  winter  and  the  exhausting  heat  and 
sun  of  summer.  The  transporting  of  cattle  in  this  style  can  have 
but  one  result^-the  animals  arrive  at  the  eastern  market  in  a  feverish, 
unhealthy  condition,  bruised,  worn  out  and  with  great  loss  of 
weight.  By  killing  and  dressing  the  beef  in  Chicago,  the  long  jour- 
ney for  the  live  stock  is  avoided,  there  is  no  shrinkage  in  weight, 
and  good  wholesome  beef  is  delivered  to  the  consumers  in  this  mar* 
ket  at  a  much  lower  price  than  was  possible  under  the  old  system. 
In  connection  with  these  remarks  we  desire  to  make  special  mention 
of  the  St.  Albans  Beef  Company,  commission  dealer  in  Swift's  Chi- 
cago dressed  beef,  mutton,  pork,  etc.,  whose  salesrooms  in  St. 
Albans  are  conveniently  located  near  the  Central  Vermont  passen- 
ger depot.  The  business  was  established  here  in  1888,  and  under  the 
efficient  management  of  Mr.  O.  R.  Swett  has  been  rapidly  increasing. 
They  occupy  the  finest  cooler  in  the  state,  fitted  up  with  everything 
necessai-y  for  storing  and  preserving  their  meat,  which  is  of  the 
very  best  quality.  All  orders  receive  prompt  attention,  and  goods 
are  deliveretl  free  of  extra  charge.  The  company  handle  two  to 
four  car  loads  per  week. 

R.  H.  SMITH,  Photographer,  No.  114  Main  Street.— A  house 
.  in  St.  Albans  which  can  be  truly  called  a  leader  in  its  special  line  is 
that  of  Mr.  R.  H.  Smith— more  popularly  known  as  "Smith's  Photo- 
graph Parlors."  The  business  is  one  of  long  standing  and  was 
founded  over  forty  years  ago.  Since  1865  the  present  proprietor  has 
had  sole  control,  and  has  conducted  the  business  in  strict  accord- 
ance with  the  highest  rules  of  business  principles.  Tlie  present  loca- 
tion has  been  occupied  for  the  past  four  years.  The  studio  and  par- 
lors are  fitted  up  in  elegant  style,  provided  with  the  most  costly 
apparatus,  and  adapted  especially  for  the  finest  work  in  this  line. 
Every  description  of  photographic  work  is  done,  as  well  as  fine  color 
and  crayon  portraiture,  in  this  last  respect  the  house  employing 
brilliant  and  talented  artists,  and  doing  work  for  people  all  over  the 
country.  Indeed,  general  portrait  work  is  their  leading  specialty. 
The  prices  in  vogue  at  this  establishment  are  most  reasonable  when 
the  high  quality  of  the  work  turned  out  is  considered.  Everything  is 
the  best  that  can  possibly  be  obtained,  and  this  is  certainly  one  of 
the  finest  equipped  galleries  in  this  section.  Mr.  Smith  is  a  native  of 
this  state,  an  honored  member  of  F.  and  A.  M.  and  a  respected  citi- 
zen of  St.  Albans. 


ST.     ALBANS,     VERMONT, 


107 


C.  H.  HARVEY,  P'urniture,  No.  138  Main  Street.— Decorative 
art  has  entered  into  the  tastes  of  the  American  people  to  such  an 
extent  that  the  houses  of  this  country  present  some  of  the  finest 
specimens  of  furnishing  in  the  world.  This  is  the  line  of  business  in 
which  Mr.  C.  H.  Harvey  is  engaged  at  No.  138  Main  Street,  St.  Albans. 
His  business  was  established  a  great  many  years  ago  by  Mr.  Samuel 
Livingstone,  Mr.  Harvey  having  succeeded  him  in  1880.  He  has  four 
floors,  30  X  70  feet,  stocked  with  the  most  artistic  furniture,  window 
shades,  wall  paper,  pictures  and  frames,  and  everything  that  goes  to 
make  the  residences  of  the  wealthy  look  rich  and  beautiful.  He  sells 
furniture  from  the  finest  woods,  in  suites,  sofas,  chairs,  rockers,  re- 
clining and  easy  chairs,  settees,  lounges,  beds,  folding  and  post  beds, 
wash-stands,  commodes,  wardrobes,  dressing  bureaus,  mirrors,  mar- 
ble and  wood-topped  furniture,  bric-a-brac,  ball,  drawing-room,  sit- 
ting-room, parlor,  dining-room,  bedroom,  kitchen  and  bath-room 
furniture,  chairs,  etc.  He  deals  in  window  shades  of  every  descrip- 
tion, all  of  the  little  notions  that  go  to  decorate  a  room,  drapery,  cur- 
tains, curtain  poles,  chains,  and  the  largest  assortment  of  pictures, 
picture  frames,  and  wall  paper  in  Franklin  County.  He  does  a 
wholesale  and  retail  trade,  carrying  a  tremendous  stock  of  the  finest 
goods.  His  store  is  artistically  and  beautifully  arranged,  a  visit  to 
it  being  like  going  into  a  gallery  of  art,  where  all  of  the  finest  house- 
hold goods  are  displayed.  He  employs  eight  persons  and  draws  his 
custom  from  the  first  families  of  town.  Mr.  Harvey  is  a  native  of 
Canada  and  a  merchant  of  natural  talent  and  training.  He  is  an  up- 
right man  of  business,  loyal  to  truth  in  all  of  his  dealings  and  stands 
high  as  a  citizen  and  in  the  social  sets. 

IVEIjDEN  house:,  waiter  B.  Johnson,  Manager.— The 
"  Welden,"  was  erected  in  1865  by  a  stock  company,  who  conducted 
it  until  1883,  when  the  late  Lansing  Millis  became  sole  owner.  In 
March,  1890,  the  property  was  purchased  by  Mr.  John  Greenway,  of 
Syracuse,  N.  Y.,  who  inaugurated  a  new  order  of  things,  and  the  fair 
fame  of  this  famous  hostelry  has  been  fully  restored.  He  is  deter- 
mined that  no  effort  shall  be  spared  to  meet  the  wants  of  the  public 
in  a  first-class  house,  and  recognizing  the  fact  that  management  is 
the  keynote  to  success  in  any  hotel,  he  secured  the  services  of  Mr. 
Walter  B.  Johnson,  of  Boston,  as  manager.  This  gentleman  has  had 
large  experience  in  hotel  management,  and  from  his  book  of  knowl- 
edge upon  the  subject,  many  a  hotel  man  in  Boston  and  New  York 
might  well  take  a  leaf.  The  Welden  surpasses  in  size,  beauty  and 
equipment  any  other  hotel  in  the  state,  while  it  is  the  only  commo- 
dious and  well-appointed  summer  resort  in  this  region.  It  is  a  large, 
five-story  brick  edifice,  built  upon  three  sides  of  a  square,  with  a  well- 
lighted  inner  court,  thus  admitting  sunshine  into  every  room  in  the 
house.  Its  location  is  excellent.  It  faces,  the  finest  park  in  Ver- 
mont, and  overlooks  the  beautiful  village,  and  the  charming  scenery 
of  Lake  Champlain  and  the  Adirondacks  in  the  distance.  There  are 
two  hundred  rooms  at  the  Welden,  many  of  them  en  suite  and  sep- 
cially  intended  to  secure  the  privacy  of  a  home  to  families;  while 
the  house  is  lighted  by  gas  and  electricity,  heated  by  steam  through- 
out, provided  with  electric  call  bells  and  luxuriously  furnished.  The 
hotel  is  also  provided  with  an  Otis  elevator,  and  a  large  music  hall, 
while  in  the  hotel  building  are  the  post  office,  a  National  Bank  and  a 
Western  Union  Telegraph  office.  The  service  is  elaborate  and  a 
thorough  system  of  organization  is  enforced  by  Mr.  Johnson,  who  is 
no  ornamental  figure-head,  but  a  "  worker,"  who  personally  sees 
after  the  comfort  of  every  guest.  Great  attention  has  been  paid  to 
sanitary  regulations.  The  elevated  site  occupied  by  the  hotel  ensures 
a  perfect  system  of  drainage,  and  sanitary  experts  have  put  their 
seal  of  approval  upon  the  entire  new  and  perfect  system  lately  ap- 
plied to  the  house.  A  first-class  livery  is  connected  with  the  hotel, 
'buses  carry  passengers  free  to  and  from  the  depot,  while  a  barber- 
shop and  billiard  room  are  among  the  necessities  of  modern  hotel 
life  here  supplied  for  the  convenience  of  guests.  The  finest  table  in 
St.  Albans  is  set  right  here  at  the  Welden.  The  proprietor  is  a 
liberal  caterer.  He  believes  in  the  best  and  plenty  of  it,  and  has  in 
charge  of  the  cuisine  a  skilled  chef  and  competent  assistants.  A 
large  farm  near  by  furnishes  a  daily  supply  of  fresh  butter,  cream, 
milk  and  vegetables.  With  a  popular  management  understanding 
exactly  how  to  satisfy  the  most  varied  and  fastidious  tastes,  and 
with  the  lovely  scenery  and  charming  views  surrounding  it  on  every 
hand,  it  is  not  to  be  wondered  at  that  the  Welden  is  the  Mecca  for 
summer  tourists.    Its  rates  will  be  found  very  moderate. 


F.  F.  TWITCHEIili  &  CO.,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  Main  and 
Bank  Streets.— The  dry  goods  business  has  been  carried  on  upon  this 
site  for  over  eighty  years,  the  present  firm  succeeding  to  the  control 
in  1881.  The  location  is  the  most  central  both  to  the  business  and 
residental  sections  of  the  town,  and  the  house  has  a  splendid  trade 
at  botli  wholesale  and  retail.  Two  floors,  32  x  60  feet  each,  are  occu- 
pied, and  these  are  fitted  up  and  furnished  in  keeping  with  the  cor- 
rect taste  and  sound  judgment  of  the  proprietor,  inciuding  electric 
lights,  Lamson  cash  carrier  system,  and  other  arrangements  for  the 
convenience  of  customers  and  the  adequate  display  of  the  magnifi- 
cent stock  here  carried.  This  is  the  busiest  establishment  in  its  line 
in  town,  its  counters  being  thronged  by  patrons  from  all  classes  of 
the  community.  Each  department  is  complete  within  itself,  while 
the  employees  are  noted  for  their  courtesy  and  obliging  manners. 
Customers  can  here  obtain  a  complete  outfit,  not  only  of  dry  and 
fancy  goods,  but  many  household  articles  both  for  use  and  adorn- 
ment. The  splendid  stock  contains  everything  desirable  in  the  line 
of  dress  goods,  the  house  being  the  recognized  headquarters  for 
silks,  satins,  velvets  and  velveteens,  ottomans,  Rhadamaux,  cash- 
meres and  prints;  also  for  cloaks,  suits  and  shawls;  tight-fitting 
ulsters  and  the  latest  fur  novelties,  all  the  freshest  patterns  in  Wil- 
tons, Moquettes,  Axminsters,  Brussels,  tapestry,  ingrain  and  other 
carpetings;  linoleums,  rugs  and  oil  cloths,  window  shades,  etc.,  and 
housekeeping  goods;  hosiery,  notions  and  fancy  goods  in  vast 
variety.  This  house  is  first  to  secure  the  most  desirable  novelties  in 
all  fabrics  of  the  loom,  in  fancy  goods  and  ladies'  garments,  and  in- 
variably guarantees  the  lowest  prices.  Mr.  Twitchell  is  a  native 
Vermonter,  and  one  of  St.  Albans'  prominent  citizens  and  leading 
business  men.  He  is  president  of  the  board  of  school  trustees,  a 
member  of  the  K.  of  P.  and  a  K.  T.,  and  has  served  as  president  of 
the  St.  Albans  board  of  trade. 

E.  ».  FULIiER,  Livery  Stable,  No.  104  Main  Street.— This 
well-known  stable  was  established  in  1820  and  was  the  first  livery 
established  in  town.  It  is  and  always  has  been  a  very  popular  resort 
for  the  public  in  search  of  first-class  "rigs."  Mr.  E.  D.  Fuller,  the 
proprietor,  is  a  son  of  Mr.  Wm.  Fuller,  who  established  the  business 
and  retired  in  1865,  the  son  taking  control  at  this  time.  The  premises 
occupied  on  Main  Street  cover  a  large  space  and  afford  accommo- 
dation to  a  number  of  fine  horses;  about  forty  on  an  average  are- 
kept.  Special  attention  is  given  to  boarding  horses  and  in  this  sta- 
ble can  be  seen  some  fine  animals  owned  by  wealthy  gentlemen  at 
the  town.  The  stalls  are  all  well  regulated  and  receive  careful  atten- 
tion. The  stables  are  well  lighted,  drained  and  ventilated.  A  com- 
plete and  desirable  line  of  fine  carriages  are  kept,  and  rigs  are  fur- 
nished for  all  occasions  where  they  may  be  required,  such  as  balls, 
the  theatre,  entertainments,  funerals,  weddings,  etc.  It  being  a  rule 
of  the  house  to  meet  every  call  by  telephone  or  otherwise  promptly, 
patrons  are  assured  of  prompt  and  courteous  treatment,  while  the 
prices  charged  are  always  fair  and  reasonable.  As  a  dealer  in  horses 
Mr.  Fuller  has  an  extended  reputation.  He  sells  over  one  hundred 
horses  per  year,  his  specialties  being  gents'  drivers  and  matched 
pairs,  and  is  the  largest  dealer  in  horses  in  the  state.  His  stock  con- 
sists chiefly  of  Morgan,  Hambletonian  and  Phil  Sheridan  breeds. 
Mr.  Fuller  is  a  native  of  St.  Albans. 

MISS  E.  C.  MAXHAM,  Ladies'  Trimmings,  No.  Ill  Mam  St.— 
This  is  in  all  respects  a  well-appointed,  first-class  establishment,  com- 
plete in  every  department  and  receives  a  large  and  influential  patron- 
age. Miss  Emma  C.  Maxham,  the  proprietress,  commenced  the  busi- 
ness in  1876,  and  it  at  once  leaped  into  public  favor,  developing  a 
trade  of  permanent  and  extensive  proportions.  The  general  store- 
room comprises  a  finely  appointed  apartment,  artistically  arranged 
with  all  essential  requisites  for  displaying  and  showing  off,  the  stock 
in  an  attractive  manner.  The  stock  here  displayed  embraces  every- 
thing in  the  wide  range  of  ladies'  fine  trimmings  and  furnishing 
goods— articles,  in  fact,  most  dear  to  the  feminine  heart.  Many 
specialties  are  noted,  particularly  Butterick's  patterns,  for  which 
this  house  is  the  agency  here.  The  stock  handled  by  Miss  Maxham 
is  made  up  of  the  very  finest  goods  of  this  nature  that  could  be  ob- 
tained. In  quality,  workmanship  and  finish  it  is  unexcelled  in  this 
town  by  that  of  any  contemporary  establishment,  while  the  prices 
quoted  are  extremely  moderate.  Miss  Maxham  is  a  native  of  this, 
state,  a  lady  of  courteous  manners,  and  is  very  much  respected  here.. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


DRISCOL.L.  &  GRAVES,  Grain  and  Mill  Feed,  Lake  and 
Market  Streets.— Tiiere  is  not  among  all  the  great  staple  food  prod- 
ucts that  enter  into  general  consumption  any  that  exceeds  in  impor- 
tance those  of  hay,  feed  and  grain,  and  it  is  in  the  nature  of  things, 
therefore,  that  the  sale  and  handling  of  these  articles  should  consti- 
tute one  of  the  principal  branches  of  mercantile  activity  in  every 
center  of  trade  and  conunerce.  A  comparatively  new  house  devoted 
to  this  line  of  trade  in  St.  Albans  and  rapidly  winning  a  most  envi- 
able reputation  in  consequence  of  its  superior  supplies  and  honor- 


able, straightforward  business  methods  is  that  of  Messrs.  Driscoll  & 
Graves,  whose  popular  and  ably  conducted  headquarters  are  so 
eligibly  located  on  the  corner  of  Lake  and  Market  Streets.  The 
members  of  the  firm  are  Mr.  T.  G.  Driscoll  and  Mr.  F.  H.  Graves, 
both  Vermonters  by  birth,  and  having  a  wide  range  of  experience  in 
this  line  of  trade,  they  formed  this  copartnership  under  the  present 
firm  title  and  inaugurated  this  enterprise  in  July,  1889,  which  at  once 
secured  a  hold  on  public  favor  resulting  in  the  development  of  a 
very  large  and  influential  patronage  that  is  constantly  increasing  in 
volume  and  importance,  extending  throughout  the  city  and  sur- 
rounding vicinity.  The  premises  occupied  are  spacious  and  commo- 
dious, comprising  two  floors  and  large  storehouse  in  the  rear,  which 
are  fitted  up  with  special  reference  to  the  trade,  which  involves  the 
daily  handling  of  large  quantities  of  heavy  and  bulky  articles  con- 
nected with  the  business  and  provided  with  ample  accommodations 
for  the  large  assortment  constantly  on  hand.  The  stock  carried  em- 
braces the  very  choicest  of  everything  in  the  line  of  domestic  animal 
provender,  including  mill  products  such  as  bran,  shorts,  middlings, 
ship  stuffs,  cracked  corn  and  oats,  screenings,  etc.,  also  the  very 
cleanest  and  best  varieties  of  baled  timothy,  clover,  red  top,  blue 
grass  and  other  hay,  clean  and  bright  rye,  oats  and  wheat  straw, 
etc.,  clean,  sweet  and  heavy  oats,  ear  and  shelled  corn,  besides  a  full 
stock  of  timothy,  clover,  red  top,  orchard,  lawn  and  other  grass 
seeds,  field  and  garden  vegetable  seeds,  etc.  The  firm  makes  a  spe- 
cialty of  the  choicest  brands  of  spring  and  winter  wheat  flour,  also 
graham,  rye  and  buckwheat  flour,  oatmeal,  yellow  and  white  bolted 
and  unbolted  corn  meal  and  other  fancy  cereals  of  which  they  carry 
a  full  and  complete  variety  at  all  times,  besides  meal  cakes,  condi- 
tion powders  and  other  special  articles  for  horses  and  cattle ;  and  also 
E.  Frank  Coe's  high  grade,  ammoniated  bone  super-phosphate. 
The  firm  enjoys  close  business  connections  with  shippers  and  the 
most  prominent  millers,  and  all  goods  purchased  from  them  can  be 
relied  upon  as  pure  and  wholesome.  All  orders  receive  prompt  at- 
tention and  are  delivered  in  the  city  free  of  charge  when  desired. 
Messrs.  Driscoll  and  Graves  are  gentlemen  of  superior  business 
ability,  enterprising,  courteous  and  honorable,  and  they  justly  merit 
the  success  they  have  achieved  by  their  ability  and  perserverance. 

J.  G.  MOORE,  Marble  Worker,  No.  91  Main  Street.  -These 
works  were  established  in  1872.  and  are  among  the  most  extensive 
and  prosperous  in  the  country.  The  reputation  and  trade  is  not 
only  local  but  national,  and  the  operations  of  the  house  extend  from 
Maine  to  California.  This  pleasing  result  is  due  mainly  to  the  high 
quality  of  the  work  turned  out,  and  also  to  the  energetic  and  perse- 
vering management  of  the  business.  The  works  at  No.  91  Main 
Street  are  of  a  very  complete  and  spacious  character,  comprising 
two  large  yards,  tipon  which  have  been  erected  the  necessary  biiikl- 


iugs  and  slieddiiig  for  the  several  departments.  The  rubbing  and 
polishing  and  other  machinery  is  of  the  most  improved  make  and 
is  run  by  steam-power;  indeed,  the  facilities  of  the  works  are  such 
that  all  orders  received  are  promptly  executed  and  in  the  best 
manner.  In  marble,  the  house  executes  all  manner  of  designs,  par- 
ticularly cemetery  and  monumental  works,  and  has  set  some  of  the 
finest  monuments  in  the  state.  A  large  supply  of  marble  and  gran- 
ite, worked  and  in  the  rough,  is  kept  in  stock  at  all  times,  a  spe- 
cialty being  made  of  granite  work.  Estimates  and  designs  are 
furnished  on  application.  In  all  the  job  work  done  at  these  works, 
there  is  manifested  a  careful  and  skillful  workmanship,  and  a  display 
of  good  taste  in  material  and  execution  which  have  largely  added  to 
the  reputation  already  enjoyed  by  the  concern.  Mr.  Moore,  the  pro- 
prietor, is  a  thoroughly  practical  man.  He  was  born  in  this  state, 
and  during  his  residence  in  St.  Albans,  has  become  widely  known 
and  respected.  He  is  a  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.  and  the  K.  of  P. 
During  the  war,  Mi\  Moore  served  gallantly  in  two  Vermont  regi- 
nemts,  the  First  and  the  Twelfth. 


A.  S.  OliMSTEAD,  Groceries,  Etc.,  No.  142  Main  Street.— A 
prominent,  progressive  and  representative  house  engaged  exten- 
sively in  this  line  of  business  in  St.  Albans,  handling  none  but  reliable 
and  A  1  goods,  is  that  of  Mr.  A.  S.  Olmstead,  successor  to  I.  J.  Good- 
hue, dealer  in  groceries,  lamps,  wooden,  crockery  and  other  wares. 
This  enterprise  was  founded  originally  in  1870  by  Mr.  I.  J.  Goodhue, 
who  conducted  it  with  unvarying  success  until  1889,  when  he  dis- 
posed of  it  to  the  present  proprietor,  who  is  a  thoroughly  experi- 
enced business  man.  The  premises  utilized  are  of  ample  dimensions, 
commodious,  and  admirably  fitted  up  with  special  reference  to  the 
diflierent  <lepartments  of  the  trade.  The  store  is  very  neatly  and  at- 
tractively arranged  and  the  stock  carried  is  full  and  complete  in  all 
its  branches.  Here  will  be  found  a  superior  assortment  of  abso- 
lutely pure  and  fresh  choice  fancy  and  staple  groceries,  including 
the  very  best  grades  of  tea  from  China  and  Japan,  choice,  fragrant 
Mocha,  Java  and  Rio  coffees,  cocoas  and  spices;  select  brands  of 
canned  fruits,  vegetables,  meats,  fish,  table  delicacies,  sauces,  rel- 
ishes and  condiments;  sugar,  syrups  and  molasses,  best  family  flour, 
cereal  and  farinaceous  foods,  prime  dairy  and  fancy  creamery  but- 
ter and  cheese,  fresh  eggs,  pure  lard,  farm  and  garden  products; 
salt  and  smoked  meats  and  fish:  foreign  and  domestic  fruits;  bak- 
ers' and  laundry  supplies,  popular  brands  of  cigars,  smoking  and 
chewing  tobaccos,  etc.  His  stock  of  crockery,  china  and  queens- 
ware  includes  the  latest  and  most  desirable  patterns  in  breakfast, 
dinner  and  tea  sets:  also  game,  fish  and  toilet  sets,  besides  a  full 
assortment  of  most  elegant  single  pieces  in  the  very  finest  of  foreign 
and  domestic  wares;  also  fancy  articles  for  use  and  ornament  of  fine 
French,  German  and  English  and  American  productions;  plain,  cut, 
embossed  and  pressed  glassware,  stained  glass  goods,  while  the 
assortment  of  lamps  includes  all  the  very  latest  and  most  improved 
patterns  and  styles  with  globes,  shades  and  other  fittings.  The  stock 
of  wooden  and  willow  ware  embraces  every  conceivable  article  in 
these  lines  for  household  purposes,  and  is  unsurpassed  in  quality 
and  low  prices.  Polite  assistants  serve  patrons  and  every  effort  is 
made  to  please,  while  orders  are  delivered  at  residences  in  the  city 
free  of  charge.  Mr.  Olmstead  is  a  native  of  this  state,  and  is  a  wide- 
awake, industrious  man  of  excellent  business  ability. 


R.  J".  KNOIVIiES  ^k  CO.,  Artistic  Upholstery,  No.  87  N.  Main 
Street.— This  house  was  organized  in  1890,  being  the  successor  to  Mr. 
A.  H.  Switzer,  who  had  carried  on  the  business  for  years.  Jlessrs. 
Knowles  &  Co.  occupy  an  entire  floor,  20  x  60  feet,  employ  a  polite, 
clerical  force,  deliver  all  orders  and  are  establishing  a  successful  and 
desirable  trade  among  the  first  families  of  this  city.  They  make  a 
specialt5'  of  custom  work,  giving  particular  attention  to  the  artistic 
upholstery  of  sofas,  lounges,  chairs,  etc.  They  make  to  order  and 
put  up  draperies  and  window  shades,  produce  fine  picture  frames, 
supply  rich  mouldings,  make  and  renovate  mattresses,  repair  and 
polish  furniture,  lay  carpets  and  give  careful  attention  to  packing 
furniture,  pictures,  glass  and  china  for  transportation  and  shipment. 
Messrs.  Knowles  &  Co.  have  entered  upon  their  calling  with  a  com- 
plete understanding  of  its  details  and  requirements,  and  all  indica- 
tions point  to  their  success.  The  members  of  the  house  are  Messrs. 
R.  J.  Knowles  and  E.  H.  Shattuck. 


8T.     ALBANS,     VERMONT, 


109' 


E.  A.  I.AUCIIL.IN,  Tobacco,  No.  100  Main  Street.— Mr.  E.  A. 
Laughlin  is  a  retail  dealer  in  fruits,  confections,  tobacco  and  cigars, 
having  established  his  business  in  1887.  He  has  increased  his  patron- 
age until  his  customers  are  numerous  and  prominent.  His  goods 
occupy  a  roomy  store, 'his  stoclc  consisting  of  the  choicest 
brands  of  tobacco,  in  which  line  lie  handles  everything 
that  goes  to  consummate  the  delight  of  the  smolter.  He  deals  in 
smoking  tobacco  of  every  make,  Durliam,  Dills,  Richmond  and  all  of 
the  choice  Turkish  and  Perique  brands;  also  plug  tobacco,  chewing 
and  smoking;  snufif,  cigars  of  the  best  grades  imported  and  Key 
West,  cigarettes,  cheroots,  etc.,  pipes,  cigar  holders,  tobacco 
pouches  and  boxes.  He  handles  every  variety  of  fruits,  apples, 
pears,  peaches,  grapes  and  the  best  confections,  sweets,  bon-bons, 
caramels  and  nuts.  Mr.  Laughlin  is  regarded  as  a  very  reliable  and 
able  business  man.  A  native  of  St.  Albans,  he  served  gallantly  for 
two  years  and  five  months  in  Co.  G,  Tliirteenth  New  York  Cavalry, 
and  is  now  an  honored  and  active  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.  Mr. 
Laughlin  also  makes  a  specialty  of  fine  sci-oll  sawing. 

J.  SC0FIE;L.I>  &  SON,  stoves,  Etc.,  No.  162  South  Main  Street. 
—Messrs.  J.  Scofleld  &  Son  are  among  the  leading  men  engaged  in 
this  line  in  St.  Albans.  They  deal  in  stoves,  ranges,  furnaces,  tin- 
ware, etc.,  and  also  attend  to  plumbing  and  the  arrangement  of 
steam  and  hot  water  apparatus.  The  business  was  originally  es- 
tablished by  Miller  &  McEvoy  in  1876;  succeeded  by  Miller  &  Greene: 
they,  by  Miller  &  Scofield;  that  firm  by  Mr.  J.  Scofleld,  individually; 
and  in  turn  came  Messrs.  Scofleld  &  Son,  in  1889.  They  occupy  a 
well-stocked  store,  22  x  70  feet,  with  a  roomy  basement,  and  employ 
a  force  of  ten  persons,  while  they  deliver  all  orders.  They  handle 
every  variety  of  stoves,  for  wood,  small  and  large  coal,  base  burn- 
ers; supply  houses  and  buildings  with  the  most  useful  furnaces:  put 
in  piping  for  water,  gas  and  conducting  steam  heat;  build  radiators, 
fit  water  basins,  sinks  and  bath-rooms,  etc.,  while  they  also  handle 
all  kinds  of  tinware,  pails,  boilers,  pans,  basins,  sieves,  etc.  Messrs. 
Scofleld  &  Son  stand  among  St.  Albans'  leading  merchants.  They 
have  proven  themselves  honorable  and  loyal  to  business  principles. 
Mr.  Scofleld,  Sr.,  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  and  a  native  of 
Canada.    Mr.  J.  Scofleld  was  born  in  Vermont. 

FRED  K.  WOODWARD,  Grocer,  No.  167  So.  Main  Street.- 
Mr.  Woodward  is  a  native  of  this  town,  and  is  one  of  the  leading  and 
respected  citizens  of  the  place.  He  established  his  present  enter- 
prise in  1888,  and  the  spacious  premises  are  in  size  2.5  x  60  feet.  Mr. 
Woodward  conducts  two  important  enterprises.  In  the  flrst  place 
he  is  one  of  the  leading  grocers  of  the  town,  keeping  in  stock  a  fine 
and  select  stock  of  fancy  and  staple  groceries  of  every  description, 
together  with  complete  lines  of  such  special -goods  as  confectionery 
and  cigars.  The  line  of  confectionery  is  particularly  fine,  and  era- 
braces  all  high  grades  in  foreign  and  domestic  candies.  Mr.  Wood- 
ward's trade  in  this  department  is  wide-spread  and  extends  among 
all  classes  in  St.  Albans.  In  the  lunch  room  Mr.  Woodward  sells 
substantial  refreshments  of  all  kinds  at  all  hours  of  the  day  and  even- 
ing. He  supplies  the  finest  and  choicest  edibles  the  market  affords 
and  his  place  is  the  resort  par  excellence  for  our  best  class  of  citizens. 
The  entire  establishment  presents  at  all  times  a  busy  and  enlivening 
picture  of  human  industry,  and  it  is  one  of  the  features  of  this  part 
of  the  town. 

T.  C  BRENN  AX,  Restaurant.— St.  Albans  is  well  supplied  with 
a  number  of  flrst-elass  restaurants  outside  of  the  numerous  hotels, 
and  it  owes  much  to  the  enterprising  and  energetic  restauranters 
who  have  brought  about  this  result.  Prominent  among  these  is  the 
gentleman  whose  name  heads  this.  Mr.  Brennan  is  a  native  of  Ire- 
land, and  twenty  years  ago  embarked  in  this  business  here,  at  which 
he  has  gained  both  fame  and  fortune.  Since  1880  he  has  occupied 
his  present  quarters  which  are  flnely  arranged,  elegantly  fitted  up 
and  convenient  in  every  way.  Here,  with  every  facility  at  hand,  and 
with  a  table  supplied  at  all  seasons  of  the  year  with  the  best  of 
everything  the  market  affords,  Mr.  Brennan  caters  to  and  appeases 
the  appetites  of  a  most  extensive  patronage,  regular  and  transient, 
ot  this  city  and  vicinity.  In  the  character  of  "  mine  host,"  Mr. 
Brennan  stands  the  acknowledged  peer  of  any  of  his  contemporaries 
in  this  section,  and  his  popularity  is  due  much  to  the  courteous, 
affable  demeanor  he  holds  out  to  all,  as  well  as  to  the  fine  quality  of 
meals  set  up  at  his  restaurant. 


F.  N.  TROMBL.EY,  Baker,  No.  77  Main  Street.— The  naturally 
productive  state  of  the  comitry  surrounding  St.  Albans,  makes  this, 
city  one  of  the  richest  and  most  abundant  in  table  supplies  and  par- 
ticularly in  the  bakers'  province,  a  line  in  which  Mr.  F.  N.  Trombley  is 
engaged  at  No.  77  Main  Street.  He  has  one  floor  completely  stocked 
with  every  commodity  known  to  the  bakers'  art,  and  although  estab- 
lished in  business  in  1890,  Mr.  Trombley  is  already  doing  a  brisk  and 
large  trade,  with  every  prospect  of  its  growth.  Everything  that  he 
carries  in  stock  is  flrst  class  and  as  a  consequence  he  produces  first- 
class  bread  stuffs.  Mr.  Trombley  is  a  practical  baker,  having  spent 
years  in  the  duty  of  learning  his  trade  and  journeyman's  work,  be- 
fore starting  in  business  for  himself.  He  bakes  and  deals  in  the 
most  delicious  bread,  crackers,  pastry,  cakes,  pies,  rolls,  crullers, 
doughnuts,  pound  cakes,  wine  cakes,  lady  fingers,  etc.,  and  all  sorts 
of  plain,  fancy,  frosted,  wedding,  reception  and  tea  cakes,  baskets, 
etc.  He  buys  only  the  best  brands  of  flour,  and  uses  the  sweetest 
butter  and  lard  and  the  finest  grades  of  sugar  and  seasoning.  He 
also  makes  and  deals  in  choice  sweets,  confections,  bon-bons,  cara- 
mels, etc.  Mr.  Trombley's  store  is  neat  and  handsomely  arranged, 
and  his  customers  are  of  the  best..  He  is  a  native  of  Canada. 

DR.  C.  S.  CAITIPBELL.,  Dentist,  No.  4  Bank  Street.— Dr.  C; 
S.  Campbell,  the  well  and  favorably  known  dentist,  for  fully  eight 
years  has  maintained  a  position  in  the  front  rank  in  his  profession- 
He  is,  in  fact,  one  of  the  oldest  and  best  known  practitioners  in  den- 
tistry in  St.  Albans.  He  was  licensed  by  the  State  Board  in  1882,. 
came  to  this  city  to  locate,  choosing  this  as  his  field  of  labor  and  per- 
manent home.  He  is  a  thoroughly  practical  and  experienced  den- 
tist of  long  and  varied  experience,  both  in  the  mechanical  and  scien- 
tific branches  of  the  art.  He  occupies  neatly  appointed  and  com- 
pletely equipped  offices  at  above  address,  having  in  service  all  the 
latest  improved  dental  appliances  and  genera!  appurtenances,  and  is 
prepared  to  attend  to  everything  comprehended  in  modern  dentistry 
in  the  most  reliable  and  excellent  manner.  Teeth  are  extracted, 
filled  and  adjusted  with  judgment  and  skill  at  reasonable  prices,, 
while  plates  are  inserted  and  artificial  work  of  every  description  ex- 
ecuted in  the  best  form  of  the  art.  The  doctor  is  a  native  of  this, 
state  and  is  very  highly  respected  in  this  vicinity. 

MRS.  AlilCE  E.  BAKER,  Hair  Work,  No.  115  Main 
Street. — It  would  seem  that  there  is  no  end  to  the  resources  for  the 
supply  of  human  hair,  a  Une  in  which  Mrs.  Alice  E.  Baker  is  en- 
gaged. She  is  a  native  of  Vermont  and  a  manufacturer  of  hair 
work,  keeping  constantly  on  hand  a  complete  assortment  for  sale. 
She  is  also  an  expert  in  hair  dyeing,  making  that  a. specialty.  Mrs. 
Baker  established  her  business  in  1875  and  since  that  period  has. 
made  a  great  success  as  a  dyer.  The  ingredients  that  she  uses  are 
sure  not  to  injure  the  scalp  or  hair,  but  gives  the  hair  a  natural  color 
which  throws  off  all  suspicion  that  it  has  ever  been  dyed.  She  keeps 
a  large  assortment  of  goods,  including  hair  work  of  all  sorts,  bangs, 
false  front  pieces,  switches,  etc.  She  also  sells  everything  in  the  way 
of  variety,  including  toys,  jewelry,  school  childrens'  notions,  fancy 
goods  and  a  large  assortment  of  goods  used  by  ladies  and  mi-sses. 
She  is  the  agent  for  every  make  of  sewing  machine,  including  the 
Household,  Helpmate,  New  York,  Singer,  Weed,  New  Haven,  and  a 
■  great  many  others.  Mrs.  Baker  is  noted  as  an  exceptionally  clever 
business  woman. 

THE  miSSES  liANE,  Variety  Store,  No.  103  Lake  Street.— 
The  Misses  Lane,  who  are  the  proprietors  of  one  of  the  most  notice- 
able variety  and  fancy  stores  in  the  city,  established  their  business 
in  1888,  and  have  now  a  neat  and  attractive  salesroom  and  a  roomy 
storehouse,  where  they  keep  a  large  stock  of  goods  of  every  variety,, 
toys,  games,  blocks,  balls,  Yankee  notions,  books,  slates,  pencils, 
pens,  paper,  ink,  tinware,  pans,  basins,  boilers,  cups,  sieves,  etc. 
The  Misses  Lane  also  cary  a  full  line  of  the  choicest  confections,  made 
from  the  purest  sugar  and  syrups,  including  sweets,  bon-bons,  cara- 
mels, drops,  stick  candy,  etc.,  which  they  dispose  of  in  neat  pack- 
ages; fruits  of  all  kinds,  apples,  pears,  grapes,  peaches,  plums, 
bananas,  nuts  of  every  variety ;  sweetmeats,  fancy  cakes,  lady  fin- 
gers and  an  endless  array  of  articles  for  grown  persons  and  children^ 
They  carry  the  best  stock  of  everything  and  have  built  up  a  repu- 
tation for  honorable  business  dealings.  The  Misses  Lane  are  natives 
of  Vermont,  and  are  in  the  path  of  a  success  that  does  credit  to  their 
commercial  talent. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


A.  S.  HYDE  &  SON,  Grocers,  No.  118  Bank  Street.— St.  Albans 
has  the  honor  to  claim  some  of  the  oldest  and  most  reliable  busi- 
ness houses  in  the  state,  among  the  number  being  the  grocery  firm 
of  A.  S.  and  F.  W  Hyde,  known  as  Messrs.  A.  S.  Hyde  &  Son.  This 
substantial  old  house  was  established  away  back  in  1840,  by  Messrs. 
Atwood  &  Hyde.  They  were  succeeded  by  Messrs.  Hyde,  Burton 
&  Beardsley  in  1845;  then  by  Messrs.  Hyde  &  Foster  in  1850  by  Mr. 
A.  S.  Hyde  in  1855;  and  by  Messrs.  A.  S.  Hyde  &  Son  in  1879.  Mr. 
Hyde,  Sr.,  has  therefore  been  connected  with  the  business  for  fifty 
years.  That  is  a  record  worthy  of  historical  note,  a  fact  which 
brings  the  firm  into  review  in  these  pages.  Messrs.  Hyde  &  Son 
occupy  a  floor  20  x  80  feet,  and  a  large  basement  stocked  with  tlie 
choicest  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  tea,  coffee,  sugar,  flour,  bread- 
stuffs,  cheese,  eggs,  produce  of  every  description,  vegetables,  fruits, 
nuts,  confections,  canned,  preserved,  dried  and  pickled  goods,  etc. 
Messrs.  Hyde  &  Son,  however,  make  a  specialty  of  dealing  in  Frank- 
lin County  butter  and  Vermont  maple  sugar.  This  butter  is  made 
from  the  milk  of  the  most  carefully  clover  and  grass  fed  cows,  who 
jare  cared  for  and  given  the  best  attention.  The  butter  is  churned 
and  prepared  for  the  market  with  the  utmost  attention  and  comes 
in  sweet  and  pure.  The  maple  sugar  is  made  with  the  closest  care 
and  bears  the  brand  of  the  best  sugar  made.  Messrs.  Hyde  &  Son 
are  among  the  most  skilled  merchants  in  St.  Albans.  They  know 
their  customers'  tastes  and  satisfy  them.  Their  clerks  are  polite 
and  attentive,  their  store  neat  and  attractive  and  they  deliver  all 
goods.  They  are  popular  men  both  in  business  and  public  walks. 
Mr.  A.  S.  Hyde  has  been  lister  and  town  treasurer  five  years.  He 
is  a  native  of  Georgia,  Vt.  Mr.  F.  W.  Hyde  was  born  in  St.  Albans 
and  has  been  county  treasurer  nine  years. 


COOTEGYS  &  WEBSTER,  Dentists,  No.  2  Kingman  Street. 
—Dentistry  is  one  of  the  most  delicate  and  intricate  of  professions. 
Its  ethics  require  a  good  deal  more  than  mere  mechanical  skill, 
demanding  in  fact,  as  supplementary  to  the  groundwork  of  its 
rudiments,  talent,  breadth  of  mind  and  a  natural  Inclination 
to  mastering  all  its  details.  We  have  here  in  St.  Albans 
a  number  of  first-class  dentists,  men  who,  standing  at  the  head 
of  their  profession  enjoy  reputations  not  confined  merely  to 
the  limits  of  the  town,  but  extending  over  a  vast  expanse  of 
country  as  well.  Of  these  it  is  a  pleasure  to  note  briefly  the 
careers  of  the  gentlemen  composing  this  firm,  Messrs.  J.  M. 
Comegys,  M.  D.  and  George  O.  Webster.  Dr.  Comegys  is  a  native  of 
Delaware  and  a  graduate  from  Dartmouth  College.  In  1867  he  es- 
tablished this  office  here  and  at  once  built  up  a  large  and  lucrative 
practice.  Being  a  doctor  of  medicine  as  well,  the  doctor  found  his 
time  too  much  taken  up  in  the  prosecution  of  both  professions  and  to 
relieve  himself  somewhat  of  the  burden,  he,  this  present  year,  ad- 
mitted Dr.  Webster  as  associate  partner  in  the  practice  of  dentistry. 
Dr.  Webster  is  a  graduate  from  Philadelphia  Dental  College,  and  a 
thoroughly  experienced  practitioner.  These  gentlemen,  under  the 
firm  style  of  Comegys  &  Webster,  dentists,  occupy  superbly  ap- 
pointed offices  at  No.  2  Kingman  Street.  Every  department  of  this 
important  profession  is  pursued,  teeth  extracted,  filled  and  adjusted 
and  artificial  work  of  all  kinds  done,  and  the  offices  are  supplied 
with  the  newest  devised  apparatus  and  appliances  designed  for 
dental  practice.  The  practice  of  this  office  is  of  large  proportions 
and  extends  all  through  this  region  of  country.  Both  gentlemen 
are  highly  esteemed  in  all  circles  in  St.  Albans. 


"W.  T.  OTERKITT,  Grocer,  No.  164  South  Bank  Street.- The 
excellent,  ably  conducted  grocery  store  of  Mr.  W.  T.  Merritt  was 
originally  established  by  Merritt  &  Scogel  in  1876,  the  present  pro- 
prietor succeeding  this  firm  in  1881.  From  its  inception  this 
house  has  been  conducted  in  an  upright,  honorable,  liberal  manner, 
and  became  widely  known  as  one  of  the  most  desirable  among  the 
many  stores  at  which  to  obtain  the  very  best  bargains  in  choice 
groceries  and  provisions.  In  size  the  store  is  22  x  70  feet,  and  as  re- 
gards fixtures  and  appointments  is  very  complete  and  perfect  in  all 
details.  The  stock  has  been  carefully  selected,  and  in  its  variety 
embraces  all  the  popular  brands  of  family  flour,  and  teas  and  coffees 
of  a  superior  quality,  pure  spices  and  sugar,  syrups,  hermetically 


sealed  goods  in  tin  and  glass,  condiments  and  smoked  meats,  fish 
and  provisions,  prime  creamery  and  dairy  butter,  fresh  eggs  and  the 
best  brands  of  choice  cigars  and  tobacco.  For  the  daily  prosecution 
of  business  the  services  of  two  hands  and  one  delivery  wagon  is  re- 
quired. This  house  does  both  a  wholesale  and  retail  trade  of  large 
proportions.  Mr.  Merritt  is  a  native  of  Canada  and  has  for  many 
years  been  actively  and  closely  identified  with  the  best  business  in- 
terest of  St.  Albans. 


nERS.  M.  G.  GIIiDER,  Milliner,  No.  101  Main  Street.— The 
tastes  of  the  American  people  have  grown  so  fastidious,  that  this 
country  has  at  once  leaped  to  the  front,  as  one  of  the  best  dressed 
nations  of  the  earth.  Not  a  little  of  this  is  due  to  the  enterprise 
of  the  American  milliners,  of  whom  St.  Albans  has  one  very  prom- 
inent in  the  person  of  Mrs.  M.  G.  Gilder.  This  lady  established 
her  store  in  1876,  and  is  therefore  entitled  to  be  classed 
among  the  city's  most  reliable  tradespeople.  She  has  occupied 
her  present  location  in  the  old  landmark  known  as  the  Whiting 
Building  for  three  years,  and  has  a  most  exquisitely  arranged  store, 
large  and  completely  stocked  with  all  of  the  stylish  things  that  give 
joy  to  ladies.  She  is  among  the  first  to  import  and  procure  the 
latest  styles  in  bonnets,  hats,  all  classes  of  millinery  goods,  fancy 
goods,  trimmings,  rich  feathers,  ribbons,  laces,  silks,  gloves,  notions 
and  an  endless  variety  of  enticing  articles  of  ornament,  such  as  pins, 
bracelets,  chains,  charms,  belts,  etc.  She  does  a  thriving  retail  trade 
among  the  best  families,  carries  on  an  especial  custom  department 
and  in  every  way  conducts  a  first-class  millinery  store.  In  the  busy 
season,  she  employs  six  of  the  most  skillful  milliners  to  be  found, 
and  keeps  up  with  the  fashions  of  the  times.  Mrs.  Gilder  is  honored 
with  the  distinction  of  being  an  exceptionally  clever  business  woman, 
a  practical  milliner  and  a  woman  of  sound,  honorable  business  prin- 
ciples.   She  is  a  native  of  Vermont. 


A.  B.  SOUIiE,  Dentist,  No.  112  North  Main  Street.— In  this 
article  we  desire  to  call  attention  to  one  of  the  best  conducted  and 
prosperous  offices  here— that  managed  by  A.  B.  Soule,  D.D.S.  This 
gentleman  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  was  graduated  with  high 
honors  from  the  Baltimore  College  of  Dental  Surgery.  Being  a 
wide-awake,  energetic  man,  he  foresaw  the  advantages  to  be  derived 
in  locating  in  his  native  state,  and  in  the  early  part  of  1890,  he  lo- 
cated in  St.  Albans  and  opened  offices  at  present  location.  The 
wisdom  of  this  step  was  at  once  exemplified  and  the  large  prac- 
tice now  enjoyed  by  Dr.  Soule  is  evidence  of  his  skillful  work  and 
wide  popularity.  His  offices  are  finely  furnished,  and  in  the  matter 
of  necessary  equipment  contain  a  fine  stock  of  the  essential  appara- 
tus and  appliances  of  the  newest  devised  patents.  The  doctor  prose- 
cutes all  departments  of  the  business,  and  is  particularly  skillful  in 
extracting,  filling  and  adjusting  teeth  and  doing  all  manner  of  artifi- 
cial work.  No  one  is  more  highly  esteemed  or  respected  in  St. 
Albans  than  is  Dr.  Soule. 


WM:.  ROBERTS,  Dining  Rooms,  No.  30  Lake  Street.— Since 
January  10,  1870,  Wm.  Roberts  has  been  conducting  one  of  the 
most  popular  luncheon  and  dining-rooms  at  No.  30  Lake  Street, 
in  St.  Albans.  He  occupies  two  fioors,  30  x  80  feet,  and  besides  cater- 
ing to  a  large  number  of  regular  boarders,  does  an  extensive  tran- 
sient trade,  serving  a  grand  meal  for  twenty -five  cents  and  keeping 
open  house  at  all  hours.  Mr.  Roberts  has  very  wisely  preserved  the 
domestic  feature  of  his  place,  by  having  his  five  daughters  assist  in 
conducting  the  dining-room.  He  serves  the  best  joints,  tender, 
sweet  and  delicious  roast  beef,  mutton,  veal,  pork,  lamb,  chicken, 
turkey,  ducks,  geese,  game,  birds,  sweet-breads,  bread-stuffs,  soups, 
entrees,  delicacies,  tea,  coffee,  chocolate,  cocoa  and  sweet  butter, 
fresh  eggs,  good  country  cheese,  vegetables  and  fruits.  He  supplies 
peaches,  apples,  pears,  grapes,  etc.,  nuts  of  all  kinds,  confectiohs, 
sweets,  bon-bons,  caramels,  ice-cream  and  ices.  Mr.  Roberts  knows 
how  to  please  his  customers  and  succeeds.  He  is  a  shrewd,'upright 
man  of  business,  and  prominent  in  society.  A  native  of  New  York, 
he  served  his  country  with  gallantry  two  years  in  Co.  D,  Thirty- 
fourth  N.  Y.  Volunteers,  and  is  an  honored  member  of  the  G.  A.  R. 


ST.     A  L  B  A  X  S  ,     V  E  K  M  O  N  T  , 


111 


J.  W.  RYAN,  Grocer,  No.  34  Foundry  Street.— Mr.  J.  VV. 
Ryan  has  been  working  for  success  since  1878  and  can  safely  be 
said  to  have  reached  his  aim.  His  business  was  originally  estab- 
lished in  1874,  by  M.  Chase.  Mr.  Ryan  succeeded  him  twelve  years 
ago  and  is  now  at  No.  34  Foundry  Street,  where  the  best  families  of 
St.  Albans  buy  l^heir  meats,  fish,  groceries,  etc.  He  has  a  heavily 
stocked  store,  35  x  60  feet,  and  a  large  storehouse.  He  employs 
an  ample  force  of  polite  clerks  and  delivers  all  goods.  His  store  is  a 
neat  and  most  essentially  clean  and  attractive  place.  He  handles 
the  tenderest,  sweetest  meats,  for  joints,  broils,  stews  and  fries,  in- 
cluding beef,  mutton,  lamb,  veal  and  pork;  the  freshest  fish,  blue, 
cod,  sun,  poggies,  flatfish,  bull-heads,  catfish,  whitefish ;  oysters  of 
every  brand,  not  forgetting  blue  points  and  Rockaways;  vegetables, 
farm  produce,  butter,  eggs,  cheese,  flour,  potatoes,  peas,  beets,  cab- 
bage, greens,  celery;  fruits,  apples,  pears,  peaclies,  grapes;  choice 
family  groceries,  sugar,  tea,  coffee,  spices,  chocolate,  cocoa,  canned 
and  preserved  goods,  pickles,  bread-stuffs,  crackers,  cakes,  dainties, 
Yankee  notions,  etc. ;  in  fact,  everything  belonging  to  a  first-class 
grocery  store. 

J.  SHEGRAK,  Dentist,  No.  124  Main  Street.— A  well  known, 
reliable  and  thoroughly  skilled  gentleman  engaged  in  this  profes- 
sion is  Dr.  John  Sheerar.  This  establishment  was  founded  originally 
about  the  year  1860  by  Dr.  L.  Gillman,  and  was  ably  conducted  by 
him  until  1870,  when  he  was  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor. 
His  office,  operating  rooms  and  laboratory  are  spacious,  commo- 
dious, handsomely  and  attractively  fitted  up,  while  all  the  very  latest 
improved  mechanical  and  scientific  devices  and  appliances  known  to 
the  profession  are  to  be  found  here  in  active  use  as  occasion  re- 
quires. Dr.  Sheerar  is  thoroughly  practical,  skilled  and  versed  in 
every  department  of  his  profession,  and  occupies  a  foremost  position 
in  its  ranks  in  this  state,  which  has  been  acquired  by  some  very 
difficult  and  intricate  cases  which  he  brought  to  a  successful  termina- 


tion. The  use  of  vapors,  cocaine  and  anseythetics  for  the  alleviation 
of  pain  in  extracting  and  filling  teeth  have  proved  successful  in  all 
cases  in  his  hands,  while  special  attention  is  given  to  the  filling  of 
decayed  teeth  with  gold,  silver,  platinum  or  other  reliable  sub- 
stances, also  particular  care  is  taken  in  the  cleansing  of  teeth,  re- 
moval of  foreign  substances  and  the  treatment  of  the  gums  also  of 
children's  teeth.  He  is  also  prepared  to  execute  artificial  work  at 
the  shortest  notice,  placing  teeth  singly  or  in  sets  on  gold,  vulcan- 
ized rubber  or  other  plates  in  the  very  best  style  of  workmanship, 
guaranteeing  perfect  fit,  comfort  and  durability,  while  his  prices  are 
extremely  reasonable. 


DR.  H.  A.  PEPIN,  No.  14  Kingman  Street.— It  is  not  always 
the  oldest  business  firms  in  which  the  brightest  signs  of  a  commercial 
success  exist.  A  notable  and  worthy  exception  to  this  rule  might  be 
found  in  the  already  prosperous  drug  business  attained  by  Dr.  Pepin. 
His  roomy  store  known  as  Bellevue  drug  store,  is  located  on  King:man 
Street,  and  was  established  in  the  Spring  of  1889.  This  store  is 
stocked  with  one  of  the  best  lot  of  goods  in  this  part  of  the  city. 
The  doctor  being  a  practical  chemist  and  druggist  and  an  eminently 
clever  compounder  of  medicines,  physicians  place  great  faith  in  his 
judgment  in  the  filling  of  their  prescriptions.  Dr.  Pepin  carries  a 
complete  stock  of  all  sorts  of  drugs,  chemicals,  bay  rum,  perfumes, 
fancy  and  toilet  articles,  brushes,  combs,  tooth  and  face  powders, 
and  all  of  the  necessities  of  the  dressing  table.  The  prescription 
department  is  under  his  own  control  and  recipes  are  prepared  at  all 
hours  of  the  day  or  night,  etc.,  etc.,  etc.  His  stock  is  of  the  highest 
grade,  his  store  neatly  and  attractively  arranged  and  his  patronage 
from  the  highest  families  in  town.  He  has  studied  pharmacy  for 
four  consecutive  years  in  the  Ecole  Pharmaceutique  de  la  Province 
de  Quebeq,  Montreal,  and  in  the  New  Orleans  College  of  Pharmacy, 
New  Orleans,  La. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

SWANTON. 


^JlF^^jg^^ WANTON  is  a  flourishing  village  of  about  1,200  inhabitants,  located  near  the  north- 
j^  west  corner  of  the  state,  about  nine  miles  from  the  Canada  line.  The  village  has 
f^^  experienced  a  healthy  growth  during  the  past  few  years,  and  was  incorporated  by  act 
of  legislature  in  1888.  Swanton  is  located  on  the  Missisquoi  River  about  six  miles 
from  its  mouth.  The  river  furnishes  a  magnificent  water  power,  which  is  partially  util- 
ized. From  Swanton  to  the  lake  the  Missisquoi  is  navigable  and  canal  boats  and 
sailing  vessels  ply  the  stream.  Railroads  center  in  Swanton  from  Montreal  and  Canada; 
from  Ogdensburg  and  the  West ;  from  Boston,  New  York,  Troy  and  Albany,  via  St  Albans ; 
and  from  Boston  and  New  England  points  via  St.  Johnsbury  and  Lake  Champlain  Railroad. 
This  latter  road  runs  from  Maquam  Bay,  three-fourths  of  a  mile  from  the  village,  on  Lake 
Champlain.  Maquam  forms  a  post  of  entry  for  Swanton.  During  the  season  of  navigation, 
the  steamer  Maquam  plys  daily  between  Maquam  Bay  and  Burlington.  Swanton  is  a  very 
attractive  village  occupying  ground  on  both  banks  of  the  river.  The  surrounding  country  is 
level,  the  soil  fertile  and  well  cultivated  and  this  is  generally  conceded  to  be  one  of  the 
finest  farming  sections  of  the  state.  Swanton  received  its  name  in  honor  of  Captain  William 
Swanton,  an  officer  in  the  British  service  during  the  French  and  Indian  wars.  The  inhabitants 
of  this  thriving  village  are  largely  engaged  in  manufacturing  and  among  their  leading  pro- 
ductions may  be  mentioned,  carriages  and  sleighs,  butter,  cheese,  leather,  lime,  lumber, 
granite  and  marble  monuments,  sash,  blinds,  and  doors,  plaster,  marble  tile  for  floors,  spring 
beds,  pumps,  suspenders,  suspender  buckles,  and  stocking  supporters,  sick  and  easy  chairs. 
The    mercantile    interests   of   the   town   are   represented   by   business   men    whose    characteristics    are 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


push,  progressiveness  and  enterprise,  exerted  in  all  legitimate  avenues  of  trade.  A  beautiful 
park  of  considerable  extent  is  one  of  the  attractive  features  of  the  village.  At  one  end  of 
the  park  is  a  handsome  monument  erected  to  commemorate  the  names  of  those  who  gave  their 
lives  in  the  war  of  the  Rebellion.  Surrounding  the  park  are  the  business  houses  of  the  vil- 
lage,   the    churches    and    schools. 

Swanton  has  four  churches,  viz.:  the  Congregational,  Episcopal,  Methodist  and  Roman  Cath- 
olic. It  has  three  first-class  hotels,  a  custom  house,  bank,  Catholic  Convent,  and  a  fine 
system  of  graded  schools.  It  has  an  inexhaustible  water  supply,  the  source  of  supply  being 
the  Missisquoi  River;  a  powerful  pumping  engine  forces  the  water  through  mains  to  all  parts 
of  the  village.  The  village  is  handsomely  laid  out,  the  streets  are  regular  and  well  kept,  and 
the  town  presents  a  tidy  appearance.  The  natural  facilities  possessed  by  Swanton  as  a  manu- 
facturing point  are  almost  unlimited.  It  has  superior  facilities  for  transportation,  abundant 
water  power,  and  all  the  raw  materials  at  hand.  Swanton  is  essentially  a  busy  village. 
There  are  many  wealthy  men  and  but  few  really  poor.  Socially  and  morally,  Swanton  will 
compare  favorably  with  any  village  in  the  state.  The  arts  and  sciences  are  cultivated  and 
fostered,  and  evidences  are  to  be  seen  on  every  hand  of  culture  and  refinement.  The  magni- 
tude of  the  manufacturing  and  mercantile  interests  of  the  village  and  the  promise  of  the  future 
are  matters  of  general  pride  and  gratification.  Swanton  is  situated  northwest  from  Montpelier 
Sixty-six  miles,  and  nine  miles  north  from  St.  Albans.  Some  of  the  most  delightful  drives 
extend  from  the  village  in  every  direction.  The  village  may  well  feel  proud  of  her  schools, 
her  churches,  her  hotels,  her  banks,  and  her  commercial  and  industrial  interests.  The  rapid 
growth  of  the  town  in  the  past  few  years  shows  that  the  world  has  awakened  to  the  unex- 
celled inducements  and  advantages  which  it  offers,  and  it  unmistakably  has  a  great  future 
before    it. 


E£.  X,  COliLiINS,  Swiuitoii  Cluthiii^'  C'oiiipany,  No.  31  Mer 
chants"  Row. — This  house  dates  its  inception  from  tlie  year  1880,  ami 
in  the  decade  that  has  passed  away  has  advanced  to  the  very  front 
rank  of  successful  enterprise  here.  The  premises,  spacious  and  con- 
veniently arranged,  30  x  60  feet  in  size,  are  fitted  up  in  a  manner  in 
full  accord  with  tlie  heavy  operations  of  the  house.  There  is  here 
carried  and  displayed  in  stock  a  mammoth  assortment  and  varied 
line  of  ready  made  clothing  of  all  grades  and  qualities  for  the  wear 
of  men  and  boys  that  is  to  be  found  in  any  one  store  in  this  entire 
state.  These  goods  come  from  the  very  best  sources  in  the  land,  and 
in  high  excellence  of  workmanship,  stylish  finish  and  low  prices 
quoted,  far  excel  anything  in  the  same  line  ever  offered  to  the  Swan- 
ton public.  The  other  specialties  of  this  house  embrace  lines  of  gents' 
furnishing  goods,  hats,  caps,  trunks,  bags  and  valises.  In  fact,  a 
buyer  entering  this  establishment  can,  before  leaving,  obtain  a 
complete  outfit  for  himself  at  less  cost  than  the  boasted  bargains 
even  in  oin-  metropolitan  cities.  This  business  is  conducted  on  the 
basis  of  the  highest  business  principles.  The  proprietor,  Mr.  H.  A. 
Collins,  has  had  a  valuable  experience  in  this  line  and  the  public  of 
this  vicinity  are  reaping  the  full  benefit  derived  from  such  an  experi- 
ence. >Ir.  Collins  is  a  native  of  Burlington,  and  is  very  much  re- 
spected here.    He  is  an  F.  and  A.  M.  in  high  standing. 


in  fire,  life  and  accident  and  represents  some  of  the  strongest  uiiil 
wealthiest  insurance  corporations  in  the  world.  He  is  agent  for  the 
Home  and  the  German  American  Insurance  Companies,  of  New 
York;  The  Union  Mutual,  of  Montpelier  Vt.;  the  New  England,  of 
Rutland;  and  for  the  Standard  Life  and  Accident  of  Detroit,  Mich. 
Mr.  Burt  writes  policies  at  lowest  premium  rates,  adjusts  all  claims 
promptly,  and,  being  himself  a  lawyer,  decides  quickly  on  small 
legal  technicalities.  So  far  ]Mr.  Burt's  career  has  exhibited  a  life  of 
self-denial,  hard  study  and  untiring  perseverance,  qualifications  that 
are  bound  to  carry  their  possessor  to  the  front.  He  moves  in  the 
highest  social  circles  in  Swanton,  and  is  very  popular  and  highly  es- 
teemed in  the  community;  in  fact,  to  that  degree  that  his  fellow 
townsmen  have  bestowed  public  offices  upon  him  without  stint. 
Twice  was  he  elected  superintendent  of  our  public  schools;  then  for 
two  years  he  pursued  civil  engineering  in  the  west;  since  returning 
he  was  again  elected  superintendent  of  schools,  three  times  elected  a 
justice  of  the  peace.  Mr.  Burt  is  now  entering  upon  his  third  term. 
In  musical  circles  Mr.  Burt  is  equally  well  known,  as  he  is  one  of  our 
leading  musicians  here,  and  is  the  present  leader  of  the  Swanton 
Cornet  Band.  He  is  yet  a  young  man  in  the  early  flush  of  an  active 
and  successful  business  life. 


H.  A.  BURX,  JU.,  Insurance,  No.  .51  Canada  Street.— It  is  a 
poor  community,  indeed,  in  this  country,  that  cannot  boast  and  point 
out  among  its  leading  citizens  a  dozen  or  so  self-made  men.  Here  in 
Swanton  there  is  no  exception  to  the  rule,  and  as  illustrating  our  re- 
marks we  intend  to  briefly  pen  the  career  of  the  subject  of  this  edi- 
torial, Mr.  Henry  A.  Burt,  Jr.  Mr.  Burt  was  born  in  Fairfield,  Vt., 
and  has  always  made  Swanton  his  home.  In  1873  he  graduated  from 
the  Norwich  University  and  three  years  later  was  admitted  to  the 
Franklin  County  Bar,  and  a  httle  later  made  a  Master  in  Chancery. 
He  studied  law  with  his  father,  the  Hon.  Henry  A.  Burt,  who  is 
to-day  one  of  the  oldest  leading  lawyers  in  the  state.  The  firm  is 
now  Burt  &  Burt.  In  1885,  in  conjunction  with  his  now  extensive 
law  practice,  he  opened  an  insurance  department.  In  this  depart- 
ment his  success  has  been  equally  marked  and  prominent.  He 
writes  a  large  amount  of  insurance  throughout  Swanton  and  vicinity 


€HAS.  K.EEIVAN,  Planing  Mill,  Merchants'  Row.— The  manu- 
factui'e  of  interior  finishings  for  houses  is  carried  on  extensively  by 
Mr.  Chas.  Keenan.  At  this  establishment  doors,  sash,  blinds,  mould- 
ings, brackets,  stair  railing  and  interior  house  finishings  generally 
are  manufactured.  This  establishment  was  founded  in  1873  by  W. 
O.  Smith,  and  since  1882  has  been  conducted  by  Mr.  Keenan.  It  is 
very  large,  employing  on  an  average  about  two  experienced  men. 
The  factory  building,  35  x  42  feet  in  size,  is  a  fine,  modernly  con- 
structed structure,  containing  a  fine  equipment  of  the  necessary 
machinery  driven  by  water  power.  The  productions  of  the  mill  are 
well  thought  of  by  carpenters  and  builders  and  all  others  who  have 
occasion  to  use  them,  and  they  are  the  first  sought  for,  on  account 
of  their  superiority  and  extremely  reasonable  terms  upon  which 
they  are  sold.  Mr.  Chas.  Keenan,  the  proprietor,  is  a  native  of  Ire- 
land, and  a  practical,  energetic  man,  and  is  highly  esteemed  here, 
and  is  an  honored  member  of  F.  and  A.  31.  and  the  G.  A.  R. 


S  W  A  N  T  O  N  ,     VERMONT. 


ll:3 


McDONAIiB  &  SiniTH,  Furniture,  Etc.,  No.  46  Grand  Ave- 
nue.—This  enterprising  house,  one  of  the  largest  and  best  linovvn  in 
the  state,  was  originally  established  in  1877  by  S.  McDonald,  who 
conducted  tlie  business  successfully  alone  for  the  following  ten  years, 
when  Mr.  C.  L.  Smith  became  his  associate  partner.    Under  the 


combined  and  energetic  management  of  these  two  gentlemen  the 
trade  of  the  house  has  rapidly  augmented,  and  to-day  it  is  one  of  the 
most  flourishing  houses  in  business  circles  here.  The  premises  occu- 
pied comprise  two  spacious  floor  rooms,  50  x  70  feet,  together  with 
capacious  basements  and  a  large  storehouse.  Two  hands  are  em 
ployed  steadily  all  the  time.  The  premises  are  finely  fitted  up  and 
very  conveniently  arranged  for  the  display  of  goods,  every  facility 
being  at  hand  to  forward  the  operations  of  the  house.  The  spe- 
cial lines  of  goods  handled  by  this  firm,  and  in  the  handling  of  which 
they  have  gained  so  high  a  reputation,  are  furniture,  coffins,  caskets, 
picture  frames,  window  shades,  mattresses,  spring  beds,  etc.,  and  all 
kinds  of  undertaking  goods.  They  carry  complete  and  choice  lines 
in  each  department,  and  were  we  to  attempt  to  enumerate  in  detail 
any  of  the  stock  handled,  it  would  be  an  impossibility  in  our  limited 
space.  They  carry  everything  comprehended  in  the  above  caption, 
and  that  is,  perhaps,  sufficient  for  the  trade  and  general  public  to 
know.  Mr.  McDonald  is  a  Nova  Scotian  by  birth,  while  Mr.  Smith 
was  born  in  Canada.  Both  gentlemen  are  highly  esteemed  by  all  in 
this  community  for  business  and  personal  worth. 

O.  D.  MASON  &  SON,  Harness,  etc..  No.  20  Merchants' 
Row. — One  of  the  most  important  manufacturing  establishments  in 
this  city,  and  which  is  familiarly  known  throughout  an  extensive 
territory,  is  that  of  O.  D.  Mason  &  Son,  manufacturers  of  and  deal- 
ers in  harness  and  saddlery.  The  business  of  this  noteworthy  con- 
cern was  inaugurated  in  1855  by  the  senior  member,  and  in  1882,  upon 
the  admission  of  his  son,  the  present  firm  was  organized.  In  all 
these  years  the  growing  demand  upon  the  resources  of  the  house 
has  resulted  in  the  present  complete  and  spacious  establishment. 
One  floor  is  occupied  and  fitted  up  for  the  display  of  stock.  It  is 
very  attractively  appointed  and  contains  a  heavy  stock  of  choice 
goods    in    saddlery,    hardware,   harness,    collars,    whips,    saddles. 


bridles,  robes,  blankets,  fly  nets  and  all  manner  of  horse  goods.  In 
the  mechanical  department  skilled  workmen  are  employed,  and 
every  appliance  is  at  hand  to  assist  thein  in  their  work;  the  most 
carefully  selected  materials  only  are  used,  the  greatest  care  is  exer- 
cised in  the  various  processes  of  manufacture,  and  the  goods  turned 
out  are  unsurpassed  for  excellence  of  finish,  utility,  durability  and 
general  superiority.  Fine  custom  work  and  repairing  in  fact,  form 
two  chief  features  of  the  business.  In  a  business  of  this  kind  many 
specialties  are  handled  as  a  matter  of  course,  and  we  desire  to 
direct  attention  in  particular  to  the  "Raven  Black  Harness  Oil," 
handled  by  this  firm.  This  house  is  famous  throughout  the  country 
as  an  old-established,  reliable  harness  establishment,  handling  only 
flrst-class  goods  in  every  department.  The  members  of  the  firm  are 
both  very  much  respected  here.  Mr.  O.  D.  Mason  was  born  in  New 
York  and  his  son  in  this  city.  The  latter  is  a  member-of  F.  and 
A.  M. 


A.  liAPELIiE,  Flour,  Feed,  Etc.,  Merchants'  Row.— The  con- 
cern noted  in  our  headlines  is  one  of  the  most  extensive  plants  of 
the  kind  in  this  region,  and  was  established  in  1865  by  B.  L.  Laselle. 
The  present  proprietor,  Mr.  A.  Lapelle,  succeeded  to  the  business  in 
1875.  The  mill  and  main  storerooms  comprise  a  capacious  and 
finely  arranged  structure,  well  adapted  in  every  respect  to  needs  of  a 
business  of  this  kind.  The  machinery  and  other  necessary  appara- 
tus are  operated  by  water  power,  and  among  the  equipment  we  note 
in  particular,  four  immense  stone  grists,  giving  the  mill  a  daily 
capacity  of  1,000  bushels.  Three  hands  are  employed,  and  prompt 
and  satisfactory  attention  is  given  to  all  custom  orders.  The  stock 
carried  on  hand  at  all  times  embraces  the  finest  and  choicest  brands 
of  flour,  of  high  grade  patents,  as  well  as  the  best  qualities  of  feed  of 
all  kinds,  grain  and  other  mill  stuflfs.  A  leading  specialty  handled 
by  the  house  is  Pratt's  food  for  horses,  cattle,  sheep  and  hogs.  The 
trade  of  the  concern  is  of  large  proportions  and  extends  all  through 
this  section.  Mr.  Lapelle  is  a  native  of  Fairfax,  this  state,  and  an 
Odd  Fellow  in  high  standing.  He  is  noted  among  the  leading  citi- 
zens of  Swanton,  and  assisted  materially  in  making  the  place  what 
it  is  to-day,  and  is,  therefore,  deserving  of  all  the  praise  that  can  be 
given  him  in  this  publication. 


E.  OT.  PROUTY,  Contractor  and  Builder,  Manufacturer  of 
House  Finishings  of  All  Kinds.— A  prominent  and  well-known 
builder  and  contractor  in  Swanton  is  Mr.  E.  M.  Prouty,  who  also 
manufactures  and  deals  in  doors,  sash,  blinds,  mouldings,  brackets, 
etc.,  glass,  stair  railing,  and  house  finish  of  all  kinds.  For  twenty- 
five  years  Mr.  Prouty  has  been  engaged  in  the  present  business. 
His  mill  was  burned  in  1887  and  rebuilt  the  same  year,  and  this  busi- 
ness, of  which  he  is  now  sole  proprietor,  was  established.  The  mill 
contains  all  the  latest  improved  machinery  and  has  abundant  water 
power  and  is  fitted  for  steam-power  when  needed.  Mr.  Prouty  as  a 
builder  and  contractor  has  a  large  practice.  He  has  built  many  fine 
blocks  and  furnished  all  the  materials  from  his  own  mills.  He  keeps 
constantly  employed  a  large  force  of  help.  He  has  a  comprehensive 
and  far-reaching  knowledge  of  every  detail  of  his  profession,  and 
this  with  the  reliable  and  responsible  character  of  his  work,  has  se- 
cured for  him  a  large  and  influential  patronage,  and  given  him  a 
valuable  and  important  position.  Mr.  Prouty  furnishes  plans  and  es- 
timates, and  enters  into  contracts  for  work  of  all  kinds  in  his  line. 
A  point  is  made  of  filling  all  contracts  promptly  and  in  accordance 
with  their  terms. 


^r'.    V  /•  K- 


XX      X     X  M  V     ^ 


INDUSTRIES  AND   WEALTH   OF 

ENOSBURG  FALLS. 


'HE  town  of  Enosburg,  so  called  from  Roger  Enos,  one  of  the  first  settlers,  is  a 
township  in  the  eastern  part  of  Franklin  County.  It  is  about  twenty  miles  east  from 
St.  Albans  and  about  fifty  miles  northwesterly  from  Montpelier,  A  grant  was 
['^  obtained  March  12,  1780,  and  chartered  May  15,  the  same  year,  by  Gov.  Thomas  Chit- 
tenden, "to  Roger  Enos,  our  respected  friend,  and  his  fifty-nine  associates,  being  a  six 
square  miles  town,  and  no  more " — on  the  following  conditions  and  reservations,  viz.: 
"  That  each  proprietor  of  the  town  of  Enosburg,  his  heirs  and  assigns,  shall  plant  and 
cultivate  five  acres  of  land  and  build  a  house  at  least  eighteen  feet  square  on  the  floor,  or 
have  one  family  settle  on  each  respective  right,  or  share  of  land  in  each  township,  within  the 
term  of  four  years  next  after  the  circumstances  of  the  war  will  admit  of  settlement  with  safety, 
on  penalty  of  forfeiture  of  his  grant  or  share  of  land  in  said  town ;  the  same  to  revert  to  the 
freemen  of  this  state  to  be  by  their  representatives  regranted  to  such  persons  as  shall  appear 
to  settle  and  cultivate  the  same. — Secundo :  That  all  pine  and  oak  timber  suitable  for  a  navy 
be  reserved  for  the  use  and  benefit  of  the  freemen  of  this  State."  The  organization  of  the 
town  occurred  March  19,  1798.  This  town  is  in  the  third  range  of  towns  east  from  Lake 
Champlain.  A  range  of  the  Green  Mountains  runs  nearly  the  entire  length  of  the  eastern 
boundary.  The  north  part  is  well  watered  by  Missisquoi  and  Trout  rivers;  the  south  and 
interior  by  small  streams  and  one  small  natural  pond,  affording  numerous  and  valuable  mill 
privileges.  Enosburg  Falls  is  a  village  in  the  town  of  Enosburg.  The  village  is  well  .sup- 
plied with  churches,  there  being  four  in  number,  viz.:  Episcopal,  Baptist,  Methodist  and  Catho- 
lic.      It   has   one   first-class   hoteU   the    Quincy    House. 

The  manufactures  of  the  town  are  many  and  varied,  demanding  the  employment  of  a  large 
amount  of  capital,  and  furnishing  work  for  hundreds  of  people  in  the  different  avenues  of 
labor.  These  manufactures  have  for  many  years  been  the  main-stay  of  the  town  and  chief 
source  of  its  revenue  and  importance.  Among  the  leading  productions  of  the  manufactories  of 
this  place  may  be  mentioned  boxes,  carriages  and  sleighs,  flour  and  feed,  lumber,  patent  med- 
icines, Scotch  oil,  black  oil,  anti-apoplectine,  sash  and  doors,  leather,  woolens  and  mittens. 
This  village  may  well  feel  proud  of  its  manufactories,  the  products  of  which  go  to  every  part 
of  the  known  world.  Enosburg  Falls  is  widely  and  justly  celebrated  for  the  number,  variety 
and  prosperity  of  its  skilled  industries.  Ever  since  this  village  began  to  make  real  growth,  its 
people  have  been  quick  to  encourage  industrial  arts  and  pursuits,  and  they  have  their  reward 
in  the  annually  aggregating  wealth  that  flows  from  the  multifarious  manufactures  that  form  the 
basis  of  the  fame  and  fortune  of  this  thriving  village.  Enosburg  Falls  is  the  natural  receiving 
and  distributing  station  for  the  immense  amount  of  produce  of  all  kinds  that  is  raised  in  the 
fertile  agricultural  county  tributary  to  it.  Closely  following  it  is  the  trade  in  staple  and  fancy 
groceries ;  then  come  boots  and  shoes,  meats,  tobacco  and  cigars,  candies  and  confections,  dry 
goods   and   notions,    clothing   and   furnishings,    hardware    in    all    shapes,  paints,  oils    and   glass,  drugs 

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:and  paper  hangings.  With  the  best  of  railroad  facilities,  giving  an  advantage  in  the  matter  of 
freights,  and  with  low  rents,  taxes,  and  cost  of  living,  the  merchants  of  Enosburg  Falls  are  in 
3.   position    to    offer   these    commodities    at    as    low  rates,  or   even    lower,  than    those    charged    in   the 


stores  of  its  more  populous  neighboring  towns.  As  a  place  of  residence  this  village  possesses 
many  attractions.  In  the  important  particulars  of  school  facilities  this  village  is  abreast  with 
the  times  and  the  different  schools  are  model  institutions  of  their  kind.  With  her  large  and 
increasing  population,  her  manufacturing  enterprises,  and  many  other  advantages  already  pointed 
out,    the   village    offers    a   splendid   field   for   the    capitalist,    the   manufacturer,    and   the    merchant. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


FGLIX  ST.  AMOUR,  Jeweler,  City  Block.— Six  years  of 
continuous  existence  marks  the  career  of  this  well-known  and  popu- 
lar jewelry  house,  which  was  established  in  1885,  by  Mr.  St.  Amour. 
In  that  time  the  trade  lias  increased  to  such  proportions,  and  the 
daily  operations  expanded  to  that  degree,  that  the  old  premises  be- 
came entirely  inadequate  in  facilities  to  accommodate  this  steady 
growth;  so  on  the  first  day  of  October,  1890,  Mr.  St.  Amour  moved 
into  and  fitted  up  his  present  new  and  handsome  quarters,  where 
with  all  modern  conveniences  at  hand  he  is  f  uUy  prepared  to  cater  to 
the  demands  of  his  extensive  patronage.  Mr.  St.  Amour  is  a  practi- 
cal and  skillful  jeweler  and  watchmaker  himself,  and  the  goods  car- 
ried in  stock  by  him  are  selected  with  great  care  and  judgment,  and 
embrace  a  varied  and  comprehensive  assortment  of  imported  and 
domestic  gold  and  silver  watches,  clocks,  jewelry,  bronzes,  etc. ,  be- 
sides silverware,  optical  goods  of  all  kinds,  gold  and  silver  spectacles, 
etc.,  and  a  pleasing  variety  of  elegant  cutlery  and  fishing  tackle. 
Mr.  St.  Amour  makes  a  specialty  of  fine  watch  and  jewelry  repair- 
ing, and  executes  the  work  in  a  most  satisfactory  and  efficient  man- 
ner, employing  two  capable  assistants.  He  is  a  native  of  St.  Albans, 
and  one  of  this  town's  rising  business  men,  popular  and  well  liked  by 
all  here.  His  new  store  is  10  x  46  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  located 
in  the  City  Block,  a  fine  structure  only  completed  a  few  montlis  ago. 

J.  M.  JEFFORDS,  Druggist,  Main  Street.— It  is  with  a  pecu- 
liar degree  of  satisfaction  that  we  recognize  a  gentleman  possessing 
in  an  eminent  degree  those  high  attainments  which  entitle  him  to 
our  regard  as  a  skilled  pharmacist.  We  allude  to  Mr.  J.  M.  Jeffords, 
who  at  an  early  age  applied  himself  to  the  study  of  pharmaceutics  in 
all  their  branches.  The  business  he  is  conducting  was  established  in 
1884,  by  J.  M.  Jeffords  &  Co.,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to 
sole  proprietorship  in  1888.  His  store,  which  is  centrally  and  conven- 
iently located,  is  25  x  40  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  neat  and  commo- 
dious, while  special  arrangements  have  been  provided  for  the  dis- 
pensing of  physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  recipes  which  are 
promptly  and  accurately  compounded  by  Mr.  Jeffords  and  capable 
assistants.  The  general  stock  embraces  a  full  line  of  fresh,  pure 
drugs,  chemicals,  and  pharmaceutical  compounds,  all  of  which  are 
up  to  the  highest  standard,  and  he  likewise  keeps  all  proprietary 
remedies  of  well-known  merit,  also  surgical  instruments,  such  as 
shoulder-braces,  etc.  In  the  other  departments  of  the  business,  Mr. 
Jeffords  carries  a  complete  and  valuable  line  of  books,  fine  stationery 
and  school  supplies  of  every  description,  fancy  and  toilet  articles, 
choice  confectionery,  cigars,  flavoring  extracts,  perfumeries  and 
druggists'  sundries  of  all  kinds,  in  fact  everything  pertaining  to  a 
well  regulated  drug  store.  Mr.  Jeffords  is  a  native  of  this  state,  and 
a  thoroughly  qualified  licentiate  in  pharmacy.  He  is  very  much 
respected  here,  and  moves  in  the  best  circles  in  this  vicinity. 


AliliFN  H.  MANIiEYj  Doors.  Sash  and  Blinds,  Bridge  Street. 
— A  prominent  factor  in  the  industrial  activity  of  Enosburg 
Falls  is  the  establishment  of  Mr.  Allen  H.  Manley,  the  well-known 
manufacturer  of  doors,  sash,  blinds,  mouldings,  brackets,  etc.,  which 
was  established  here  in  1873,  by  Messrs.  Sprague  &  Manley.  Several 
changes  were  made  in  succeeding  years,  and  in  1883  the  present  pro- 
prietor took  control  of  the  business.  The  business  premises  are  spa- 
cious, thoroughly  equipped  and  managed  upon  a  grand  scale.  The 
mill  is  supplied  with  abundant  water  power  and  a  large  number  of 
hands  are  employed.  All  orders  receive  prompt  attention.  Mr. 
Manley  keeps  a  large  stock  of  lumber  constantly  on  hand  including 
prices  of  all  grades,  walnut,  butternut,  chestnut,  ash,  oak,  maple, 
cherry,  white-wood,  spruce,  etc.  Great  care  is  taken  that  the  wood 
used  in  the  various  departments  should  be  thoroughly  seasoned,  and 
to  this  end  a  large  stock  is  kept  maturing.  Mr.  Manley  also  deals 
extensively  in  asbestos  paint  and  roofing,  plain  and  ornamental 
glass,  lath  and  lumber.  He  makes  a  specialty  of  manufacturing 
stair  railing.  He  is  also  a  contractor  and  builder  and  has  built 
many  business  blocks  and  handsome  private  residences.  The  City 
Block  was  designed  and  built  by  him.  Mr.  Manley  is  a  native  of 
"Vermont.  He  has  held  all  the  school  offices,  has  been  selectman  for 
two  years,  is  a  member  of  the  board  of  village  trustees,  and  has 
held  every  office  in  the  F.  A.  M.  lodge,  and  is  prominent  and  in- 
fluential in  political  and  financial  circles.  He  has  a  thorough  master- 
ship of  mechanics  and  a  complete  and  exhaustive  knowledge  of  the 
requirements  of  the  trade. 


J.  RUSSEIili,  Merchant  Tailor,  City  Block.— A  well-known,, 
enterprising  and  prosperous  house  devoted  to  this  important  indus- 
try in  Enosburg  Falls,  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  Russell.  This  enterprising 
and  popular  gentleman  was  born  in  Sheldon,  this  state,  and  at  an 
early  age  went  to  Montreal,  Quebec,  where  he  applied  himself  to  ac- 
quiring a  thorough  and  practical  knowledge  of  this  trade  in  all  its. 
branches,  after  which  he  went  to  the  city  of  New  York  and  after 
working  for  some  years  at  his  trade  and  perfecting  himself  in  the 
business,  he  came  to  Enosburg  Falls  and  inaugurated  this  establish- 
ment on  his  own  account,  and  at  once  developed  a  very  large  and 
substantial  trade,  derived  principally  from  among  our  leading  citi- 
zens, and  in  order  to  meet  its  rapidly  increasing  proportions  with 
better  facilities  he  removed  to  his  present  quarters  on  October  1, 
1890.  He  occupies  a  spacious  and  commodious  store,  neatly  and 
appropriately  fitted  up  and  provided  with  every  convenience  for  the 
advantageous  display  of  his  large  and  valuable  assortment  of  goods 
and  the  comfort  of  patrons.  The  stock  carried  embraces  a  splendid 
assortment  of  French,  German,  English  and  American  broadcloths, 
cassimeres,  worsteds,  cheviots,  meltons,  beavers,  doeskins,  diagonals, 
etc.,  for  overcoatings,  suitings,  trouserings  and  vestings,  in  all  the 
very  latest  and  most  fashionable  styles  in  plaids,  stripes,  checks, 
mottled,  etc.,  from  which  patrons  cannot  fail  to  make  a  selection. 
These  goods  are  made  up  to  order  in  the  very  latest  and  correct 
fashionable  styles,  fully  guaranteed  as  to  ease  and  elegance  in  fit, 
and  unsurpassed  in  finish  and  workmanship.  He  employs  none  but 
thoroughly  skilled  and  experienced  workmen  and  devotes  his  per- 
sonal attention  to  the  measuring,  cutting  and  fitting  of  all  garments, 
made  in  his  establishment.  He  also  carries  a  fine  assortment  of 
gentlemen's  furnishings  such  as  fine  white  and  fancy  colored  dress, 
shirts,  collars,  cuffs;  underwear  in  all  grades,  styles  and  materials, 
latest  novelties  in  neckwear,  suspenders,  hosiery,  gloves,  collar  and 
cuff  buttons,  scarf  pins,  shirt  studs,  canes,  umbrellas,  etc.,  all  of 
the  very  best  quality,  and  prices  throughout  are  very  reasonable.  Mr. 
Russell  is  an  affable  and  energetic  gentleman  of  superior  business- 
ability  and  justly  merits  the  success  he  has  achieved  by  his  ability 
and  perseverance. 

PETER  M.  LiUCIA,  Boots  and  Shoes.— Mr.  A.  Lucia,  a. 
shoemaker  by  trade,  came  to  Enosburg  Falls  in  1830,  when  there 
were  but  three  or  four  houses  and  established  himself  in  the  boot 
and  shoe  business,  the  first  of  the  kind  in  town.  He  was  a  prudent, 
man  and  from  the  start,  succeeded  by  his  honorable  methods.  Fi- 
nally, he  began  to  build  and  so  increased  the  number  of  dwellings  and 
business  buildings,  that  Mr.  Lucia  may  really  be  said  to  have  fath- 
ered the  town.  He  carried  on  a  prosperous  trade  for  fifty-six  years 
and  had  just  laid  the  plans  for  the  building  of  an  extensive  tannery, 
when  death  stepped  in,  claiming  this  honorable  pioneer  and  mer- 
chant. Since  that  date,  his  son,  Mr.  Peter  M.  Lucia,  has  continued 
the  business.  He  completed  the  tannery  in  1886,  and  still  condiiets 
it,  tanning  two  tons  of  leather  per  year.  He  employs  an  able  and 
skilled  force  of  men  and  has  built  up  a  large  patronage.  He  still 
conducts  the  boot  and  shoe  house,  where  he  manufactures  and  re- 
pairs men's,  women's,  boys'  and  misses'  boots,  shoes,  slippers,  rub- 
bers, overshoes,  and  all  kinds  of  foot-wear.  Mr.  Lucia  is  a  native 
of  Enosburg  and  has  grown  up  with  the  enterprise  of  the  village^ 
in  whose  development  his  father  exerted  such  a  wide  influence. 

F.  M.  CARPENTER,  Photographer.— Mr.  F.  M.  Carpenter, 
who  came  to  Enosburg  Falls  in  1890,  has  proven  that  he  is  one  of  the- 
very  able  followers  of  this  profession.  He  established  his  business 
in  East  Berkshire,  Vt.,  in  1886,  and  has  the  name  for  being  one  of  the- 
best  versed  photographers  in  the  state.  His  rooms  in  Orchard 
Street  are  most  carefully  and  attractively  arranged,  being  in  the  up- 
per portion  of  his  house  and  four  in  number.  Here  he  turns  out 
some  of  the  most  artistic  work  met  with.  His  sample  and  show- 
cases are  stocked  with  excellent  samples,  and  it  is  Mr.  Carpenter's 
pride  that  he  can  do  work  equal  to  that  of  any  artist,  much  of  his 
labor  going  towards  general  work  for  the  trade,  of  which  he  makes 
a  specialty,  preparing  and  enlarging  all  kinds  of  photographs,  copy- 
ing the  same  and  also  dealing  in  picture  frames,  books  and  albums. 
His  cabinet,  card,  imperial  and  boudoir  photographs  show  most 
careful  and  exquisite  workmanship  and  a  fine,  soft  tone.  His  print- 
ing and  developing  facilities  are  excellent,  his  paraphernalia  of  the 
most  modern  and  improved,  and  his  work  of  the  best. 


E  N  O  S  B  U  R  G     FALLS,     VE  R  M  O  Ji  T  , 


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J.  W.  BEATTY,  Medicines— Church  Street.— Mr.  J.  W.  Beatty 
is  a  manufacturer  of  Scotch  oil,  condition  powders,  pills,  bitters, 
tooth  powders,  etc.  His  business  was  established  by  H.  D.  Kendall  in 
1881;  succeeded  byKendall  &  Gilbert  in  1882;  by  N.  A.  Gilbert  in  1883; 
by  Gilbert  &  Co.  in  1885;  and  by  Mr.  Beatty  in  September  month, 
1890.  He  travels  through  the  states  of  Vermont  and  New  York, 
selling  his  excellent  medicines,  which  give  satisfaction,  their  quality 
being  pure  and  good.  Mr.  Beatty  is  a  thorough  and  practically 
skilled  compounder  of  drugs,  and  has  come  into  his  profession  with 
a  complete  understanding  of  its  important  branches.  His  oils  are 
manufactured  from  ingredients  that  make  them  all  powerful  in  the 
killing  and  utter  routing  of  pains.  Horsemen  and  stock  raisers,  breed- 
ers and  dealers  have  heartily  endorsed  his  condition  powders,  as 
have  eminent  patients  spoken  highly  of  his  pills  and  bitters,  while 
his  powders  for  the  teeth  are  free  from  any  factor  that  disturbs  the 
enamel,  their  functions  being  to  purify  the  gums  and  breath. 

OLEED  &  RICH,  Marble  Dealers.— Messrs.  Gleed  and  Rich  are 
both  natives  of  this  state  and  an  exceptionably  able,  clever  business 
firm.  The  business  was  first  established  by  J.  H.  Bolac,  in  1886; 
^succeeded  by  Bolac  &  Ritch  in  1889;  by  A.  W.  Wood  worth  in  1890, 
April  month;  and  by  the  existing  proprietors  in  October,  1890. 
Their  store  is  in  Depot  Street,  and  is  extensively  stocked  with  the 
best  marble  in  the  market.  They  buy  stock  in  the  rough  and  from 
it  manufacture  all  kinds  of  monuments,  headstones,  mantles,  foun- 
tain slabs,  dressing-case  and  wash-stand  tops,  etc.  Their  specialty 
however,  is  cemetery  work.  They  design  and  make  monuments, 
headstones,  build  vaults,  construct  bases  and  raihngs  around 
mounds  and  plats,  do  engraving,  draping,  plain,  fancy  and  scroll 
lettering  and  every  other  feature  of  labor  necessary  for  burial 
grounds.  Both  gentlemen  are  practical  workmen  and  throw  their 
personal  influence  and  supervision  about  their  duties.  They  employ 
four  skilled  artisans,  and  command  the  best  trade  among  the  best 
families,  and  are  strictly  reliable  dealers. 


CHARIiES  N.  WAIiES,  Butcher.— Though  recently 
started  in  business,  the  name  of  Chas.  N.  Wales  has  become  well 
identified  with  the  meat  trade  in  Enosburg  Falls,  having  re- 
cently succeeded  Bolac  Bros.,  and  to  day  there  is  no  butcher  better 
known  or  held  in  greater  esteem  than  the  gentleman  whose  name 
forms  the  caption  of  this  sketch.  The  business  was  started  ten 
years  ago  upon  a  comparatively  small  scale  by  S.  W.  Bolac,  as  com- 
pared to  the  operations  of  to-day.  The  market  is  centrally  and  con- 
veniently located,  and  is  finely  appointed,  containing  all  the  neces- 
•sary  conveniences  for  a  first-class  butcher  business.  Mr.  Wales  is  a 
practical,  experienced  butcher,  and  conducts  his  business  upon  the 
jhighest  plane  of  commercial  integrity,  and  in  consequence  he  has 


reaped  a  substantial  reward  in  the  way  of  the  largest  and  most  de- 
sirable local  patronage  in  this  section.  Indeed,  so  extensive  are  the 
daily  transactions  of  the  house  that  the  services  of  two  assistants 
and  one  team  for  delivering  orders  are  required  constantly.  At  this 
market  there  is  always  to  be  found  a  fresh,  wholesome  and  varied 
supply  of  fresh  meats,  salt  meats,  fresh  flsh,  oysters,  tripe  and 
manufactured  meats,  such  as  sausage,  bologna,  etc.,  also  vegetables 
in  season,  canned  goods,  crackers.  In  prices  Mr.  Wales  is  fair  and 
equitable,  and  offers  inducements  that  cannot  be  excelled.  Mr. 
Wales  was  born  in  Canada,  and  removed  here  several  years  ago  and 
is  now  highly  esteemed. 

J.  H.  BURNS,  Tin  and  Hardware.— When  Mr.  J.  H.  Bums, 
the  Main  Street  merchant,  started  in  Enosburg  Falls,  in  1875,  as  a 
■worker  in  tinware,  iron,  etc.;  for  customers  that  he  hoped  to  gain, 
he  set  out  with  the  full  knowledge  that  he  possessed  sufficient  skill 
and  talent  to  fulfill  all  of  his  promises.  How  well  he  has  succeeded 
may  be  read  in  his  career  of  fifteen  years.  He  has  a  heavily 
stocked  store  of  hardware  and  tinware,  and  employs  an  obliging 
force  of  clerks  to  wait  upon  his  many  customers.  He  Sells  all  kinds 
of  tinware,  boilers,  cans,  basins,  cups,  sieves,  baking  and  stew  pans, 
pails  and  ladles;  hardware,  tools  for  carpenters,  etc.,  of  every  de- 
scription, all  sorts  of  iron  utensils,  stoves  of  every  grade  for  wood 
and  coal,  ranges,  large  and  small,  fire  grates,  and  andirons,  flatirons, 
buckets,  kettles,  etc.  Mr.  Burns  however  makes  a  specialty  of 
turning  out  custom  work.  In  this  he  has  had  great  success.  He 
fills  and  finishes  orders  for  the  best  families,  giving  all  work  his  per- 
sonal supervision.  He  has  a  neat  and  attractive  store  and  is  ranked 
as  a  merchant  who  keeps  the  best  of  everything.  He  is  a  member 
of  the  F.  and  A.  M. 


GEO.  H.  ClUIMBY,  Harness,  etc.,  Main  Street.— The  busi- 
ness carried  on  by  this  gentleman  was  established  in  1881,  and  since 
1889  he  has  been  located  in  its  present  quarters.  The  premises,  used 
as  a  general  salesroom  and  workshop,  are  spacious  and  complete  in 
character,  finely  appointed  and  provided  with  every  requisite  essen- 
tial needed  to  facilitate  business.  There  is  here  carried  and  dis- 
played in  stock  a  large  assortment  of  harness,  saddles,  robes,  whips, 
flynets,  bridles,  harness  oil,  brushes,  and,  in  fact,  every  description 
of  horse  clothing.  The  stock  is  received  from  the  best  sources  in  the 
land,  and  is  guaranteed  strictly  as  represented.  In  the  workshop, 
the  proprietor  personally  supervises  the  manufacture  of  all  manner 
of  harness,  and  being  an  expert  workman  himself,  the  work  here 
turned  out  is  superior  and  first-class  in  every  respect.  Repairing  of 
all  kinds  of  harness  is  also  done  and  two  experienced  workmen  are 
steadily  employed.  Mr.  Quimby  was  born  in  Connecticut,  and  is 
very  highly  esteemed  by  all  in  this  community. 


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BRATTLEBORO. 


"'  RATTLEBORO,  which  derived  its  name  from  William  Brattle,  who  came  from  Massa-^ 
chusetts,  and  was  one  of  the  grantees  of  the  town,  is  a  prominent  and  flourishing: 
town,  situated  near  the  southeast  corner  of  the  state,  on  the  Connecticut,  at  the 
junction  of  the  Vermont  Valley,  New  London  Northern  and  Brattleboro  and  White- 
hall railroads.  It  is  sixty  miles  north  of  Springfield,  Massachusetts,  one  hundred  miles 
from  New  York  and  one  hundred  and  seventeen  from  Boston.  It  is  therefore,  near 
the  geographical  center  of  New  England  and  Eastern  New  York,  It  is,  we  believe^, 
generally  conceded  that  the  first  English  settlement  made  in  Vermont  was  at  Fort  Drummer,, 
which    was   erected   in    the   southeast   corner   of   the   present   township   of   Brattleboro,    in    1724. 

Twenty-nine  years  after  this  settlement  the  charter  for  the  village  of  Brattleboro  was  granted; 
by  King  George  II.  It  is  a  manufacturing  village,  and  in  the  heart  of  one  of  the  most 
beautiful  and  fertile  valleys  on  the  continent.  The  village  is  regularly  laid  out  on  uneven 
ground,  the  main  street  running  parallel  with  the  river,  about  seventy-five  feet  above  its  sur- 
face, till  it  descends  to  the  bridge  across  Whetstone  Brook,  which  unites  with  the  Connecticut 
here.  At  right  angles  with  it  and  running  up  the  valley  of  the  Whetstone,  are  Elliot,  Green,, 
and  High  Streets  making  the  principal  avenues  of  the  village.  These  avenues  are  lined  with 
ample  and  substantial  business  houses  and  manufactories.  Its  streets  are  over  hung  by  magnificent 
elms,  maples  and  other  trees,  and  as  one  looks  down  upon  and  over  the  town,  from  some  ele- 
vation near  it,  before  the  frosty  fingers  of  fall  have  stripped  the  trees,  it  is  embowered  in  a 
mass  of  foliage.  Its  streets  are  lighted  with  electric  lights  and  there  are  two  gas  companies. 
in   town.       Concrete   walks   are   laid   in    all   the   main    streets. 

RAILWAYS. 

To  those  entering  Brattleboro  its  people  owe  a  vast  proportion  of  the  prosperity  and" 
wealth  they  are  enjoying.  Its  railway  facilities  put  the  village  in  direct  and  constant  commu- 
nication with  all  the  commercial  centers  of  the  Union,  and  are  competent  to  all  the  exigencies 
of  its  many  manufacturing  and  mercantile  interests.  The  number  of  these  lines  is  sufficiently 
great  to  keep  alive  a  wholesome  competitive  spirit  that  results  in  moderate  freight  and  passen- 
ger  rates    and    to   give   frequent   and    rapid   transit    in    every   direction. 

EDUCATION. 

The  people  of  Brattleboro  have  made  most  ample  provision  for  the  education  of  their  sons 
and  daughters.  Brattleboro  was  the  first  town  in  Vermont  to  adopt  the  Massachusetts  system 
of  graded  schools,  and  has  since  adopted  every  modern  improvement.  The  High  School  build- 
ing is  one  of  the  finest  in  New  England.  It  accommodates  an  Intermediate  Grammar  and 
High  School,  the  three  grades  having  ten  accomplished  teachers  besides  the  principal,  and 
affording  ample  facilities  for  education  for  business,  or  for  entering  college.  There  are  also  a 
number  of  primary  schools  beside  the  High  School.  The  Glenwood  Classical  Seminary  is. 
located    at   West    Brattleboro    and    is   under   the    able    management    of     Mr.    H.    H.    Shaw,    PrincipaL 

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The  Brooks  Free  Library  Building  was  erected  in  1888  by  Mr.  George  Jones  Brooks,  now 
deceased,  to  accommodate  the  Brattleboro  Free  Library  and  was  donated  by  him  to  the  town. 
Since    his   death,    his    heirs    have    generously   given    a   fund    of   ;^iS,ooo    the    income    of    which    is    to 


MAIN   STREET,    LOOKING  NORTH. 


be  perpetually   devoted    to    its    maintenance    and    increase.       The    library   at    present    contains    over 
six   thousand   books.       The    building    contains   two    commodious    reading   rooms. 


PARKS   AND   PUBLIC   BUILDINGS. 

Upon  the  most  elevated  of  the  terraces  at  the  north  end  of  the  village  and  just  in  front 
of  the  Vermont  Asylum  for  the  Insane  with  which  it  is  contiguous,  and  from  which  it  is  sepa- 
rated only  by  an  almost  invisible  wire  fence  following  the  outline  of  the  bluff,  is  the  Village 
Common,  which  covers  an  area  of  about  three  acres.  This  is  without  doubt  the  finest  point 
from  which  to  gain  a  view  of  certain  geological  features  which  are  peculiar  to  this  part  of  the 
Connecticut  valley.  From  the  brow  of  the  elevation  looking  northward,  lies  immediately  in 
front  the  plateau  of  twenty  acres,  on  which  at  its  farther  boundary,  stands  the  long  line  of 
Asylum  buildings,  beyond  which  at  a  level  of  fifty  feet  below  this,  stretches  the  broad  meadow 
tract  of  one  hundred  and  fifty  acres  to  West  River.  Trees  cover  the  Common ;  its  walks  are 
graveled,  and  rustic  seats  have  been  provided  at  many  points.  There  has  been  erected  upon 
the  point  of  view  most  commanding  and  beautiful,  a  soldiers'  monument,  for  the  construction  of 
which  Brattleboro  appropriated  $5000.  Highland  Park  is  a  beautiful  park  consisting  of  thirty 
acres  of  woodland,  situated  on  a  plateau  overlooking  the  village  and  commands  some  rich  and 
varied  views  in  every  direction.  It  is  about  half  a  mile  distant  from  Main  Street,  and  was 
fitted  up  and  opened  to  the  public  in  1884  as  the  free  gift  of  Mr.  Geo.  E.  Crowell.  A 
roadway   has   been    laid    around    the    outskirts    affording   a    delightful   drive    of   a     mile.       There     are 


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MAIN  ST.,  LOOKING  NORTH  FROM  BROOKS  HOUSE. 

rustic  cross-roads  and  walks  to  every  part  of  the  park,  "  Highland  Avenue,"  "  Hazel  Avenue," 
etc.,  over  rustic  bridges,  with  driveways  above  and  below,  like  those  in  Central  Park,  New  York — 
a  labyrinth  of  fine  avenues,  under  bowers  of  trees,  through  densely  shaded  recesses,  fragrant 
with   the  perfume    of   flowers    and   made    musical    by    the    notes    of   wild    birds. 

Brattleboro  has  six  churches,  viz.:  Baptist,  Congregational,  Methodist,  Episcopal,  Unitarian, 
and  Universalist.  Many  of  the  edifices  are  artistic  and  elegant  specimens  of  church  architec- 
ture of  which  any  village  in  the  country  might  be  proud.  Brattleboro  has  three  first-class 
hotels  which  are  liberally  patronized  at  all  seasons  of  the  year,  viz.:  the  Brooks  House,  Amer- 
ican House,  and  Bliss  House.  Brattleboro  numbers  among  her  educational  forces,  four  news- 
papers. The  Vermont  Phenix,  and  Windham  County  Reformer  are  published  weekly,  and  the 
Household    and    Woman's    Magazine    monthly. 

MANUFACTURES. 

A  village  may  be  exceedingly  beautiful  in  itself  and  its  surroundings ;  it;  may  stretch  its 
goodly  proportions  along  the  luxuriant  banks  of  a  river  of  surpassing  loveliness ;  may  possess 
unnumbered  natural  advantages,  charming  homes,  intelligence,  wealth,  art,  and  all  the  improve- 
ments common  to  a  high  order  of  civilization,  but  the  eminently  practical  spirit  of  the  age 
imperatively  demands  something  other  than  this.  This  village  is  the  prosperous  mart  and 
market  of  the  fertile  agricultural  region  adjacent  to  it  and  the  products  of  its  many  manufac- 
tories are  known  and  esteemed  all  over  the  world.  Brattleboro  is  justly  celebrated  for  the 
variety    and   prosperity    of    its   skilled   industries. 

The  pianos  manufactured  by  the  Estey  Piano  Co.  and  the  organs  of  the  Estey  Organ  Co. 
have  given  the  village  a  name  in  every  part  of  the  globe.  The  organs  made  by  the  E.  P. 
Carpenter  Co.  have  a  national  reputation.  Among  the  many  productions  of  its  mills  and 
factories  may  be  mentioned  the  following:  sewing  machines,  washing  machines,  knitting  machine 
needles,    lathes,     paper    mill    machinery,     planing     and     shingle    machines,    drain     and     sewer    pipe, 


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chimney  caps,  brass  and  iron  castings,  asphalt  pavement,  news  paper,  pumps,  packing  boxes, 
cabinet  work,  doors,  sash  and  blinds,  carriages,  wagons  and  sleighs,  children's  carriages,  furni- 
ture,    organ     reeds,    proprietary    medicines,    extracts,    creamery    butter      cigars,    confectionery,    cider 

jelly,  etc. 

I 

SOCIETIES    AND    CLUBS. 

Among  the  many  organizations  in  which  Brattleboro  business  men  actively  participate  may 
be  named :  the  Young  Men's  Christian  Association ;  the  Rural  Improvement  Association ;  the 
Valley  Fair  Association;  the  Vermont  Wheel  Club;  the  Estey  Guard;  the  Fuller  Light  Bat- 
tery; the  First  Regiment  Band  and  Orchestra;  and  a  camp  of  the  Sons  of  Veterans;  while 
the  ladies  of  the  village  have  a  Woman's  Christian  Temperance  Union  ;  a  w^oman's  auxiliary  of 
Y.  M.  C.  A.;  a  woman's  Indian  Mission  Society;  a  woman's  Educational  and  Industrial  Union; 
a  Natural  History  Society,  and  a  woman's  Relief  Corps.  The  Masonic  order.  The  Odd  Fel- 
lows, Knights  of  Honor,  Good  Templars,  and  other  secret  societies  are  well  represented  and 
supported.  ' 

FEATURES  OF  ENTERPRISE. 
An  illustration  of  the  progressive  spirit  of  Brattleboro  people  is  seen  in  the  quickness 
with  which  they  seize  upon  every  practical  improvement  that  is  calculated  to  economize  time, 
labor  or  money.  No  sooner  had  the  telephone  bpened  its  ears  and  lips  than  it  was  introduced 
here,  and  its  use  has  now  become  so  general  as  a  medium  for  business  and  social  purposes, 
that  its  ramifications  extend  to  every  section  of  the  county.  The  adjacent  towns  on  all  sides, 
and  those  further  away,  are  included  in  this  invaluable  service.  Electric  lighting  is  another 
salient   example     of    this     spirit    of   enterprise.       All     public   buildings,    prominent   business   establish- 


iliTH    FKOM    BI.IS 


ments   and    thoroughfares    are    provided  with    electric  lights,   and     the    company   having    the    matter    in 
hand,  is  continually  multiplying    its  resources    in  answer  to    the    popular  demand.       Improvements  are 


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MAIN  ST..   LOOKING  SOUTH  FROM  CONG.   CHL'KCH. 


being   adopted    as     rapidly    as    they   are    introduced,    and   there     are   few     towns     of    its    size    in    the 
Union   where    electricity    is    so   universally   used   for   illuminating   purposes. 

As  to  its  Banking  institutions,  the  business  men  of  Brattleboro  have  every  reason  to  be  proud 
of  their  number,  strength  aud  stability.  Well  officered  and  prudently  managed,  every  legiti- 
mate accommodation  is  offered  to  their  patrons.  There  are  two  National  Banks,  having  a 
combined  capital  of  $250,000 :  also  a  Savings  Bank,  with  over  three  thousand  depositors,  and 
upwards  of  a  million  dollars  deposits.  This  brings  us  naturally  to  insurance  interests,  which  are 
so  largely  represented  in  this  village  as  to  form  a  distinctive  feature  of  the  business  operations 
of  the  town.  The  foremost  insurance  institutions,  in  the  United  States  and  England,  have 
established  agencies  here  in  active  operations.  The  natural  competition  for  business,  in  conjunc- 
tion with  a  well  managed  fire  department,  and  the  general  immunity  of  the  village  from  fires 
has    served   to    reduce    fire    insurance-  rates    to    the    minimum. 

Brattleboro  does  not  boast  of  the  amplitude  of  its  park  system,  nor  has  it  need  of  the 
light  and  air  spaces  so  essential  to  a  crowded  and  densely  built  up  community.  It  possesses 
in  itself,  throughout  its  entire  length  and  breadth,  all  those  beauties  and  advantages  to  gain,, 
which  parks  are  laid  out  in  other  towns.  It  is  not,  like  scores  of  others  covering  no  larger 
an  area,  a  mere  mass  of  stone  and  brick  and  mortar.  There  is  nothing  cooped  up  or  tene- 
ment-like about  it.  Light,  air  and  ventilation  are  everywhere,  with  many  features  that  are 
lovely   and    attractive. 

As  a  place  of  residence  Brattleboro  offers  the  advantages,  which  only  a  prosperous  and  growing 
town  of  slow  and  legitimate  growth  can  give.  Brattleboro  has  not  "boomed"  into  sudden 
notice  and  spurious  mushroom  prosperity.  Brattleboro  is  healthy,  bracing,  invigorating,  and  in 
its  influences,  public  spirited  and  elevating.  Every  encouragement  is  accorded  to  new  enter- 
prises.  Beautiful  homes  have  room  and  sway  and  individuality  with  more  or  less  of  the  green 
earth   pertaining   to    them,    and   room    for   the    "  vine    and    fig   tree." 


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VERMONT  L.OAN  AND  TKUST  COMPANY,   No.  125 

Main  Street. — The  Vermont  Loan  and  Trust  Company  offers  splen- 
did opportunities  for  investment  in  western  farm  lands.  The  com- 
pany was  incorporated  in  1886,  with  a  paid-in  capital  of  $175,000  and 
an  authorized  capital  of  $250,000.  The  company's  specialty  is  west- 
ern farm  investment  securities,  guaranteeing  seven  percent,  on  farm 
mortgages  and  six  per  cent,  on  debenture  bonds.  The  company  has 
branch  offices  at  Grand  Forks,  N.  Dakota  and  at  Spokane  Falls, 
Washington.  A  competent  surveyor  goes  over  the  lands  each  sum- 
mer and  notes  their  condition.  Loans  are  then  made  from  $250  up, 
along  the  Red  River  Valley  in  Dakota,  the  Palouse  Valley  of  Wash- 
ington, and  the  Pan  Handle  of  Idaho.  Debenture  bonds  are  also 
issued,  secured  by  $105,000  of  first  mortgages  for  each  $100,000  of 
bonds  issued,  these  bonds  being  in  denominations  of  $100,  $200,  $500 
and  $1000  of  five  to  ten  years'  duration  each.  The  bonds  are  depos- 
ited with  the  company's  trustees:  the  Hon.  C.  J.  Amidon,  president 
Hinsdale  Savings  Bank;  Geo.  S.  Dowley,  president  Vermont  Savings 
Bank;  and  the  Hon.  B.  D.  Harris,  president  Brattleboro  Savings 
Bank.  The  surplus  of  this  company  now  amounts  to  $20,000.  The 
general  agent  is  Frank  I.  Holman,  of  Brattleboro,  a  reliable  man 
who  has  held  his  office  three  years.  He  is  a  native  of  Massachusetts, 
and  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  President  H.  Mann,  Jr.,  is  a  resi- 
dent of  Wiltaington,  Vt.  H.  L.  Whithed,  the  vice-president,  is  a 
resident  of  Gfend  Forks,  North  Dakota.  R.  M.  Sherman,  the  secre- 
tary, and  F.  W.  Wilder,  treasurer,  reside  in  North  Dakota.  The 
advisers  are  thus  distinguished:  Directors:  Hon.  J.  M.  Tyler,  Chas. 
B.  Hopkins,  S.  S.  Titus,  A.  E.  Emery,  Geo.  E.  Holbrook,  H.  Mann, 
Jr.,  F.  W.  Wilder,  H.  L.  Whithed,  R.  M.  Sherman.  Finance  Com- 
mittee: S.  S.  Titus,  H.  L.  Whithed.  C.  B.  Hopkins.  Trustees:  Hon.  C. 
J.  Amidon,  Geo.  S.  Dowley,  Hon.  B.  D.  Harris.  General  Agent: 
Frank  J.  Holman , 

H.  W.  SARGENT,  Manufacturer  of  Cabinets,  Book  Cases, 
Writing  Desks  and  General  Jobbing,  Dealer  in  Rare  and  Fancy 
Woods,  Contractor  for  Light  Woodwork,  Harmony  Block.— The 
natural  facilities  for  procuring  material  for  the  manufacture  of  high 
class  cabinet  work,  are  possessed  by  Brattleboro  to  as  great  an 
extent  as  any  other  city  in  New  England.  One  of  the  leading  men 
engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  cabinets,  bookcases,  writing  desks, 
etc.,  is  Mr.  H.  W.  Sargent,  who  has  been  established  in  busi- 
ness since  1887,  and  in  addition  to  his  excellent  work  on  writing 
desks,  book-cases,  cabinets  and  general  jobbing,  he  deals  very  ex- 
tensively in  rare  and  fancy  woods,  from  which  are  made  all  styles 
of  bric-a-brac,  notions,  walking  sticks,  umbrella  handles,  orna- 
ments, work-boxes,  powder-boxes,  etc.  He  is  a  contractor  for  light 
woodwork.  His  products  may  be  seen  in  the  best  homes  of  this 
city,  his  specialty  being  repairing  and  fancy  woodwork.  He  has  a 
fine  shop  with  steam-power  and  in  addition  to  being  a  practical 
artist  in  his  line,  he  employs  a  sufficient  force  of  skilled  artisans  to 
enable  him  to  fill  his  many  orders.  Mr.  Sargent  was  for  twelve 
years  in  a  cigar  manufactory.  He  is  a  young  man,  ambitious  and 
energetic,  with  most  honorable  business  qualities  and  an  active 
member  of  the  K.  of  H. 

E.  li.  HIIiDRETH  &  CO.,  Printers,  Harmony  Block.— The 
art  of  the  printer  is  becoming  a  greater  necessity  every  day.  As 
the  educational  and  business  facilities  of  the  counti-y  increase,  more 
books  and  job  printing  is  needed,  which  gives  encouragement  to 
to  firms  like  Messrs.  E.  L.  Hildreth  &  Co.,  who  are  among  Brattle- 
boro's  foremost  printers.  They  are  located  in  Harmony  Block, 
where  they  have  fine  offices,  with  a  heavy  stock  of  type,  composing 
stones,  furniture,  paper  cutters,  proof  presses  and  all  of  the  modern 
machinery.  This  business  was  established  in  1872,  by  Mr.  D.  Leon- 
ard; succeeded  by  Messrs.  Hildreth  &  Fales,  and  in  April,  1890,  by 
Messrs.  E.  L.  Hildreth  &  Co.  Their  place  is  one  of  the  most  reliable 
in  town.  They  employ  from  six  to  ten  persons  and  guarantee  all  of 
their  work  at  reasonable  prices.  They  do  all  kinds  of  printing,  in- 
cluding newspapers,  letter  and  bill  heads,  legal  work,  envelopes, 
cards,  circulars,  hand  bills,  posters,  political  and  commercial  work, 
catalogues,  etc.  Their  work  always  gives  satisfaction.  Mr.  Hil- 
dreth is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire.  He  is  a  young  man,  active  and 
energetic,  loyal  to  integrity,  and  has  the  full  management  of  the 
business.  His  partner  is  Mr.  O.  L.  French,  a  native  of  Vermont. 
He  is  a  well-read,  capable  man  and  the  editor  and  proprietor  of  the 
Brattleboro  "  Phoenix." 


ORTON  &  HOWE,  General  Jobbers  and  Manufacturers  of 
Meat  and  Vegetable  Choppers,  Furniture,  Etc.— When  it  comes  to  a 
question  of  ingenious  inventions,  the  historian  has  but  to  turn  to 
America,  look  towards  New  England  and  here  find  some  of  the 
greatest  patents  of  the  age.  One  of  these  is  the  celebrated  meat 
and  vegetable  chopper, 
of  which  Messrs.  John 
Orton  and  J.  C.  Howe 
own  the  patent,  while 
they  are  also  manufact- 
urers of,  and  general 
jobbers  in  this  great 
labor  saving  invention. 
They  also  make  and 
handle  furniture,  writing 
cases,  cabinets  of  every 
style,  and  are  jobbers 
and  contractors  for  bank 
fixtures,  gymnasium  ap- 
paratus and  all  kinds  of 
light  woodwork,  and  de- 
vote their  special  atten- 
tion to  repairing  wring- 
ers and  sweepers.  They 
have  steam-power  and 
conduct  a  most  profi- 
table trade  in  all  of 
their  wares.  The  meat 
and  vegetable  chopper 
has  made  a  great  impression  in  Brattleboro,  and  has  proven  to- 
be  one  of  the  very  long  needed  articles  in  markets  and  places- 
where  mince  meat,  etc.,  are  manufactured.  Messrs.  Orton  &  Howe 
have  a  nicely  fitted  and  attractive  store  and  shop  in  Harmony  Block, 
and  although  they  have  been  established  in  business  only  since  1889. 
their  labors  have  met  with  remuneration.  Mr.  Orton  is  a  native  Ci 
Connecticut,  and  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  and  the  K.  of  H. 
Mr.  Howe  was  born  in  Vermont.  He  made  an  enviable  war  record, 
during'  three  years  service  with  Co.  H,  Tenth  Vermont  Regiment, 
having  fought  in  twenty  sharp  engagements.  He  is  a  member  of  the 
I.  O.  O.  F.,  and  the  G.  A.  R.  These  gentlemen  are  trustworthy^ 
business  men  and  have  hosts  of  friends. 

G.  H.  REED,  Contractor  and  Builder,  Dealer  In  All  Kinds  of 
Seasoned  Lumber  and  Shingles,  Etc.,  Flat  Street.— Mr.  G.  H.  Reed,, 
contractor  and  builder  and  dealer  in  all  kinds  of  lumber,  is  rapidly 
acquiring  a  most  enviable  reputation.  He  is  a  native  of  New^ 
Hampshire,  and  at  one  time  was  engaged  in  mercantile  life,  and 
spent  two  years  in  the  lumber  business  in  Michigan,  where  he  has. 
two  brothers  engaged  in  the  business,  and  is  thus  enabled  to  secure^ 
his  supplies  at  lowest  figures.  About  the  year  1874  he  established 
himself  in  his  present  line  of  business  in  South  Vernon,  this  state^ 
where  he  developed  a  very  large  and  prosperous  trade,  but,  desirous, 
of  enlarging  his  field  of  labor  and  enterprise,  he  removed  the  busi- 
ness to  this  place  in  1889,  and  has  met  with  the  most  substantial 
encouragement  and  patronage.  He  occupies  spacious  and  commo- 
dious premises,  comprising  a  large  yard  for  the  storage  of  lumber 
and  building  materials  that  is  amply  provided  with  shedding  and 
other  conveniences,  while  a  large  office  and  workshop  is  also  con- 
nected with  it,  and  employment  is  given  to  a  force  of  skilled  and  ex- 
perienced workmen.  In  1890  he  built  the  fine  block  known  as  Minor's 
in  Brattleboro.  His  stock  is  always  full  and  complete,  and  em- 
braces all  kinds  of  thoroughly  seasoned  white  and  yellow  pine  lum- 
ber, lath,  joints,  beams,  shingles,  etc.,  for  building  purposes;  also 
western  ash,  cherry,  walnut,  oak,  maple  and  other  choice  varieties 
of  hard  wood.  These  are  received  direct  from  producers,  and  pur- 
chased at  the  most  advantageous  prices,  and  are  offered  at  figures 
not  easily  duplicated  elsewhere.  His  comprehensive  and  far-reach- 
ing knowledge  of  the  building  trade  qualifies  him  to  furnish  plans, 
specifications  based  on  extremely  low  estimates,  for  all  kinds  ot 
buildings,  and  he  is  prepared  to  enter  into  contracts  of  any  magni- 
tude, and  execute  the  same  promptly  and  satisfactorily  at  lowest  fig- 
ures. Stores,  offices,  residences  and  factories  are  fitted  up  promptly- 
in  the  best  possible  manner,  while  jobbing  of  all  kinds  receives  most- 
careful  attention. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


ARTHUR  ».  "WYATT'S  STUDIO.— There  is  such  a 
widely  niarl<ed  difference  between  an  artistic  and  an  ordinarj'  pho- 
tographer, that  it  is  always  a  pleasure  to  mention  tlie  one  wlio  ap- 
plies the  principles  of  art  to  his  profession.  Such  a  one  may  be 
ifound  in  Mr.  Arthur  D.  Wyatt,  whose  gallery  is  located  in  Brattle- 
boro.  His  business  was  established  in  1881,  under  the  firm  name  of 
Messrs.  Emery  &  Wyatt;  in  1883  it  became  Wyatt  &  Phillips,  and  in 
December,  1884,  Mr.  Wyatt  took  the  gallery  upon  his  own  hands. 
He  has  nicely  fitted  rooms,  with  a  rich  display  of  his  work,  includ- 
ing pictures  in  India  ink,  crayon,  pastel,  oil  and  water  colors.  Mr. 
AVyatt  does  every  kind  of  artistic  photographing,  including  cabinet, 
small  and  imperial  sized  photograph.  He  is  a  practical  photogra- 
pher, having  been  four  years  an  employee  in  a  gallery.  He  has  a 
modernly  appointed  operating  and  developing  room  and  draws  his 
patronage  from  the  best  classes.  Mr.  Wyatt  is  a  native  of  Vermont 
and  a  member  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F.  He  is  a  man  of  reliable  business 
principles  and  true  to  his  promises,  while  his  work  is  unsurpassed. 

LUTHER  R.  PliUMlTIER,  Crockery,  Glassware  and  Tin- 
ware, No.  33  Elliot  Street.— The  secrets  of  the  old  time  potters  have 
•been  transferred  to  America,  until  her  manufacturers  are  capable  of 
turning  out  wares  to  compete  with  the  world.  An  eminent  dealer  in 
pottery,  glassware,  crockery  and  tinware  is  Mr.  Luther  R.  Plum- 
mer,  of  No.  33  Elliot  Street.  His  business  was  established  by  Shaw 
&  Corwin,  in  1883,  followed  by  F.  S.  Shaw,  then  by  Russell  &  Plum- 
mer  in  1887  and  by  Mr.  Plummer  in  1889.  He  has  a  store  beautifully 
fitted,  20  X  70  feet,  where  he  displays  one  of  the  richest  lines  of  goods 
in  town.  Since  his  proprietorship  he  has  doubled  his  business, 
which  argues  volumes  for  his  popularity.  He  carries  a  large  stock 
■of  table  and  pantry  crockery,  breakfast,  luncheon,  tea  and  dinner 
services,  china  ware,  imported  and  domestic,  glassware,  water  jugs, 
tumblers,  plates,  cream  pots,  etc.,  tinware,  pans,  basins  and  house- 
hold necessities.  Mr.  Plummer  has  made  a  name  for  strict  business 
integrity  and  is  very  reliable  in  all  of  his  dealings.  He  is  a  young 
man,  native  of  Brattleboro  and  an  active  member  of  the  F. 
and  A.  M. 

W.  H.  HAIGH,  Merchant  Tailor,  Elliot  Street.— Among  the 
artistic  cu.stom  tailors  in  this  community  there  are  none  more  thor- 
oughly capable  of  cutting  and  fitting  wearing  apparel  than  Mr.  W. 
H.  Haigh,  who  has  been  engaged  in  the  business  in  this  city  since 
1886.  The  custom  with  which  he  is  favored  is  derived  from  a  very 
large  class  of  citizens,  together  with  many  patrons  throughout  this 
and  several  other  states.  The  premises  occupied  include  one  large 
and  commodious  floor,  25  x  75  feet  in  area,  which  is  divided  into 
three  rooms,  most  admirably  arranged  for  the  attractive  display  of 
the  stock,  and  the  prompt  and  skillful  execution  of  the  work  per- 
taining to  this  particular  line  of  business.  The  finest  and  best  prod- 
ucts of  both  foreign  and  American  manufacture  are  included  in 
stock  in  every  variety  that  is  fashionable,  seasonable  and  desirable. 
Mr.  Haigh  makes  a  specialty  of  first-class  work  and  is  always  among 
the  first  to  bring  out  the  new  styles  and  fashions,  and  has  acquired  a 
reputation  not  only  as  an  experienced  cutter  and  merchant  tailor, 
but  also  for  his  excellent  judgment  as  to  quality,  taste,  stjle  and 
•durability  of  goods  when  buying  stock.  From  seven  to  teu  compe- 
tent and  efficient  tailors  are  in  constant  employment,  and  all  gar- 
ments made  at  this  house  are  guaranteed  perfect  in  every  respect- 
Mr.  Haigh  started  out  in  life  at  the  age  of  twelve  to  learn  the  tailors' 
trade,  with  which  he  has  continued  to  be  identified,  and  is  well  and 
favorably  known  throughout  Brattleboro.  He  is  a  native  of  Eng- 
land, but  emigrated  to  America  in  1881. 

G.  F.  BARBER,  Dentist,  Main  Street.— G.  F.  Barber.  D.  D.  S., 
of  Pratt's  Block,  established  his  business  in  Fitchburg,  Mass.,  in  1881. 
and  removed  to  Brattleboro  in  1889.  He  has  finely  appointed  offices 
on  the  second  floor,  where  he  gives  especial  attention  to  all  of  the 
modem  modes  of  dental  practice,  as  applied  to  excavating,  extract- 
ing, preparing,  treating  and  filling  teeth,  using  crown  and  other  fill- 
ings and  manufacturing  false  teeth  singly  or  in  sets.  His  patients 
are  numbered  among  the  best  of  the  town's  people  and  his  practice 
is  very  extensive.  Dr.  Barber  is  a  graduate  of  the  Philadelphia 
Dental  College.  He  has  worked  hard  and  faithfully  to  succeed,  and 
during  his  year's  sojourn  in  Brattleboro  has  won  many  friends  and 
patrons. 


E.  J.  CARPENTER,  Newspapers,  Periodicals,  Toys  and 
Fancy  Goods,  No.  3  Market  Block,  Elliot  Street.— The  extraordinary 
educational  facilities  of  the  New  England  States  have  made  the  lines 
of  business  devoted  to  intellectual  mei-chandise,  of  great  profit,  par- 
ticularly in  Brattleboro.  Here  interested  in  this  branch  of  industry, 
one  finds  Mr.  E.  J.  Carpenter,  at  No.  3  Market  Block,  in  Elliott 
Street.  3Ir.  Carpenter  is  one  of  the  oldest  merchants  in  Brattleboro, 
having  been  in  business  since  1849,  twenty  years  of  that  time  in  his 
present  quarters.  He  has  a  heavily  stocked  store,  20  x  CO  feet,  where 
he  sells  everything  needed  in  his  line.  He  handles  books,  entire 
libraries,  sets  of  authors'  works,  histories,  biographies,  dictionaries, 
encyclopedias,  Dickens's,  Hugo's,  Thackeray's,  Carlyle's,  and  all  of 
the  standard  authors'  works,  botlfforeign  and  domestic,school  books, 
newspapers,  weekly  journals,  magazines,  note  paper,  legal  cap, 
commercial  note,  envelopes,  paper,  seals,  sealing  wax,  crests,  initals, 
engraved  plates,  toys,  children's  games,  blocks,  slates,  pencils  and  a 
full  complement  of  notions  and  Christmas  goods,  cards,  pictures,  etc. 
Mr.  Carpenter  is  a  native  of  Massachusetts  and  is  regarded  as  one  of 
the  most  honorable  merchants  in  town.  His  trade  is  large  and  his 
goods  first  class.  He  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  of  the 
I.  O.  O.  F. 

MRS.  "W.  H.  PHIIililPS,  Millinery,  Hair  and  Fancy 
Goods,  No.  85  Main  Street.— The  American  people  are  not  alone  will- 
ing, but  anxious  to  admit  that  the  women  of  to-day  hold  places  of 
equality  with  men,  both  in  the  professional  and  business  walks  of 
life.  One  of  the  number  of  most  exemplary  business  women  in 
Brattleboro  is  Mrs.  W.  H.  Phillips,  dealer  in  millinery  and  fancy 
goods.  No.  85  Main  Street.  She  is  one  of  the  most  reliable  merchants 
in  town,  having  been  established  in  1876.  Mrs.  Phillips  has  a  com- 
pletely stocked  and  elegantly  arranged  store,  her  plate-glass  win- 
dows and  show  cases  giving  evidence  of  a  very  rich  array  of  ladies 
wares,  bonnets,  hats,  ribbons,  ornaments,  laces,  artificial  flowers, 
pompons,  feathers,  birds,  ostrich  plumes,  hair  goods  a  specialty, 
corsets,  gloves,  fancy  stamping  and  embroidery  work,  cushions, 
work  baskets,  art  silks,  belts  and  brooches.  Mrs.  Phillips's  trade  lies 
among  the  first  families  of  town,  and  her  styles,  both  imported,  do- 
mestic and  of  her  own  origin,  are  the  latest  to  be  found  in  the  market. 
The  lady  has  proven  herself  to  be  a  most  expert  person  of  business 
and  has  made  a  name  for  strict  commercial  integrity. 


BRATTLEBORO  IRON  FOUNDRY,  Peter  Joyce, 
Proprietor. — The  great  increase  in  the  building  industries  has  been 
the  means  of  making  the  iron  trade  one  of  the  most  important  of  all 
callings.  This  assertion  covers  the  commodities  manufactured  by  the 
Brattleboro  Iron  Foundry,  of  which  Mr.  Peter  Joyce  is  the  proprie- 
tor. This  is  a  fine  building,  40  x  90  feet.  The  business  was  estab- 
lished twenty-five  years  ago,  by  A.  R.  Gregg  and  William  Stewart, 
Mr.  Joyce  having  become  the  proprietor  in  1887.  He  has  steam- 
power  machinery,  and  manufactures  all  kinds  of  organ  and  gray 
iron  castings,  including  mill  gearings,  pulleys,  hangers,  sewing 
machine  work,  etc.,  while  he  makes  a  specialty  of  light  bench  work 
and  paper  mill  machinery.  His  work  is  invariably  produced  on 
time,  even  when  orders  are  received  at  short  notice.  Mr.  Joyce  is  a 
practical  iron  worker,  having  all  his  life  been  connected  with  foun- 
dries. He  is  a  conscientious  business  man,  and  gives  his  personal 
attention  to  details,  assuring  his  customers  of  honest  work.  He  is  a 
native  of  Massachusetts,  and  a  member  of  the  C.  K.of  A. 

AmERICAN  HOUSE,  Main  Street.  F.  K.  Harvey,  Proprietor. 
—The  American  House  in  Main  Street,  Brattleboro,  is  considered  to 
be  one  of  the  best  two  dollar  per  day  houses  in  the  east.  It  was 
built  and  opened  before  the  war,  and  has  had  a  number  of  pro- 
prietors, the  present  one  being  Mr.  F.  K.  Harvey.  The  American 
will  accommodate  fifty  persons.  It  is  a  three-story  building,  situ- 
ated near  the  railway  station  and  just  in  the  right  place  to  intercept 
transients.  Mr.  Harvey  has  a  very  neatly  kept  house,  from  the 
office  to  the  kitchen.  His  bedrooms  are  tidy  and  his  table  abounds 
in  the  best  meats,  vegetables,  breadstuffs  and  deserts  that  the 
market  affords.  His  house  has  telephone  connections,  call  bells  and 
sample  rooms.  Everything  is  done  for  the  accommodation  of  guests. 
He  knows  how  to  conduct  a  hotel  and  keeps  plenty  of"  help  to 
answer  to  the  calls  of  his  patrons. 


BHATTLEBORO,     VERMONT. 


125. 


A,  V.  COX  &  CO.,  Stoves,  Ranges  and  Furnaces,  Manufact- 
urers of  Tin,  Brass,  Copper  and  Sheet  Ironware,  Tin  Roofing,  Etc., 
Cox's  Block,  Main  Street. — Tliis  enterprise  was  founded  originally  in 
1873,  by  Messrs.  A.  V.  and  A.  S.  Cox,  both  natives  of  this  state  and 
residents  here  for  many  years,  and  was  conducted  by  them  with 
signal  success  and  ability  until  April,  1890,  when,  owing  to  the 
lamented  decease  of  the  junior  partner,  the  business  passed  into 
the  control  of  Mr.  A.  V.  Cox,  who  continues  the  business  with  his 
old-time  enterprise  and  ability  under  the  original  firm  title.  The 
premises  utilized  are  very  spacious  and  commodious,  comprising  an 
entire  five-story  building,  37  x  52  feet  in  dimensions,  admirably  ar- 
ranged and  fitted  up  with  special  reference  to  sales  and  manufactur- 
ing purposes.  The  workshop  is  fully  equipped  with  all  the  neces- 
sary machinery  and  tools,  and  employment  is  furnished  to  none  but 
thoroughly  skilled  and  experienced  workmen.  The  range  of  prod- 
ucts embraces  everything  in  the  line  of  tin,  copper,  brass  and  sheet- 
iron  ware  for  household  and  mechanical  purposes,  a  large  assort- 
ment of  which  is  kept  constantly  on  sale  in  the  store.  He  makes  a 
specialty  of  tin  roofing,  spouting,  eave  conductors,  factory  work, 
smoke  stacks,  escape  pipes  and  general  jobbing,  etc.  Estimates  are 
freely  furnished  and  contracts  of  any  size  are  entered  into  and  exe- 
cuted whether  in  town  or  country,  satisfactorily,  promptly,  and  at 
bottom  figures.  In  his  finely  appointed  store  will  be  found  at  all 
times  a  full  and  complete  assortment  of  parlor,  office  and  cook 
stoves,  ranges,  furnaces,  suitable  for  coal  and  wood,  also  oil  and  gas 
stoves,  all  of  the  very  latest  improved  patterns,  and  received  direct 
from  the  most  celebrated  manufacturers  known  to  the  trade,  while 
the  prices  are  most  reasonable.  His  stock  also  includes  an  excellent 
assortment  of  everything  in  the  line  of  household  necessities,  hollow 
wares,  cooking  utensils,  patented  hardware  novelties,  etc.,  etc.  Mr. 
Cox  is  an  active  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.,  having  served  during  the 
late  Civil  War  for  one  year  in  the  Fifteenth  New  Hampshire  Regi- 
ment Volunteer  Infantry,  and  is  also  a  highly  respected  member  of 
the  Masonic  fraternity. 

A.  E.  THITKBER,  Fancy,  Domestic  and  Cracker  Baker,  No. 
57  Main  Street. — The  modern  system  of  household  cares  and  the 
great  increase  in  hotel  patronage,  has  made  the  calling  of  the 
cracker  baker  a  very  important  one  in  the  arrangements  of  domestic 
economy.  A  leading  merchant  in  this  line  in  Brattleboro,  is  A.  E. 
Thurber,  No.  57  Main  Street,  fancy,  domestic  and  cracker  baker. 
This  business  was  established  more  than  forty  years  ago,  by  J. 
Culler,  since  which  time  there  have  been  various  changes  in  the 
name  of  the  house,  the  existing  proprietor  having  succeeded  to  the 
business  in  1883.  He  occupies  a  floor  25  x  100  feet,  with  a  large 
basement,  and  employs  ten  skillful  hands  in  carrying  on  his  work. 
He  delivers  all  purchases  which  are  made  to  the  retail  and  wholesale 
trade.  He  manufactures  everything  in  the  line  of  bakers'  goods; 
bread,  cakes,  crullers,  biscuits,  pies,  crackers,  fancy,  wedding  and 
plain  cakes,  pound,  fruit,  wine  and  frosted  cakes,  etc.  Mr.  Thurber 
is  noted  as  being  among  the  most  expert  bakers  in  this  part  of  the 
country.  His  trade  is  very  large,  lying  among  the  first  families  and 
the  best  retail  grocers,  etc.  He  uses  the  choicest  materials,  fresh, 
sweet  butter,  new  laid  eggs,  good  lard,  and  prime  sugar  and  spices. 
He  is  a  popular  business  man,  honorable  and  deserving  of  patron- 
age, a  native  of  Vermont,  and  a  member  of  the  I.O.O.F. 

BRATTIiEBORO  CUSTOM  liAUlVDKY,  No.  16  Elliot 
Street.— The  Custom  Laundry,  of  which  Mrs.  Wm.  Russell  is  the 
enterprising  proprietress,  has  acquired  an  enviable  reputation  for  the 
excellence  of  its  work  and  reliable  management.  Mrs.  Russell 
founded  the  establishment  originally  in  1887,  and  from  the  start  it 
has  been  the  recipient  of  a  very  large  and  permanent  patronage  in 
this  as  well  as  adjoining  towns.  The  premises  occupied  are  admira- 
bly arranged  and  equipped  with  all  the  latest  appliances  and  ma- 
chinery run  by  steam-power  for  the  successful  prosecution  of  the 
business,  and  employment  is  furnished  to  a  sufficient  number  of 
hands  to  meet  all  the  requirements  of  the  trade.  All  classes  of 
work,  from  the  finest  fabrics  known,  to  the  coarsest  materials,  is  ex- 
ecuted without  injury  in  a  prompt  and  thoroughly  satisfactory  man- 
ner, and  at  prices  which  cannot  be  surpassed.  Mrs.  Russell  is  a 
native  of  Vermont,  a  woman  of  large  practical  experience  in  this 
line  of  business,  and  was  formerly  proprietress  of  a  laundry  in  New 
York,  before  establishing  herself  in  business  in  this  city. 


A.  E.  ITII1.LEU,  Manufacturer  of  Pure  Candies,  and  Jobber 
of  Fruit,  Nuts  and  Cigars,  Elliot  Street.— It  is  said  that  the  Ameri- 
can people  are  the  greatest  consumers  of  sweets  of  any  nationality 
of  the  earth's  inhabitants.  This  assertion  may,  to  a  great  extent,  be 
found  true  in  the  brisk  business  that  is  done  by  Mr.  A.  E.  Miller  of 
Elliot  Street,  Brattleboro,  manufacturer  of  pure  candies  and  jobber 
in  fruit,  nuts  and  choice  cigars.  This  business  was  established  many 
years  ago  by  Mr.  F.  L.  Bechetter,  whom  Mr.  Millei-  succeeded  in 
business  in  1887.  He  has  a  beautiful  store  and  manufactures  his 
wares  in  the  basement,  where  he  has  all  of  the  necessary  machinery 
to  turn  out  fresh,  choice  candies,  bon-  bons,  caramels,  plain  and 
fancy  confectionery.  He  has  a  splendid  stock  of  goods  in  view, 
while  he  wholesales  and  retails  nuts,  fruits,  pineapples,  bananas, 
oranges,  lemons,  citrons,  quinces,  apricots  and  all  of  the  delicacies 
of  the  season.  His  trade  is  very  large,  his  patrons  coming  from  the 
first  families  of  town.  Mr.  Miller  is  a  native  of  West  Brattleboro- 
and  for-  a  time  was  a  book-keeper  in  a  grocery  store,  and  has. 
a  practical  and  wide  knowledge  of  business.  He  is  honorable- 
and  popular  in  all  of  his  dealings,  and  has  a  very  successful  record. 

J.  D.  ROESS,  Manufacturer  of  Fine  Havana  and  Domestic- 
Cigars,  No.  89  Main  Street.— Not  a  smoker  in  Brattleboro  but  has- 
been  on  terms  of  intimacy  with  the  old  and  reliable  house  at  No.  89 
Main  Street,  which  was  established  in  1868,  and  until  February,  1890, 
was  known  under  the  firm  name  of  Leonard  &  Roess,  manufacturers, 
of  Havana  and  domestic  cigars.  Death  stepped  in  in  February.  1890, 
and  claimed  the  senior  partner,  since  which  time  Mr.  J.  D.  Roess  has 
conducted  the  business  in  his  own  name.  Mr.  Roess  came  from  his. 
native  land,  Germany,  when  a  mere  child,  and  has  always  been 
employed  and  engaged  in  this  line  of  business— a  talent  which  he 
inherits,  his  father  having  also  been  a  cigar  maker.  Mr.  Roess  is  on 
the  high  tide  of  success.  His  factory  is  one  of  the  largest  in  this 
section  of  the  country,  25  x  70  feet  in  area,  and  occupying  three 
floors  and  a  basement,  where  he  carries  as  fine  a  stock  of  tobacco  as 
one  can  find  in  the  market.  He  has  been  in  his  present  location 
since  1884,  and  everybody  in  town  recognizes  him  as  a  man  of  relia- 
ble business  principles.  He  has  twenty -five  skilled  cigar  makers  in 
his  employ,  and  devotes  the  second  floor  of  his  place  to  manufact- 
uring cigars  for  the  New  England  and  New  York  wholesale  trade.  He 
keeps  two  commercial  travelers  busy  and  also  sells  large  quantities 
of  goods  through  the  jobbing  houses.  He  likewise  does  a  large  retail 
trade  in  boxes,  selling  to  smokers  of  this  town  as  they  desire  it.  Mr. 
Roess  not  alone  has  the  largest  cigar  manufactory  in  the  state  but 
the  finest  store  in  town. 

DR.  F.  A.  WOODBURY,  Dentist,  No.  118  Elliot  Street.— 
Dr.  F.  A.  Woodbury  began  his  career  under  the  firm  name  of 
Bowers  &  Woodbury,  at  Springfield  and  Rutland,  Dr.  Woodbury 
having  had  charge  of  the  Rutland  branch  and  Dr.  Bowers  of  the 
Springfield  office.  This  co-partnership  lasted  until  1870,  when  the 
firm  dissolved.  Dr.  Woodbury  moving  to  Brattleboro.  He  is  among 
the  foremost  dentists  of  this  place  and  has  accomplished  a  method 
for  the  painless  extraction  of  teeth  which  will  make  his  name 
famous:  it  is  by  the  means  of  the  dental  Electric  Vibrator,  and  Dr. 
Woodbury  has  the  honor  to  be  the  only  dentist  in  town  who  resorts- 
to  its  most  commendable  use.  He  has  three  nicely  furnished  rooms 
on  the  second  floor  of  his  dwelling  and  has  introduced  all  of  the 
latest  devices  in  excavating,  treating,  crown  and  cavity  filling  and 
the  insertion  of  false  teeth,  singly  or  in  set.  He  makes  a  specialty 
of  excavating  sensitive  teeth  by  the  use  of  electricity.  Dr.  Wood- 
bury is  a  master  of  his  profession.  He  is  a  native  of  Vermont  and  a. 
member  of  the  Golden  Cross  and  the  North  Star  societies. 

J.  W.  PBOUTY'S  Famous  Portraits,  Studio,  Main  Street.— 
Mr.  Prouty  is  one  of  the  very  artistic  photographers  of  this  section  of 
the  country.  He  established  his  business  in  January,  1889,  prior  to 
which  he  had  had  ten  years  of  sound  experience.  He  does  every- 
thing in  the  line  of  work  that  appertains  to  his  art,  including  cabinet, 
imperial  and  card  size  photographs,  crayons,  pastel,  India  ink, 
water  color  and  oil  painting.  His  gallery,  operating  room  and  de- 
veloping room  are  stocked  with  all  the  modern  inventions.  His 
studio  is  a  neat  gallery  of  his  own  productions.  His  prices  are  low, 
his  trade  large,  his  work  satisfactory,  and  he  is  regarded  as  a  most 
exemplary  business  man.  Mr.  Prouty  is  a  native  of  Massachusetts, 
and  one  of  the  men  of  the  times,  able  and  energetic. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


W,  R.  GEDDIS,  Bookseller  and  Stationer,  No.  117  Main 
Street.— The  establishment  of  Mr.  W.  R.  Geddis  is  one  of  the  best 
and  most  popular  in  this  section  of  Brattleboro.  The  business  was 
originally  founded  in  1830  by  Mr.  Joseph  Steen,  who  was  succeeded 
in  1880  by  the  present  proprietor,  and  under  his  able  management 
the  reputation  of  the  house  has  been  maintained  at  the  highest 
point.  The  premises  occupied  are  large  and  commodious,  compris- 
ing a  salesroom  20  x  70  feet  in  area,  and  a  basement  for  the  storage 
of  goods,  etc.  The  fittings  and  appointments  are  all  of  an  attractive 
-character,  and  the  stock  of  goods  consists  of  a  full  and  complete 
.assortment  of  books,  including  works  of  history,  travel,  fiction, 
poetry,  science,  etc.,  school  requsities  of  all  kinds;  also  picture 
frames  in  great  variety,  a  fine  display  of  all  the  latest  novelties  in 
wall  paper  of  home  and  foreign  manufacture,  and  window  shades  of 
all  the  different  grades  of  material.  A  specialty  is  made  of  station- 
■ery  of  every  description,  embracing  all  kinds  of  legal  and  foolscap 
paper,  letter  and  commercial  note,  fancy  imported  paper,  pens, 
pencils,  crayons,  etc.  One  assistant  is  employed,  and  this  house  is 
justly  celebrated  for  the  prompt  and  satisfactory  fulfillment  of  all 
orders,  at  the  most  reasonable  prices.  Mr.  Geddis  is  a  native  of 
New  York,  but  has  resided  in  Vermont  for  the  past  eighteen  years. 

F.  G.  PETTEE,  Dentist,  No.  43  Main  Street.— This  establish- 
ment was  founded  originally  a  number  of  years  ago  by  Dr.  A.  L. 
Pettee,  and  in  1880  he  sold  out  the  business  to  the  present  proprietor, 
who  is  a  native  of  this  state  and  has  had  a  continuous  experience  in 
this  profession  since  1870,  and  under  his  superior  management  and 
treatment  of  patients  his  patronage  is  constantly  increasing.  He 
occupies  amply  spacious  and  commodious  rooms,  suitably  arranged 
for  office  and  operating  purposes,  and  are  fully  equipped  with  the 
latest  improved  methods  and  appliances  known  to  the  profession. 
The  use  of  anaesthetics  and  cocaine  for  the  painless  extraction  and 
filling  of  sensitive  teeth  have  proved  of  great  success  in  his  hands; 
and  decayed  teeth  are  filled  in  the  very  best  manner  with  gold,  silver 
and  other  reliable  substances,  while  discolored  teeth  and  diseased 
gums  are  also  skillfully  treated.  A  specialty  is  made  of  artificial 
teeth,  which  are  made  singly  or  in  sets  on  gold,  silver,  vulcanized 
rubber  or  porcelain  bases  in  the  most  thoroughly  artistic  style,  and 
guaranteed  as  to  fit,  comfort,  life-like  appearance  and  durability, 
while  his  prices  are  very  reasonable.  In  a  word,  all  operations  known 
to  modern  dentistry  are  executed  in  the  best  manner,  promptly  and 
satisfactorily.  Dr.  Pettee  is  an  active  and  popular  member  of 
the  Vermont  State  Dental  Association ;  also  of  the  Masonic  fraternity. 

JACOBS'  HOME  BAKERY,  No.  28  Elliot  Street.— For 
purity  and  quality  of  goods,  no  establishment  of  the  kind  in  or 
around  this  town  excels  Jacobs'  Home  Bakery,  which  is  located  at 
No.  28  Elliot  Street.  The  premises  occupied  are  large  and  commo- 
dious, including  three  floors  in  a  building  20  x  50  feet  in  dimensions, 
and  fitted  up  with  all  the  latest  appliances  and  facilities  for  the 
transaction  of  this  pax-ticular  business.  The  store  is  always  neat  and 
inviting,  and  a  large  and  first-class  assortment  is  constantly  kept  on 
hand,  comprising  delicious  and  wholesome  bread,  rolls,  buns,  plain 
and  fancy  cakes  of  all  kinds,  pies,  pastry,  fancy  goods,  etc.,  all  of 
which  are  made  fresh  every  day.  Employment  is  given  to  nine 
competent  and  experienced  assistants,  and  two  delivery  wagons  are 
run  which  supply  all  orders  in  a  superior  and  reliable  manner,  while 
popular  prices  prevail.  The  business  was  originally  founded  by  the 
proprietor  at  Bellows  Falls  in  March,  1889,  but  in  November  he  re- 
moved to  Brattleboro,  where,  from  its  inception,  the  venture  has 
proved  a  highly  gratifying  success,  an  influential  patronage  already 
having  been  built  up.  Mr.  Jacobs  is  also  engaged  in  the  tea  and 
coffee  business,  and  enjoys  a  large  and  liberal  patronage  in  these 
prime  staple  products.  He  sells  nothing  but  the  very  best  brands  of 
these  goods.    He  is  a  native  of  Vermont. 

V,  E.  YOUNG,  Choice  Groceries  and  Provisions,  Nos.  16-18 
South  Main  Street. — Mr.  F.  E.  Young  established  this  business  in  1888 
and  has  a  fine  store,  30  x  100  feet,  where  he  carries  a  full  line  of 
teas,  coffees,  butter,  eggs,  sugar,  spices,  flour,  canned,  pickled,  dried 
and  preserved  fruits,  condiments,  spices,  jellies,  flavoring  extracts 
and  all  kinds  of  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  nuts,  confections,  cigars 
tobacco,  etc.  Mr.  Young's  trade  is  lively  and  satisfactory,  both  to 
himself  and  his  patrons.  He  was  formerly  in  the  butcher  business. 
He  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  an  honored  member  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F. 


C.  F.  THOMPSON  &  CO.,  Dealers  in  Heavy  and  Shelf 
Hardware,  Etc.,  Sole  Agent  E.  Frank  Coe's  Fertilizers,  No.  123  Main 
Street.— Messrs.  C.  F.  Thompson  &  Co.  are  dealers  in  heavy  and 
shelf  hardware,  cutlery,  iron  and  steel,  nails,  glass,  carriage  hard- 
ware and  woodwork,  doors,  sashes,  lime,  cement,  plaster,  paints, 
oils,  varnishes,  brushes,  carpenters',  builders',  lock  and  black- 
smiths' tools,  vices,  saws,  planes,  jacks,  rakes,  hoes,  spades,  shovels, 
brooms,  etc.  They  are  also  sole  agents  for  E.  Frank  Coe's  fertilizers. 
This  business  was  established  in  the  same  store  in  1834,  by  Nathan  B. 
AV'illiston,  C.  F.  Thompson  of  the  present  firm  having  begun  with 
him  in  1846.  They  have  a  floor  40  x  170  feet,  and  two  floors  upstairs, 
with  altogether  a  floor  surface  of  10,000  square  feet.  They  keep 
their  paints,  oils,  etc.,  in  the  basement,  in  addition  to  which  they 
have  also  a  large  storehouse  near  the  railway  station.  They  sell 
everything  in  the  line  of  hardware.  They  employ  four  persons  and  y 
deliver  all  orders.  Their  business  is  very  extensive.  Their  store  is 
finely  arranged  and  every  article  the  best  in  market.  Mr.  Thompson 
is  a  native  of  Connecticut,  but  came  to  Vermont  when  a  young  man, 
and  is  the  president  of  the  Brattleboro  and  Whiteliall  Railway  Com- 
pany, and  treasurer  and  manager  of  the  Electric  and  Gas  Light  Co. 

P.  M.  BAKER,  Grocer,  No.  14  Main  Street.— A  neat  and 
carefully  conducted  grocery  store  is  that  of  Mr.  P.  M.  Baker. 
His  is  a  very  old  business,  having  been  established  in  1861,  by  W.  S. 
Newton,  Mr.  Baker  having  succeeded  to  the  good  will  and  trade  in 
1887.  He  has  a  roomy  store  and  basement,  where  he  carries  a  com- 
plete line  of  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  flour,  cornmeal,  tea,  coffee, 
sugar,  lard,  spices,  syrup,  molasses,  vinegar,  kerosene,  salted  flsh, 
canned,  preserved,  pickled  and  dried  fruits,  sardines,  olives,  rice, 
butter,  eggs,  cheese,  soda,  prunes,  currents,  citron,  pineapples,  cran- 
berries, lemons,  oranges,  fruits  of  all  kinds,  nuts,  peanuts,  flavoring 
extracts,  mustards,  table  sauces,  peas,  macaroni,  rolled  oats,  bird 
seed,  sage,  beans,  soaps,  perfumes,  toilet  articles,  confectionery, 
vegetables,  chocolate,  etc.  Mr.  Baker  entered  upon  his  calling  with  a 
complete  understanding  of  his  duties,  having  been  fifteen  years  in  a 
store  prior  to  embarking  in  business.  He  is  a  native  of  Brattleboro,  a 
young  man  with  all  of  the  ambition  required  to  meet  with  success. 

H.  E.  BOND,  Furnishing  Undertaker,  and  Embalmer,  Dealer 
in  Coffins,  Caskets,  Robes,  Etc.,  Warerooms,  Main  Street. —Prior  to 
the  present  mode  of  burial  in  caskets,  the  method  of  disposing  of 
the  deceased,  although  varying  in  numerous  countries,  was  chiefly 
in  the  direction  of  embalming,  wrapping  the  bodies  in  great  band- 
ages and  laying  them  in  tombs.  The  modern  method  has  all  of 
the  advantages  of  doing  away  with  the  former  liability  to  create 
disease,  the  body,  as  handled  by  Mr.  H.  E.  Bond,  of  Main  Street, 
Brattleboro,  being  usually  embalmed  and  placed  in  a  hermetically 
sealed  coffin  or  casket.  Mr.  Bond  is  a  professional  embalmer  and 
pays  every  attention  to  the  details  of  his  calling.  The  business 
was  established  in  1878,  by  J.  G.  Smith,  Mr.  Bond  succeeding  him  in 
1882.  He  employs  skilled  assistants.  He  carries  a  complete  line  of 
stock,  everything  used  in  this  calling,  and  gives  the  utmost  satisfac- 
tion in  all  of  his  duties.  This  is  a  branch  in  which  not  every  man 
can  succeed,  as  it  requires  tact  and  a  wide  knowledge  of  human 
nature  to  cope  and  contend  with  the  demands  of  relatives  and 
friends.  Mr.  Bond  deals  in  the  finest  caskets,  coffins,  robes  and 
undertakers'  goods  made,  and  has  the  respect  of  the  entire  commu- 
nity. He  is  a  man  of  upright  business  principles  and  fair  in  all  of 
his  dealings.  He  was  born  in  Vermont  and  is  an  active  member  of 
the  lodges  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  the  I.  O.  O.  F. 

HENRY  R.  BROWN,  Livery  Stable,  No.  80  Elliot  Street.— 
There  is  without  doubt  no  more  popular  livery  stable  in  Brattleboro, 
than  the  one  conducted  by  Henry  R.  Brown.  He  established  his 
business  in  1888,  and  has  three  barns:  one  64  x  23  feet;  one 30x60 
feet,  and  one  60  x  70  feet.  He  keeps  twenty  fine  roadsters  for  livery 
purposes,  and  excellently  groomed  they  are,  too,  while  his  harnesses, 
bridles,  saddles,  robes,  blankets  and  rugs  and  carriages  are  sent  out 
in  spick  and  span  order.  He  keeps  everything  in  first-class  shape, 
and  employs  competent  grooms  and  drivers.  Mr.  Brown  has  been 
but  two  years  in  this  business,  but  he  is  fast  building  up  a  heavy 
trade.  For  eight  years,  he  worked  in  the  carpenter  shop  of  an  organ 
manufactory,  but  that  did  not  seem  to  suit  his  tastes  and  inclina- 
tions. His  mind  was  fixed  on  horses  and  in  that  line  of  business  he 
was  bent  upon  entering.  His  choice  was  wise,  as  may  be  seen  in  bis 
success,  and  he  is  winning  his  way  to  i)ermanent  prosperity.' 


BRxiTTLEBORO,     VERMONT. 


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AliVIN  KNAPP,  Dentist,  Hooker  Block,  Main  Street.— Tliere 
are  but  few,  if  any,  among  the  dental  practitioners  in  this  section  of 
the  state,  who  sustain  a  higher  reputation  for  skill  and  reliability 
than  Dr.  Alvin  Knapp,  of  Brattleboro.  The  doctor  is  a  native  of  Ver- 
mont and  at  an  early  age  began  the  study  of  this  important  and 
interesting  profession,  and  after  graduating  with  distinctive  honors 
at  the  Michigan  Dental  College,  and  the  College  of  Medicine,  Fort 
Wayne,  he  established  himself  in  business  in  Ohio  in  1878,  and  after 
remaining  there  for  four  years  he  went  to  Indiana  and  resumed  his 
practice,  but  returned  to  Brattleboro  in  1884  and  founded  his  present 
establishment,  and  at  once  developed  a  very  large  and  influential 
patronage  derived  principally  from  among  our  most  influential  and 
refined  families.  His  office  and  rooms  are  located  on  the  second 
floor,  are  easy  of  access,  spacious  and  very  neatly  and  appropriately 
appointed.  All  the  latest  improved  appliances,  devises  and  methods 
known  to  the  profession  are  to  be  found  in  actual  use  in  his  operating 
rooms,  and  the  use  of  the  different  anaesthetics,  and  cocaine  have 
proved  of  great  success  in  his  hands  in  the  painless  extraction  of 
teeth.  Discolored  teeth  and  diseased  gums  are  treated  most  suc- 
cessfully.   We  commend  Dr.  Knapp  to  all  in  need  of  his  services. 


SCOTT  &  JONES,  Groceries,  Vegetables,  Fruit,  Crockery, 
Glassware,  Lamps,  Etc.,  No.  49  Main  Street.— The  reliable  grocerj- 
houses  of  Brattleboro  include  the  store  of  Messrs.  F.  Scott  and  C.  K. 
Jones,  of  No.  49  Main  Street.  Both  are  natives  of  Vermont.  They 
established  their  business  in  1888  and  have  a  fine  store,  20  x  100  feet, 
with  large  basement,  and  a  stock  of  excellent  goods  that  fill  their 
rooms,  counters,  shelves  and  show-cases  from  top  to  bottom.  Thej' 
deal  in  groceries,  teas,  coffees,  sugar,  spices,  flour,  butter,  eggs, 
cheese,  meal,  rice,  canned,  pickled,  dried  and  preserved  fruits, 
sauces,  flavoring  extracts,  prunes,  cranberries,  sardines,  syrup,  mo- 
lasses, vinegar,  kerosene,  nuts,  confections,  soda,  tobacco,  cigars, 
fruits,  pineapples,  citron,  lemons,  oranges,  bananas,  sweet  potatoes, 
cabbage,  beets,  country  produce,  crockery,  dinner  and  tea  sets, 
glassware,  lamps,  household  goods,  etc.  They  deliver  all  purchases 
and  enjoy  a  high-class  patronage.  Mr.  Scott  was  engaged  with  his 
father  in  the  grocery  business,  from  1875  to  1886,  and  for  two  years 
was  in  Nebraska,  in  the  milk  business.  Mr.  Jones  was  formerly  in 
grocery  business  at  West  Brattleboro  and  also  a  commercial  trav- 
eler for  the  Estey  Organ  Company.  Messrs.  Scott  and  Jones  deal  m 
the  choicest  commodities  in  their  line  and  are  held  in  great  respect. 


Industries  and  Wealth  of 
BELLOWS  FALLS. 


ELLOWS    FALLS    is  a   prominent    manufacturing  village  in    the    town    of    Rockingham,    and 
is,    next   to     Brattleboro,    which     lies     in     the    southeast   corner   of   the   state,    the    largest 
village    in     Windham     County.       This    county   covers    an    area   of    780   square     miles   and 
is   bounded    on    the    north    by   Windsor    County,    on    the    east    by    Connecticut     River,    which 
separates   it   from    Cheshire    County,    N.  H.,    south     by    Hampshire    Count}',    Mass.,    and    west 
by    Bennington    County.       This   county   was   incorporated  under  the  name  of  Cumberland,    Feb. 
II,    1789.       Newfane,    lying    near    the    center,    is    the     county    seat.       The    county   buildings 
are   located   at    J'ayetteville,    a    flourishing  village   in    Newfane.       The 


TOWN   OF   ROCKINGHAM 

is  in  the  northeast  corner  of  Windham  county  and  is  bounded  north  by  Springfield,  east  by 
Connecticut  River,  which  separates  it  from  Charlestown,  N.  H.,  south  by  Westminister,  and  west 
by  Grafton.  It  lies  eighty-five  miles  from  Montpelier,  twenty-two  from  Windsor  and  twenty-five 
from  Brattleboro.  It  was  chartered  December,  28,  1752,  and  contained  24,955  acres.  The 
settlement  of  the  township  was  commenced  in  1753,  by  Moses  Wright,  Joel  Bigelow,  and  Sim- 
eon Knight,  who  emigrated  from  Massachusetts.  About  the  year  1760  the  town  was  organized, 
and  the  first  town  clerk  was  Joshua  Webb,  and  he  and  John  Roundy  were  the  first  representa- 
tives. But  very  little  is  known  of  the  early  history  of  this  town.  The  attention  of  the  first 
settlers  was  principally  directed  to  fishing  for  salmon  and  shad,  which  were  then  taken  in 
great  abundance  from  Bellows  falls.  For  this  reason,  agriculture  was  for  many  years  much 
neglected,    and   the    settlement   advanced   very   slowly. 

THE   VILLAGE   OF   BELLOWS   FALLS, 

situated  in  the  southeastern  part  of  the  township  on  the  bank  of  the  Connecticut  at  ''Bellows 
falls,"   is    a   pleasant    and    thriving   manufacturing    village.       Being   situated    at    the    junction     of    the 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


Sullivan,  D.  &  H.  R.,  Fitchburg  and  Vermont  Valley  R.  R.  it  has  the  advantage  of  excellent 
railroad  facilities.  The  whole  descent  of  the  river  at  these  falls  is  forty-two  feet.  The 
breadth  of  the  river  above  the  falls  is  from  sixteen  to  twenty-two  rods.  At  the  falls  a  large 
rock    divides    the    stream    into    two    channels,    each     about     ninety    feet    wide.       When     the    water     is 


Thf.  Sqi'ake. 


low  the  eastern  appears  to  be  crossed  by  a  bar  of  solid  rock,  and  the  whole  river  flows  into 
the  western  channel,  where  it  is  contracted  to  a  narrow  channel  and  flows  with  great  rapidity. 
In  1785  Col.  Enoch  Hale  erected  a  bridge  over  the  Connecticut  at  these  falls.  Its  length 
was  365  feet,  and  it  was  supported  in  the  middle  by  the  great  rock  mentioned  above.  Till 
1796    this   was   the   only   bridge    across    the    Connecticut. 


BELLOWS     FA  L  I>  S  ,     V  E  II  M  O  X  T  , 


129 


Ait\t 


Bridge  Street. 


MANUFACTURES. 

The  situation  of  Bellows  Falls  village .  is  admirable  for  manufacturing  purposes ;  being  sup- 
plied with  abundant  water  power  and  having  excellent  railroad  facilities,  nothing  else  was  needed 
but  capital,  brains,  and  skill  to  make  a  successful  manufacturing  center  here,  and  that  these 
elements  have  been  employed  here  is  shown  in  the  various  enterprises  that  have  been  carried 
on  so  successfully  for  many  years.  The  amount  of  capital  invested  in  manufacturing  and  other 
business  enterprises  is  enormous;  the  energy,  practical  knowledge  and  industrial  "skill  exhibited 
in  their  management  and  operation  are  of  the  highest  order.  But  great  as  is  the  present  out- 
come of  the  splendid  resources  on  hand,  the  development  of  these  is  still  in  its  infancy. 
Every  year  is  adding  to  the  aggregation  of  capital  that  here  finds  profitable  investment,  and  to 
the  army  of  skilled  artisans  that  here  find  ample  wage  for  their  deft  hands.  The  diversity  of 
the    manufacturing   interests    represented    is    remarkable,    and   covers    a   wide    range   -of    productions. 


130  INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 

There  are  seven  companies  here  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  paper.  This  industry  is  one 
of  the  earliest  and  at  the  present  day  one  of  the  most  prosperous  of  American  industries,  and 
in  its  history  are  embodied  many  features  incident  to  the  rise  and  development  of  theif  indus- 
trial pursuits.  The  manufacture  of  paper  even  after  the  war  of  the  Revolution,  though  eman- 
cipated from  the  claims  imposed  upon  it  by  British  policy,  did  not  flourish,  and  for  many  years 
especially  for  the  finer  grades  we  were  compelled  to  look  to  Europe  for  our  supply.  Even- 
tually however,  during  the  last  quarter  of  a  century  through  the  energy,  enterprise,  and  ability 
of  our  manufacturers,  paper  is  produced  in  the  United  States  fully  equal  if  not  superior  to  the 
finest  productions  of  France  and  England.  Bellows  Falls  is  fortunate  in  having  so  many  com- 
panies engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  this  important  article  of  merchandise,  a  specialty  being 
made  of  "  tissue  manilla."  The  village  also  has  a  book  bindery,  a  bakery,  and  a  laundry. 
Carriages  are  manufactured  here,  also  harnesses,  cabinet  ware  and  furniture,  agricultural  imple- 
ments   and    dairy   fixtures,    evaporators,    sash,    doors    and   blinds,    scythe   snaths   and   cigars. 

The    village   has    one     National     Bank    with     a    capital     stock    of    $110,000,    and    one    savings 
bank. 


BELLOWS   FALLS  AS  A   HOME. 

This  is  a  delightful  place  in  which  to  make  a  home.  The  people  are  remarkable  for 
their  enterprise  and  industry,  as  well  as  culture  and  refinement.  Nothing  is  truer  than  that 
surroundings  reflect  the  character  of  those  upon  whom  they  depend.  With  rich  deposits  of 
marble,  granite,  lime-stone,  slate,  etc.  embedded  in  the  earth,  with  fish  in  the  river,  and  feath- 
ered songsters  in  the  air,  with  fertile  soil  and  grassy  slope  and  clime  that  blended  the  best  of 
every  clime  in  one,  the  fair  domain  waited  in  perfection  of  repose  until  a  people  with  resources 
to  match  came  "  on  purpose "  and  to  stay.  It  has  been  said  that  Vermont  is  a  fine  place 
to  emigrate  from,  but  the  prosperous,  intelligent  and  refined  inhabitants  of  some  of  her  beauti- 
ful villages  will  say  it  is  also  a  delightful  place  to  live.  This  sentiment,  we  are  sure,  will  be 
echoed  by  many  residents  of  the  pleasantly  located  village  of  Bellows  Falls,  which  is  self-con- 
tained and  complete  in  all  those  things  that  make  life  rational  and  worth  the  living.  The 
village  has  a  number  of  private  residences  framed  by  cultivated  lawns  and  manifold  signs  of 
prosperity  are  matched  by  the  countless  symbols  of  intc"'  ;ence,  culture,  and  refinement  that 
rise  on  every  hand.  These  with  pure  air  and  water,  good  gas,  electricity  and  the  telephone, 
schools,  churches,  libraries,  with  Boston  and  New  York  easily  accessible,  what  more  can  a  ra- 
tional man  want  in  an  abiding  place  ?  The  attention  given  by  the  people  of  Bellows  Falls  to 
education  and  the  ample  provision  they  have  made  for  it  are  commensurate  with  the  importance 
that  has  always  attached  to  it  throughout  the  state.  The  graded  school  system  is  in  vogue 
and  is  in  charge  of  a  competent  committee.  The  schools  are  carefully  graded,  presided-  over 
by  earnest,  and  thoroughly  qualified  teachers,  and  are  well  attended  and  generously  maintained. 
The  school  buildings  are  modern  in  design  and  furnished  with  the  most  approved  apparatus 
and    accommodations    adequate    to   the    requirements    of    the    school    population. 

A  New  England  village  destitute  of  church  organization  would,  indeed,  be  an  anomaly, 
but  this  intelligent  and  thriving  village  does  not  present  it.  There  are  five  religious  denomina- 
tions represented  here  that  have  reared  their  altars  of  worship.  In  point  of  architectural 
beauty  and  interior  appointments  the  most  of  these  church  buildings  will  compare  favorably 
with  similar  edifices  in  any  village  of  equal  size  in  the  state.  This  pleasant  village  possesses 
many  advantages  as  a  place  of  residence,  to  the  capitalist  anxious  to  invest  his  money  and  to 
the  working  man,  who,  after  the  toils  of  the  day  are  over  desires  to  take  his  rest  in  a  home 
rather  than  a  crowded  tenement  house.  If  beauty  of  situation,  benefits  of  unexcelled  business 
opportunity,  health,  wealth  and  happiness  are  attractions  in  a  place  of  residence,  our  readers 
may  be   assured   that   Bellows    Falls   possesses   them   all. 


BELLOWS  FALLS,  VERMONT. 


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the:  VERMONT  FARm  MACHINE  CO.,  Engines, 
Boilers,  and  a  Full  Line  of  Creamery  and  Dairy  Supplies,  Improved 
Sap  and  Cider  Evaporators. — There  are  no  improvements  of  more 
interest  to  the  general  public  than  those  which  minister  directly  to  the 
health,  happiness  and  the  comforts  of  the  household.  In  the  manu- 
facture of  that  class  of  articles  the  Vermont   Farm  Machine  Com- 


pany, of  Bellows  Falls,  occupies  a  commanding  position  in  the  trade 
throughout  the  country.  This  company  was  incorporated  in  1873, 
and  is  officered  as  follows,  viz.:  W.  P.  Williams,  president;  James  B. 
Williams,  vice-president;  N.  G.  Williams,  secretary,  treasurer  and 
manager.  The  works  are  located  on  the  Island  near  the  union  depot, 
and  includes  a  four-story  and  L  brick  building  355  x  60  feet,  making 
it  the  largest  manufactory  of  dairy  implements  in  the  world.  The 
company  are  manufacturers  of  the  Cooley  Creamer,  the  Davis 
Swing  Churn,  the  Improved  Eureka  Butter  Worker,  the  Skinner 
Butter  Worker,  the  Nesbitt  Self-Gauging  Butter  Printer,  Improved 
Sap  and  Cider  Evaporators,  the  Pneumatic  Fruit  Dryer,  as  well  as 
engines,  boilers  and  a  full  line  of  creamery  and  dairy  supplies. 
"  Vermont  Butter  "  takes  precedence  everywhere,  and  Vermonters 
undoubtedly  surpass  the  world  in  producing  this  indispensable  arti- 
cle of  food.  Any  improvement  in  making  it,  whether  in  the  saving  of 
labor  or  improving  the  quality,  has  always  received  the  careful 
attention  of  Vermont  dairymen;  hence  their  success.  The  Cooley 
Creamer  is  a  new  process  of  raising  the  cream,  and  its  success  is 
shown  by  the  following  premiums  and  testimonials :  The  Gold  Medal 
at  Paris  Exposition,  1889.  The  highest  prize  at  the  Royal  Agricultural 
Exhibition,  held  in  London,  Eng.,  in  1879,  was  awarded  to  butter  made 
by  the  Cooley  process.  It  won  the  highest  award  at  the  International 
Dairy  Fair,  held  in  New  York  City,  1878,  against  eighty  competitors, 
Cooley  creamery  butter  has  won  the  first  premiums  at  the  state  fair 
of  Michigan,  Wisconsin,  Iowa,  Illinois,  Minnesota,  New  York,  Dela- 
ware and  Vermont,  and  receives  the  preference  of  critical  judges 
everywhere.  The  Cooley  Creamer  and  its  products  have  been 
awarded  twenty-two  gold  medals  and  many  silver  medals.  The 
Cooley  process,  so  justly  celebrated,  submerges  the  milk  beneath 
the  water  and  has  many  advantages  over  all  others,  including 
the  fact  that  it  requires  no  milk  room,  rai.ses  all  cream  be- 
tween milkings,  affords  better  ventilation,  requires  less  labor,  is 
more  thoroughly  made,  keeps  out  all  dust,  impure  gases  and  flies, 
and  makes  more  butter.  It  soon  pays  for  itself  in  every  dairy.  The 
creamers  are  made  in  four  sizes  or  styles  to  meet  the  wants  of  all 
dairymen  or  factories.  Parties  thinking  of  starting  a  creamery 
should  write  to  this  company  for  lis^  of  apparatus  of  any  capacity, 
plans  and  specifications  of  creamery  buildings,  by-laws  and  any 
other  information  desired  regarding  the  business,  which  is  always 
cheerfully  given.  The  Davis  Swing  churn  manufactured  by  this  com- 
pany belongs  to  the  class  known  as  oscillating  chums;  is  simple  in 


construction,  and  offered  at  a  very  low  price.  The  demand  for  a  bet- 
ter grade  of  butter  calls  attention  to  the  fact  that  the  quality  de- 
pends very  much  upon  the  churn  in  which  it  is  made.  The  advan- 
tages claimed  for  the  churn  are,  among  others,  that  it  has  no  floats 
or  inside  gear  which  mash  the  butter  globules  and;  destroy  its  grain ; 
no  corner  in  which  the  cream  can  lodge,  to  be  washed  into  the  but- 
termilk, and  lost  when  the  butter  separates.  The  butter 
gathers  in  beautiful  granules,  is  never  salvy,  but  in  the 
best  possible  condition  for  washing  inthe  chum  with  cold 
water  or  brine.  This  churn  has  received  premiums  or 
medals  at  the  Provincial  Exhibition  at  Guelph,  Canada ; 
the  Virginia  State  Fair,  New  Jersey  State  Fair,  New  Eng- 
land Fair,  Western  New  York  Fair,  Pennsylvania  State 
Fair,  Massachusetts  Charitable  Mechanics  Fair,  North 
Carolina  State  Fair  and  elsewhere.  The  Eureka  Butter 
AVorker  is  a  great  improvement  over  the  old  method  of 
pressing  the  buttermilk  and  brine  out  of  butter,  and  for 
putting  it  in  shape  for  market.  The  worker  is  built  in 
the  most  thorough  manner,  and  is  so  simple  that  its  cost 
is  extremely  low.  It  gives  a  gentle,  even  pressure,  works 
rapidly,  mixes  the  salt  thoroughly  and  evenly  and  gives 
perfect  satisfaction .  For  working  over  store  butter  of  any 
color  or  grade,  and  bringing  it  to  a  uniform  color  and 
quality,  it  has  no  superior.  The  Improved  Maple  Sap  and 
Sorghum  Evaporators  have  proved  superior  to  any  other 
pan  on  the  market.  The  company  secured  the  right  to 
manufacture  under  the  Cook  and  Corey  patents,  and 
combining  with  these  the  Williams  and  Butler  patents, 
they  are  enabled  to  offer  an  evaporator  unequaled  by 
any  on  the  market  for  economy  of  fuel  and  fine  product. 
It  is  well  known  that  maple  sugar,  to  be  clear  and  white, 
should  be  converted  into  sugar  as  soon  and  rapidly  as 
possible.  The  dark,  unsalable  maple  sugar  is  the  result 
of  poor  appliances  for  making.  Long  boiling  injures  the  quality 
of  sugar.  Thirty  minutes  from  the  time  the  sap  enters  the  evapora- 
tor should  be  all  the  time  required  to  run  off  good  heavy  syrup. 
Some  make  sugar  in  this  way  as  white  as  granulated,  and  the  amount 
some  report  to  have  made  in  a  certain  time,  with  a  great  saving  of 
time  and  fuel,  seems  remarkable.  This  evaporator  serves  equally 
well  for  making  syrup  of  sorghum.  Also  in  seasons  when  apples  are 
abundant,  great  saving  can  be  made  by  condensing  sweet  cider  into 
jelly.  This  apple  jelly  is  something  delicious,  and  is  easily  and 
profitably  made  by  the  evaporator.  The  Pr.sumatic  Fruit  Dryer 
is  another  important  specialty  of  this  company,  and  is  recognized 
as  taking  the  lead  wherever  introduced.  At  the  Pennsylvania  State 
Fair  the  leading  fruit  dryers  made  in  the  United  States  were  put  to 
a  practical  test,  resulting  in  the  award  of  the  first  premium  to  the 
Vermont  Farm  Machine  Company,  their  Pneumatic  Fruit  Dryer  dry- 
ing the  fruit  faster  and  with  less  fuel  than  all  the  others.  These 
dryers  are  portable,  and  can  be  used  in  the  kitchen,  orchard,  porch, 
cellar  or  any  convenient  place.  It  is  the  only  dryer  in  which  the 
heat  passes  three  times  across  the  furnace.  They  are  in  great  and 
growing  demand  in  the  West  Indies,  South  America  and  other  coun- 
tries producing  tropical  fruits.  This  company  also  manufacture  the 
Curtis  Improved  Bottle  Washer,  the  Surprise  Churn,  Perfection 
Patent  Gate,  the  Cooley  Improved  Square  Box  Factory  Churn,  the 
Skinner  Butter  Worker,  the  Improved  Philadelphia  Butter  Worker, 
Mason's  Improved  Power  Butter  Worker,  Rice's  Power  Butter 
Worker,  the  Eureka  Butter  Printer,  Nesbitt's  Patent  Self-Gauging 
Butter  Presses,  Cream  Tempering  Vats,  Creamery  Ice  Vats,  Gard- 
ner Vertical  Engines,  Excelsior  Portable  Engines,  Bryant's  Improved 
Automatic  High  Speed  Safety  Engine,  Acme  Automatic  Safety  En- 
gine, Combined  Vertical  Engines  and  Boilers,  Triumph  Feed 
Steamer,  the  Eureka  Boiler  or  Steam  Feed  Cooker,  cream  and  milk 
transportation  cans,  dairy  salt  and  general  supplies  for  the  dairy. 
The  company  issue  descriptive  and  illustrated  catalogues  of  their 
products,  and  mail  them  to  all  applicants.  Their  improvements  have 
practically  revolutionized  the  dairy  business  of  the  country,  and 
their  products  supplant  all  similar  articles  wherever  introduced  and 
tested.  The  officers  and  managers  of  the  company  are  true  types  of 
American  enterprise  and  modern  manufacturing  progress,  and 
they  have  won  their  pre-eminence  in  the  world  by  honestly  deserv- 
ing it,  and  the  success  of  the  company  under  their  able  management 
is  assured. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


Eugene:  S.  I.E0NARI>,  insurance  Agent.— Protection  is 
one  of  tlie  fundamental  principles  of  man's  existence,  whether  the 
law  applies  to  life  or  property.  More  than  that,  it  is  the  duty  of 
every  man  to  look  out  for  the  future  and  avoid  any  possible  future 
wants  of  his  family  that  might  arise  from  his  own  death  or  loss  by 
fire.  The  sole  protector  in  this  case  is  insurance,  a  line  of  business 
in  which  Eugene  S.  Leonard  is  engaged  in  Bellows  Falls.  His  busi- 
ness was  established  in  1875  by  L.  S.  Hayes,  Mr.  Leonard  succeeding 
him  January  1,  1890.  He  has  fine  offices  fronting  the  square,  oppo- 
site the  Louis  Hotel.  His  is  the  largest  insurance  agency  here,  and 
at  the  same  time  he  represents  twenty-seven  of  the  largest  companies 
in  the  world,  including  life,  fire  and  accident  associations.  The 
names  of  his  companies  follow:  German  American,  of  New  York; 
^tna,  of  Hartford;  Continental,  of  New  York;  Hartford,  of  Hart- 
ford; Niagara,  of  New  York;  PhcEnix,  of  Hartford:  Fire  Associa- 
tion, of  Philadelphia;  National,  of  Hartford;  Phenix,  of  Brooklyn, 
Insurance  Co.  of  North  America,  of  Philadelphia;  Springfield  Fire 
and  Marine,  of  Springfield;  Lancashire,  of  Manchester,  Eng.;  Liver- 
pool and  London  and  Globe,  of  England;  Imperial,  of  London,  Eng.; 
North  British  and  Mercantile  of  England;  American,  of  New  York; 
Sun  Fire,  of  London,  Eng. ;  Northern,  of  London,  Eng. ;  Queen,  of 
Liverpool,  Eng.;  New  Hampshire  Insurance  Co.,  of  Manchester,  N. 
H.;  Granite  State,  of  Portsmouth.  N.  H.;  People's  Insurance  Co.,  of 
Manchester,  N.  H. ;  New  England,  of  Rutland,  Vt. ;  Fitchbnrg 
Mutual,  of  Fitchburg,  Mass. ;  Union  Mutual,  Montpelier,  Vt. ;  New 
York  Life,  of  New  York;  National  Life,  of  Montpelier,  Vt.;  Travel- 
ers Accident  Co.,  of  Hartford;  Lloyd's  Plate  Glass  Insurance  Co.; 
American  Steam  Boiler  Insurance  Co.  Prior  to  Mr.  Leonard's  suc- 
cession to  this  business  he  had  been  in  the  line  of  underwriting  sev- 
eral years,  having  established  offices  in  February,  1887.  His  thor- 
ough capabilities  to  conduct  the  affairs  of  his  profession  were  most 
generously  set  forth  in  a  a  public  letter  of  endorsement  published  by 
Mr.  Hayes,  January  1,  1890,  when  he  informed  his  patrons  that  he 
had  sold  all  of  his  local  insurance  business  to  Mr.  Leonard.  He 
characterized  his  successor  as  entitled  to  the  greatest  confidence, 
and  assured  his  former  patrons  that  Mr.  Leonard  would  fully  pro- 
tect their  interests  with  fidelity.  Mr.  Leonard's  career  has  proven 
that  that  confidence  was  not  misplaced.  He  is  a  man  of  most  exem- 
plary principles,  a  native  of  Chester,  Vt.,  and  has  high  family  con- 
nections. 

H.  M.  AmADON,  Watches,  Jewelry,  Etc.— The  custom  of 
adorning  the  person  with  precious  metals  and  rare  gems  has  been 
handed  down  to  us  from  the  remotest  periods  known  to  history,  and 
at  the  present  day  there  is  nothing  manufactured  or  so  eagerly 
sought  after  and  in  which  there  is  so  great  and  charming  a  variety 
as  in  rich  and  beautiful  jewelry.  A  deservedly  well  patronized,  rep- 
resentative and  thoroughly  reliable  house  engaged  in  this  trade  in 
Bellows  Falls,  well  worthy  of  more  than  passing  mention  in  these 
pages  in  consequence  of  its  first-class  stock  of  goods  and  honorable 
business  record,  is  that  of  3Ir.  Henry  M.  Amadon,  dealer  in  watches, 
clocks  and  jewelry.  This  popular  establishment  was  founded  origi- 
nally in  1884  by  the  present  proprietor  who  is  a  native  of  Bellows 
Falls,  and  is  a  thoroughly  experienced  and  practical  man  in  every 
branch  of  the  trade,  having  been  engaged  in  it  continuously  ever 
since  he  was  a  boy.  From  the  start  he  developed  a  very  large  and 
influential  trade,  such  as  fittingly  illustrates  what  may  be  accom- 
plished by  close  attention  to  the  wants  of  patrons,  handling  only  A 
No.  1  goods,  executing  first-class  work  and  adhering  to  strictly  hon- 
orable dealings.  His  store  is  of  ample  dimensions,  compactly  ar- 
ranged and  very  neatly  and  attractively  appointed,  and  provided 
with  eviry  convenience  for  the  advantageous  display  of  this  valuable 
and  elegant  assortment  of  goods.  The  stock  carried  embraces  a 
fine  assortment  of  gold  and  silver  watches  of  the  best  American  and 
European  manufacture,  rare  and  precious  gems  mounted  in  the 
most  exquisite  and  unique  styles;  wedding,  engagement  and  souve- 
nir rings,  ear  rings,  pendants,  brooches,  necklaces,  bracelets,  ban- 
gles, watch  chains,  chatelaines,  charms,  lockets  and  seals,  shawl, 
scarf  and  lace  pins;  collar  and  cuff  buttons,  shirt  studs,  gold  pens 
and  pencils;  also  novelties  in  gold,  silver,  bronze  and  brass;  French, 
Swiss  and  American  clocks  of  every  description ;  solid  gold,  silver 
and  plated  wares;  eyeglasses,  lenses,  spectacles  and  other  optical 
goods,  etc.  These  goods  have  been  selected  with  great  care,  and  are 
unsurpassed  in  quality,  elegance  of  design  and  workmans  hip,  while 


the  prices  are  very  low,  and  each  article  is  guaranteed  to  be  as  rep- 
resented. A  specialty  is  the  repairing  of  fine  watches,  clocks  and 
jewelry,  to  which  the  proprietor  devotes  his  personal  attention,  and 
all  work  done  here  is  guaranteed  to  give  perfect  satisfaction.  Mr. 
Amadon  is  a  young  man  of  enterprise,  superior  business  ability  and 
very  courteous  in  his  manner.  He  is  reliable,  prompt,  and  is  held  in 
high  esteem  by  all  with  whom  he  has  any  dealings. 


F.  S.  ANDREWS,  Druggist,  Bellows  Falls  Drug  Store. -An 
occupation  of  pre-eminent  importance  to  every  community,  and 
requiring  not  only  trained  skill  but  long  experience,  is  that  of  the 
pharmacist  or  druggist.  It  is  one  which  is  among  the  first  called 
upon  to  alleviate  the  ills  and  ailments  of  the  human  system,  and  is 
the  principal  ally  of  the  physician  to  restore  the  sick  to  former 
health.  A  highly  prosperous,  prominent  and  ably  conducted  house 
devoted  to  this  important  business  in  Bellows  Falls,  maintaining  a 
well-merited  high  reputation  for  handling  none  but  absolutely  pure 
goods  and  efficient,  trustworthy  management,  is  that  of  Mr.  F.  S. 
Andrews,  proprietor  of  the  Bellows  Falls  Drug  Store.  This  popular 
concern  was  founded  originally  in  1873,  by  Messrs.  H.  H.  and  S.  M. 
Davis,  who  were  succeeded  by  Messrs.  Mitchell  Brothers,  and  in  1889 
it  passed  into  the  control  of  the  present  proprietor,  Mr.  Andrews, 
who  is  a  native  of  Essex,  Essex  County,  Mass.,  and  has  had  a  con- 
tinuous practical  experience  in  this  profession  since  1870.  He  occu- 
pies spacious  and  commodious  premises  comprising  a  store  and  base- 
ment. The  store  is  very  tastefully  and  appropriately  appointed  in 
the  latest  modern  style,  and  provided  with  every  convenience, 
among  the  equipments  being  a  handsome  soda  water  fountain,  also 
a  special  department  provided  for  the  prompt  and  accurate  com- 
pounding of  physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  recipes,  at  all 
hours  of  the  day  or  night  under  the  direct  supervision  of  the  pro- 
prietor. The  stock  carried  embraces  a  full  and  complete  assortment 
of  absolutely  pure  and  fresh  drugs  and  chemicals,  all  of  standard 
quality;  extracts,  tinctures  and  pharmaceutical  preparations  of  his 
own  superior  production;  all  proprietary  remedies  of  well-known 
merit  and  reputation,  besides  several  remedies  of  his  own  that  are 
noted  for  their  efficacy,  such  as  cough  syrup,  Andrews'  liver  pills, 
etc.;  the  latest  novelties  in  druggists'  fancy  goods,  toilet  articles, 
perfumery,  foreign  and  domestic  mineral  waters;  physicians'  and 
surgeons'  requisites,  druggists'  sundries,  in  fact,  everything  usually 
found  in  a  well  regulated  drug  store.  Order  and  system  prevail,  po- 
lite service  is  promptly  accorded  to  patrons  by  intelligent  assistants 
and  prices  are  always  just  and  reasonable.  Mr.  Andrews  is  a  cour- 
teous, refined  and  enterprising  gentleman,  cautious,  reliable  and 
exact  in  his  profession. 


FAIRBANK  &  liABAREE,  Plumbing,  Steam  and  Hot 
Water  Heating.  —The  best  inventive  genius  of  this  century  has  been 
employed  in  the  perfection  of  methods  for  heating  buildings,  both 
public  and  private,  and  each  year  has  shown  a  marked  advance  in 
this  respect.  Among  those  who  are  familiar  with  the  latest  improved 
methods  that  have  been  recently  introduced,  and  who  have  made  the 
subject  of  steam  and  hot  water  heating  a  study,  there  are  none  in 
this  section  more  capable  or  efficient  than  Messrs.  Fairbank  & 
Labaree,  who  have  had  many  years'  practical  experience  and  are 
highly  recommended  by  architects  and  builders.  The  business  was 
established  by  Messrs.  F.  P.  Hadley  and  A.  H.  and  F.  H.  Brown, 
and  the  present  firm  was  formed  in  1888.  The  premises  occupied 
comprise  a  store  and  basement  20  x  90  feet  in  dimensions,  with  a 
large  workshop  in  the  rear.  The  firm  make  contracts  and  furnish 
plans  for  heating  and  plumbing  buildings  both  public  and  private, 
furnishing  all  necessary  materials,  and  executing  the  work  upon 
scientific  principles  in  the  best  and  most  substantial  manner.  A 
large  stock  of  stoves,  ranges,  heaters  and  furnaces  are  kept  con- 
stantly on  hand,  and  also  a  full  line  of  tin,  iron  and  copper  ware. 
An  efficient  force  of  help  is  employed.  Their  plumbing  and  hot 
water  heating  work  is  done  in  eastern  Vermont  and  western  New 
Hampshire.  Mr.  E.  C.  Fairbank  is  a  native  of  Grafton,  Vt.,  and  has 
had  sixteen  years'  experience  in  the  business.  3Ir.  C.  AV.  Labaree  is 
a  native  of  Springfield,  Vt.,  and  attends  to  contract  and  general  office 
work.  Both  gentlemen  are  young  and  enterprising  business  men 
and  are  well  and  favorably  known  to  the  trade  and  in  social  circles 
throughout  this  section. 


BELLOWS  FALLS,  VEKMONT. 


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DANIEL  D.  HOWARD,  Dealer  in  Boots  and  Shoes,  Gents' 
Furnishings,  Hats,  Trunks,  Bags  and  Umbrellas,  Shoes,  Clothing  and 
Shirts  to  Order.— This  popular  emporium  of  fashion  was  founded  orig- 
inally in  1882  by  Messrs.  Howard  &  Goodrich,  and  was  conducted  by 
them  with  a  single  change  in  its  title  until  1889,  when  it  passed  into 
the  control  of  the  present  proprietor.  The  spacious  premises  are 
commodious  and  admirably  arranged  into  separatedepartments.fltted 
up  in  a  very  appropriate  manner,  with  every  convenience  for  the 
advantageous  display  of  the  largeand  varied  assortment  of  goods  con- 
stantly on  hand.  The  stock  is  full  and  complete  and  embraces  the 
entire  out-fittings  for  men,  youths,  and  boys  from  head  to  foot,  such 
as  the  best  grades  of  hand  and  machine  made  boots,  shoes,  gaiters, 
and  other  novelties  in  foot-wear,  the  latest  correct  styles  of  hats  and 
caps,  fine  white  and  fancy  colored  dress  shirts,  negligee  flannel 
shirts,  collars  and  cuffs;  underwear  of  all  weights,  sizes  and  styles, 
gloves,  hosiery,  latest  novelties  in  neckwear,  etc.  Hats,  caps  and 
clothing  to  order  is  made  up  from  the  very  best  materials  by  skilled 
designers  and  workmen  in  the  very  latest  fashionable  styles.  The 
stock  also  includes  a  fine  line  of  vaUses,  satchels,  bags,  umbrellas, 
canes  and  traveling  outfits.  A  specialty  of  the  house  is  the  manu- 
facture of  fine  boots,  shoes,  clothing,  and  dress  shirts  to  order  at  the 
shortest  notice  in  the  very  latest  fashions  and  seasonable  styles,  and 
satisfaction  is  guaranteed  as  to  fit,  finish,  elegance  and  flrst-class 
workmanship,  while  prices  are  the  most  reasonable.  Mr.  Howard  is 
a  native  of  Benson,  this  state,  and  a  resident  here  for  many  years. 

N.  n.  FARR,  Livery,  Board  and  Feed  Stable,  Bridge  Street. 
— This  well-known  establishment  has  been  in  existence  for  many 
years  and  is  a  veritable  landmark,  it  was  conducted  for  a  long 
time  by  Mr.  C.  W.  Towns,  and  in  1886  it  passed  into  the  control  of 
the  present  proprietor,  who  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  but  has 
resided  here  since  18.37.  He  is  an  acknowledged  authority  on  all  mat- 
ters pertaining  to  the  selection,  training,  care  and  treatment  of  the 
noble  animal.  His  stable  is  spacious,  commodious  and  admirably 
fitted  up  with  special  reference  to  the  business,  well  lighted,  properly 
ventilated  and  provided  with  the  very  best  of  sanitary  conditions, 
and  provided  with  ample  accommodations  sufficient  to  meet  all  re- 
quirements of  the  trade.  Horses  are  taken  to  board  by  the  day, 
week  or  month,  and  all  animals  placed  under  his  charge  receive 
most  careful  attention  from  experienced  grooms,  while  the  pro- 
vender is  of  the  very  best  quality  and  bountifully  provided.  He 
keeps  on  hand  a  stock  of  from  twenty  to  twenty-five  of  riding,  driv- 
ing and  road  horses  all  in  flrst-class  and  stylish  condition,  besides  a 
fine  assortment  of  carriages,  coupes,  coaches,  surreys,  top  and  open 
buggies,  light  wagons,  sleighs  and  cutters  that  can  be  obtained  on 
most  reasonable  terms  at  all  hours  of  the  day  or  night,  with  or  with- 
out drivers.  A  specialty  is  made  of  funerals,  weddings,  receptions, 
balls,  sleighing  parties,  etc.,  for  which  the  most  careful  and  reliable 
drivers  are  selected,  and  the  service  rendered  is  first  class  in  every 
respect.  Mr.  Farr  is  a  pleasant,  courteous  and  highly  entertaining 
gentleman,  prompt,  honorable  and  reliable  in  all  his  dealings. 

TOWNS'  HOTEIi,  A.  R.  Mason,  Proprietor.— Among  the  best 
conducted  hotels  in  Vermont  and  the  leading  one  at  Bellows  Falls, 
is  Towns'  Hotel,  of  which  A.  R.  Mason  is  the  proprietor.  This  well 
known  hostelry  was  established  twenty  years  ago  by  C.  W.  Towns, 
who  was  succeeded  in  December,  1889,  by  the  present  proprietor. 
The  hotel  fronts  the  square  and  has  therefore  the  advantage  of  a 
most  superior  location.  It  is  a  four-story  brick  building,  and  con- 
tains sixty-seven  rooms,  all  nicely  furnished  and  a  model  of  cleanli- 
ness and  neat  arrangement.  The  house  is  steam  heated  and 
electric  lighted.  A  well  kept  livery  is  connected  with  the  house, 
where  guests  may  And  every  equine  accommodation.  The  hotel  is 
finely  managed  from  office  to  kitchen,  and  polite  clerks  are  in  atten- 
dance. The  tables  are  supplied  with  all  of  the  choicest  meats,  vege- 
tables and  delicacies  of  the  season  and  a  competent  chef  presides 
over  the  kitchen.  Mr.  Mason  is  one  of  the  most  popular  and  oblig- 
ing landlords  in  the  state  and  a  master  of  his  calling.  He  is  also  the 
proprietor  of  the  Prospect  House  on  Lake  Spofford,  Chesterfleld,  N. 
H.,  a  house  that  has  a  large  patronage.  Mr.  Mason  does  all  in  his 
power  for  the  comfort  of  his  guests,  and  has  a  free  bus  running  from 
the  railway  station  to  the  hotel.  He  has  flne  sample  and  bath  rooms 
and  a  barber  shop,  and  it  is  safe  to  say  that  there  is  not  a  more 
popular  hotel  in  the  state,  than  Towns'. 


GEO.  E.  CADir,  Jobber  in  Confectionery,  Main  Street.— A 
prominent  house  extensively  engaged  in  this  important  business 
in  Bellows  Falls,  is  that  of  Mr.  George  E.  Cady,  jobber  in  con- 
fectionery. This  enterprising  gentleman  was  born  in  Northfleld, 
this  state,  and  has  been  a  resident  here  for  some  years.  Having  a 
wide  range  of  experience  in  this  line  of  trade,  he  inaugurated  this 
enterprise  on  his  own  account  in  1886,  and  at  once  developed  a  very 
large  and  influential  trade,  both  wholesale  and  retail,  extending 
throughout  this  section  of  the  state,  and  is  annually  increasing 
in  volume  and  importance.  His  store  is  spacious,  commodious  and 
admirably  adapted  to  the  requirements  of  the  business  and  provided 
with  every  f aciUty  for  its  successful  prosecution .  The  stock  carried 
is  always  full  and  complete,  and  embraces  everything  in  the  line  of 
pure  and  fresh  confectionery  such  as  U.  S.  caramels  in  choice  flavors, 
creamery  caramels,  roast  almonds,  fine  chocolates  of  every  variety, 
glazed  chocolates,  French  fruit  glazes,  French  nougats,  apricots, 
bon-bons,  lozenges,  penny  goods,  package  confectionery,  mixed  and 
broken  candies,  Boston  chips,  stick  goods,  medicated  tablets,  lozen- 
ges, rock-candy,  licorices,  and  in  fact  everything  in  the  line  of  plain 
and  fancy  candies  and  confections.  These  goods  are  received  fresh 
and  direct  from  the  most  celebrated  makers  known  to  the  trade,  are 
guaranteed  to  be  pure  and  free  from  any  adulteration  or  deleterious 
substances,  while  lowest  prices  are  quoted.  Mr.  Cady  is  a  wide- 
awake, enterprising  young  man  who  has  built  up  a  high  reputation 
for  the  superior  excellence  of  his  goods. 

HARRIMAN  &  ROCHE,  Boots,  Shoes,  Etc.— This 
well-known  and  popular  firm  is  comprised  of  Mr.  S.  C.  Harri- 
man,  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  and  Mr.  J.  Roche,  a  native  of  Ire- 
land, and  a  resident  here  since  1869,  a  thoroughly  experienced  and 
practical  shoemaker.  Forming  this  co-partnership  under  the  pres- 
ent title  they  inaugurated  this  enterprise  in  1884,  and  at  once  devel- 
oped a  very  large  and  influential  patronage.  Their  store  is  of  ample 
dimensions,  commodious  and  admirably  arranged  for  the  business, 
and  fully  equipped  with  every  accommodation  for  customers,  and 
their  flne  assortment  of  goods.  The  stock  carried  is  full  and  com- 
plete and  embraces  everything  in  the  line  of  flne  and  medium  grades 
of  hand  and  machine  made  boots,  shoes,  gaiters,  balmorals,  slippers 
and  all  the  latest  novelties  in  foot-wear,  for  men,  youths  and  chil- 
dren; also  all  that  is  new,  fashionable  and  stylish  for  ladies,  misses 
and  children,  including  the  strong  walking  boot  and  school  shoe,  as 
well  as  the  flne  toilet  slipper,  besides  a  complete  assortment  of  rub- 
ber boots,  arctics,  overshoes  and  sandals  suitable  for  all  ages  and 
both  sexes.  A  specialty  is  the  manufacture  of  fine  boots  and  shoes 
for  ladies  and  gentlemen  to  order  by  measure,  in  which  none  but  the 
very  best  materials  and  conscientious  workmanship  are  permitted  to 
enter,  and  repairing  receives  prompt  attention. 

F.  J.  BLAKE,  Photographic  and  Portrait  Artist,  Arm's  New 
Block. — Mr.  Blake,  though  yet  a  young  man,  has  attained  an  envi- 
able reputation,  which  is  by  no  means  limited  to  the  city  in  which  he 
is  established.  On  the  other  hand  he  is  recognized  throughout  New 
England  as  a  leader  in  his  profession,  and  in  some  of  its  varied  de- 
partments as  without  a  peer.  His  enthusiasm  has  not  allowed  him 
to  be  content  in  the  narrow  field  of  the  average  photographer,  or  a 
character  of  work  without  distinctive  features  of  artistic  worth. 
His  views  and  outdoor  pictures  of  groups,  buildings,  residences  and 
landscape  scenery  have  added  rapidly  to  his  business  and  reputation 
alike.  He  has  issued  a  book  of  views  of  Bellows  Falls  and  vicinity 
that  is  in  great  demand  and  a  fine  stock  of  which  is  kept  constantly 
on  hand.  Enlargements  are  made  from  any  description  of  small 
pictures,  photographs,  daguerreotypes,  ambrotypes  or  drawings, 
while  ink,  crayons  and  water  colors  are  executed  under  the  supervis- 
ion of  the  eminent  artist,  J.  H.  Sherwin.  The  instantaneous  process 
of  photography  is  used.  Carte  de  vistas,  cabinets,  promenades, 
boudoirs  and  Manhattans  are  produced  at  prices  too  often  asked  for 
work  much  less  deserving.  His  rooms  in  the  Arm's  block  are  them- 
selves suggestive  of  the  harmony  and  beauty  of  arrangement  insep- 
erable  from  the  work  or  conceptions  of  the  true  artist.  Mr.  Blake 
was  born  in  Bellows  Falls,  grew  up  among  the  people  who  now  seek 
his  professional  services,  and  there  can  be  no  better  commentary 
upon  his  career  than  appear  in  the  fact  that  within  eight  years  he 
has  built  up  his  extensive  business,  and  has  kept  pace  with  the  rapid 
advancement  of  the  photographic  art.  He  made  the  views  from 
which  the  Bellows  Falls  engravings  in  this  work  were  drawn. 


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J,  T,  KEEFE,  Boots,  Shoes  and  Rubbers,  Custom  Work  and 
Kepairing  a  Specialty.— Mr.  Keefe  is  a  native  of  Bellows  Falls  and  is 
a  thoroughly  experienced  and  practical  man  in  all  branches  of  this 
trade.  In  1879  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  as  a  manufacturer 
only,  and  at  once  developed  a  very  large  and  influential  trade,  and 
three  years  afterward  in  oWer  to  meet  the  popular  demand  he  went 
into  the  trade  more  extensively  by  adding  a  full  and  complete  line  of 
ready  made  goods  to  those  of  his  own  production.  The  premises 
utilized  are  of  ample  dimensions,  neatly  arranged  and  very  attract- 
ively appointed,  comprising  a  store  with  workshop  attached,  while 
none  but  skilled  and  experienced  workmen  are  employed.  The  stock 
carried  embraces  a  full  line  of  fine  and  medium  grades  of  hand  and 
machine  made  boots,  shoes,  gaiters,  slippers  and  novelties  in  foot- 
wear for  ladies,  gentlemen,  misses,  youths  and  children,  from  the 
heavy  walking  boot  or  shoe  to  the  most  delicate  patent  leather  pump, 
boot  or  toilet  slipper.  He  also  carries  a  fine  assortment  of  rubber 
boots,  arctics,  overshoes,  sandals,  etc.,  suitable  for  all  ages  and  both 
sexes.  The  ready  made  goods  have  been  most  carefully  selected 
from  among  the  best  productions  of  the  most  reliable  manufacturers 
known  to  the  trade,  and  are  unsurpassed  in  quality  of  material, 
style,  finish  and  workmanship,  while  the  range  of  sizes  is  such  that 
an  elegant,  comfortable  fit  is  readily  obtained  and  at  lowest  possible 
prices.  A  specialty  is  made  of  repairing  and  fine  custom  boots  and 
shoes  to  order  for  ladies  and  gentlemen,  in  which  none  but  the  very 
best  materials  and  conscientious,  high-class  workmanship  is  permit- 
ted. Mr.  Keefe  is  a  pleasant,  courteous  and  energetic  young  man  of 
excellent  business  abihty. 

CHAS.  E.  CAPRON,  Merchant  Tailor.— A  book  reviewing 
the  various  business  interests  of  this  city  would  be  very 
incomplete  without  mention  of  the  well-known  name  of  Chas. 
E.  Capron,  who  is  one  of  the  best  known  in  business  circles.  He 
established  his  store  in  1879  and  has  a  place  stocked  with  the 
choicest  foreign  and  domestic  fabrics,  with  a  tidy  workshop  in  the 
rear.  He  employs  four  skillful  tailors,  and  being  a  practical  and 
stylish  cutter  and  fitter,  Mr.  Capron  turns  out  some  of  the  finest 
custom  made  suits  in  New  England.  He  has  a  large  and  growing 
trade  and  makes  fine  suits,  coats,  top  and  great  coats,  trousers, 
waistcoats,  cape  coats,  ulsters,  smoking- jackets  and  dressing  gowns. 
He  uses  the  choicest  cloths,  trimmings  and  linings  and  is  regarded 
as  a  most  reUable  and  popular  merchant  tailor,  His  styles  are  of  the 
latest  and  his  work  gives  universal  satisfaction.  Mr.  Capron  is  a 
native  of  Marlboro,  N.  H.,  a  gentleman  of  middle  age  and  a  conscien- 
tious tradesman. 


C,  K.  LiABAREEj  Chicago  and  Northern  Dressed  Beef,  Pork, 
Lard,  Hams,  Poultry,  Vegetables,  Etc.— Mr.  C.  K.  Labaree  is  a  dealer 
in  Chicago  and  northern  dressed  beef,  pork,  lard,  hams,  tripe, 
sausage,  pigs'  feet,  tongues,  eggs,  salted  and  smoked  meats,  poultry, 
chickens,  turkeys,  geese,  ducks,  birds,  game,  country  vegetables, 
corn,  potatoes,  sweet  potatoes,  tomatoes,  canned  vegetables,  peas, 
beans,  beets,  cabbage,  etc.  Mr.  Labaree  is  the  successor  to  A.  L. 
Proctor,  having  come  into  possession  of  this  business  in  March,  1890. 
He  has  a  clean,  neatly  kept  market,  25  x  60  feet,  with  bright,  tidy 
marble  counters,  refrigerators  and  all  of  the  modern  appointments. 
He  does  a  good  bit  of  butchering,  such  as  pork,  beef,  mutton,  etc., 
while  he  also  handles  western  beef.  He  has  a  choice  stock  of  goods 
and  sells  only  the  best  of  everything.  Mr.  Labaree  is  a  native  of 
Vermont  and  a  man  of  strict  integrity. 

F.  B.  B0SU^6RTH,  Druggist.— Mr.  Bosworth  is  at  the  W. 
A.  Holden  stand,  having  succeeded  him  in  business  in  1889.  He  is  a 
dealer  in  drugs,  chemicals,  extracts,  elixirs,  salves,  ointments,  plas- 
ters, botanical  goods,  herbs,  essential  oils,  druggists'  sundries,  patent 
medicines,  fancy  and  toilet  articles,  soaps,  perfumery,  manicure 
sets,  hand  mirrors,  combs,  brushes;  also,  confectionery,  a  full  line 
of  Huyler's  goods  always  being  kept  in  stock;  tobacco,  cigars,  etc. 
Mr.  Bosworth  takes  particular  pride  in  his  prescription  department, 
giving  special  attention  to  physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  re- 
cipes. He  is  a  practical,  enterprising  druggist  and  chemist  and  de- 
votes a  great  share  of  his  time  in  scientific  medicinal  experiments 
and  the  preparation  of  lotions.  His  store  is  one  of  the  most  ele- 
gantly fitted  places  in  this  part  of  the  state,  of  which  he  is  a  native. 
He  keeps  a  rich  stock  of  the  best  goods  in  the  market  while  also  are 
on  sale  the  diagram  and  tickets  for  the  opera  house. 

M.  B.  KEIiliEY,  Choice  Family  Groceries  and  Provisions.— 
The  demand  made  for  choice  family  groceries  and  provisions  in 
Bellows  Falls  is  clearly  manifested  by  the  extent  of  trade  carried 
on  by  Mr.  M.  B.  Kelley.  He  has  a  fine  store,  neatly  and  tidily  ar- 
ranged, 25  X  60  feet,  with  basement,  where  he  carries  a  complete 
stock  of  goods,  his  being  one  of  the  leading  grocery  stores  here. 
He  deals  in  all  kinds  of  fancy  and  staple  groceries,  butter,  eggs, 
cheese,  flour,  sugar,  spices,  tea,  coffee,  confections,  tobacco,  cigars, 
jellies,  canned,  dried,  preserved  and  pickled  fruits,  sardines,  olives, 
canned  fish,  potted  meats,  tomatoes  in  glass,  vegetables  and  all 
kinds  of  farm  produce.  Mr.  Kelley  established  his  business  in  1882. 
He  employs  five  clerks  and  is  noted  as  one  of  the  most  prosperous 
and  reliable  merchants  in  town.  He  is  a  native  of  Putney,  Vt.,  and 
very  popular  with  all  classes. 


INDUSTRIES  AND   WEALTH   OF 

MONTPELIER. 


THE     C -A.  IP  IT  .A.  L     OIF     THE     ST-A.TE. 


ONTPELIER,"   says    an   excellent  authority,    "has   time    out   of    mind,   been     denominated 
'  the   heart   of    the    Commonwealth '    of   Vermont.       If   this   has   been    truly  spoken,   then 
'^N     it   goes   without   saying,    that    never   has    a   heart    throbbed    to    better    purpose    within    a 
body  politic    than    has    here    (from    the    bosom   of   a   county  itself   royal    in    area  as  a  Com- 
monwealth)   made    its    pulsations    felt    throughout     the   world,    through    the     superb     system 
of   the    Green    Mountain    State. 

The  state  of  Vermont  lay  hidden  from  the  civilized  peoples  of  the  world  for  more 
than  one  hundred  years  after  the  discovery  of  America  by  Columbus  in  1492.  In  1534,  James 
Cartier,  in  the  service  oE  France  discovered  the  Gulf  of  and  River  St.  Lawrence.  The  follow- 
ing year  he  ascended  the  river  to  what  is  now  Montreal.  In  1540,  Cartier  visited  Canada  for  the 
third  time  and  attempted  to  found  a  colony.  In  1603  Samuel  de  Champlain,  a  nobleman  of 
France,  visited  the  places  described  by  Cartier  and  returned  to  his  country  filled  with  the  zeal 
of  an  explorer.  In  1608  Champlain  returned,  arriving  in  Quebec  early  in  July.  The  follow- 
ing spring  he  set  out  on  an  exploring  expedition,  and  the  morning  of  July  4th  entered  the 
lake  to  which  he  afterwards  gave  his  own  name,  and  viewed  for  the  first  time  what  is  now 
embraced   in   the   state   of   Vermont. 

In  1664,  the  French  began  erecting  fortifications  on  Lake  Champlain,  but  it  was  not  until 
1724  at  Fort  Drummer,  that  the  first  permanent  settlement  was  commenced,  the  garrison  of 
this  fort  being  for  many  years  the  only  white  inhabitants  in  Vermont.  While  the  French 
were  founding  their  colony  at  Quebec,  exploring  the  regions  of  Canada  and  rapidly  extending 
their  settlements  along  the  St.  Lawrence,  the  other  nations  of  Europe  were  not  inactive.  The 
English,  after  several  unsuccessful  attempts,  succeeded  in  1607,  in  making  a  permanent  settle- 
ment upon  the  banks  of  the  James  River  in  Virginia,  and  about  the  same  time  planted  a 
small  colony  in  the  present  state  of  Maine.  In  1614,  Captain  John  Smith  explored  the  sea- 
coast  from  the  Penobscot  River  to  Cape  Cod,  drew  a  map  of  the  same,  and  denominated  the 
country  New  England.  In  1609  Captain  Hendrick  Hudson,  in  the  service  of  Holland,  discov- 
ered and  gave  his  name  to  Hudson  River,  and  in  1614,  the  Dutch  began  a  settlement  on  the 
Island  of  Manhattan,  where  the  City  of  New  York  now  stands.  In  1620  a  band  of  English 
subjects  (the  Puritans)   arrived    at   Plymouth,    Mass.       In    1623,    the  English    had    begun  a  settlement 

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at    Portsmouth    and    Dover,    N.  H.,    and   ten    years    later   they   had    penetrated    the  wilderness   to    the 
Connecticut    River.       Thus   early   were    the    French    on    the    north    and     the     Dutch     on     the     south, 


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and  the  English  on  the  east,  advancing  their  settlements  towards  Vermont.  The  French  laid 
claim  to  nearly  the  whole  country,  confining  the  English  to  a  narrow  strip  of  land  along  the 
Atlantic  coast.  The  English  resisted,  and  thus  the  jealousies  and  rivalries  which  had  long 
made  France  and  England  enemies  in  the  Old  World  were  transplanted  to  the  New^  Continent. 
The  French  sought  the  alliance  of  the  Indian  tribes  and  years  of  warfare  followed,  in  which 
the  English  at  last  succeeded  in  gaining  a  large  amount  of  land.  During  the  period  of  the 
French  wars,  the  territory  now  included  within  the  state  of  Vermont  was  much  traversed  by 
the  colonial  armies,  and  at  the  close  of  the  wars  began  to  attract  the  attention  of  pioneers. 
The  territory  was  claimed  both  by  New  York  and  New  Hampshire,  and  the  governor  of  the 
latter  colony  having  issued  charters  freely,  the  fees  and  emoluments  of  which  were  giving  him 
wealth,  the  government  of  New  York  became  alarmed  and  determined  to  check  them.  Then 
followed  the  strife  over  title,  so  familiar  to  readers  of  history.  This  continued  until  September, 
1776,  when  the  people  began  to  take  measures  to  declare  the  "New  Hampshire  Grants"  a 
separate  district.  The  germ  soon  expanded  and  grew  into  the  free  and  independent  State  of 
Vermont ;  the  only  state  in  the  Union,  except  Texas,  which  was  admitted  by  petition  of  her 
people.  Montpelier  was  made  the  capital  of  the  state  in  1800,  and  the  legislature  assembled 
here   for   the    first   time   October    13th    of   that   year.  , 

THE  CAPITOL. 

The  Capitol  building  is  a  fine  specimen  of  Grecian  Architecture,  It  occupies  a  command- 
ing site,  and  with  its  towering  walls,  huge  dome,  and  massive  Doric  columns,  of  white  Barre 
granite,  presents  an  imposing  appearance.  It  is  set  in  a  beautiful  park  with  sloping  lawns 
and  rounded  terraces  reaching  to  the  street.  A  broad  flight  of  granite  steps  lead  to  a  lofty 
portico  where  a  heroic  sized  statue  of  Ethan  Allen  stands.  The  statue  is  of  marble  and  was 
executed  by  Larkino  G.  Mead,  a  Vermonter  and  world  renowned  sculptor.  The  statue  is  to 
represent  the  ancient  hero  as  he  stood,  boldly  demanding  the  surrender  of  Ticonderoga  "  In 
the  name  of  the  Great  Jehovah  and  the  Continental  Congress."  The  State  House  has  a  front- 
age of  177  feet  and  is  surmounted  by  a  dome  and  cupola  56  feet  high,  making  the  statue  of 
Agriculture,  which  crowns  the  edifice  120  feet  above  the  ground.  The  Hall  of  Representatives 
contains  seats  for  243  members  and  the  senate  chamber  seats  thirty  Senators.  An  annex  to 
the  State  House  is  occupied  by  the  State  Library,  the  Supreme  Court  and  Historical  Society. 
It  is  of  granite  seventy-four  feet  long,  forty-eight  feet  wide,  and  two  stories  in  height.  The 
Capitol  contains  a  fine  cabinet  of  mineralogy  and  natural  history,  a  valuable  library  of  26,000 
volumes  without  duplicates,  and  the  usual  offices  for  state  officials.  The  battle  flags  of  Ver- 
mont troops  in  the  war  of  the  Rebellion  are  carefully  preserved  in  cases  in  the  corridors,  and 
in  the  executive  chamber  hangs  a  splendid  painting,  "  Battle  of  Cedar  Creek,"  executed  by 
Julian    Scott   of   the    Fourth   Vermont    Volunteers. 

CIVIL  GOVERNMENT. 

The  frame  of  government  for  this  state  now  provides  for  :  I.  The  Executive,  the  chief  oflS- 
■cers  of  which  are  Governor,  Lieutenant-Governor,  Treasurer,  Secretary  of  State,  and  Auditor 
of  Accounts  against  the  State,  all  of  whom  are  elected  biennially  by  the  free  men  of  the  state. 
II.  A  senate  of  thirty  members  elected  as  before  mentioned.  HI.  A  house  of  Representatives 
consisting  of  one  member  from  each  organ  ized  town,  elected  by  the  freemen  thereof.  IV.  A 
Judiciary,  the  officers  of  which  are  all  elective  :  the  Judges  of  the  Supreme  Court  (who  are 
also  Chancellors)  by  the  Senate  and  House  of  Representatives,  in  joint  assembly;  the  assist- 
ant judges  of  County  Courts,  (a  judge  of  the  Supreme  Court  presides  in  each  County  Court) 
Judges  of  Probate  Courts,  Sheriffs,  State's  Attorneys  and  High  Bailiffs,  by  the  freemen  of  the 
respective  counties,  and  Justices  of  Peace  by  the  freemen  of  the  respective  towns.  The  slate 
election  is  in  September,  biennially,  and  a  majority  of  all  the  votes  cast  is  required  to  elect 
every  officer,  except   senators    and    other   county  officers,  including   in  the  latter  justices  of  the  peace 


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elected  by  the  several  towns.  Every  term  of  town  officers  is  limited  to  one  year  or  until 
others  are  elected.  The  Governor's  power  of  appointment  is  very  limited,  embracing  ordinarily 
his  Secretary  and  Military  Staff  only;  but  he  has  powe:  to  fill  any  office  created  by  law 
where  the  appointment  is  not  fixed  by  the  constitution  or  a  statue,  and  also  to  fill  any 
vacancy  occurring  by  death  or  otherwise.  By  recent  statues,  the  governor  may  nominate,  sub- 
ject to  approval  by  the  senate,  various  officers.  The  heads  of  the  various  state  bureaus  (not 
before  specified)  and  generals  of  divisions  and  brigades,  are  elected  by  the  Senate  and  House 
in   joint   assembly — the    former    officers   biennially    and   generals   when    vacancies    occur. 

GEOGRAPHICAL  SITUATION. 

Montpelier  is  situated  ten  miles  from  the  geographical  center  of  the  state,  and  contains- 
more  than  4000  inhabitants.  The  village  is  located  in  the  beautiful  valley  of  the  Winooski 
River  which  flows  through  the  village  receiving  the  waters  of  Worcester  branch  within  the  lim- 
its of  the  village  proper  and  that  of  Dog  River  but  a  short  distance  below.  Several  railroads 
certter  here  making  the  village  an  important  commercial  point.  The  Central  Vermont  Railroad 
is  the  leading  railway  to  the  village  and  furnishes  a  through  line  from  Boston  on  the  east,  to 
Montreal  and  the  Great  West.  A  branch  of  the  Central  Vermont  runs  from  Montpelier  to 
Barre,  six  miles,  and  one  to  Williamstown.  The  Montpelier  and  Wells  River  Railroad,  thirty- 
eight  miles  long,  connects  with  the  Boston  and  Lowell  system  at  Wells  River  for  all  points  in 
the  White  Mountains.  The  M.  &  W.  R.  company  also  have  a  branch  to  Barre,  running  through 
that   village   to   the   great   granite    quarries. 

PUBLIC  INSTITUTIONS. 

The  Vermont  Methodist  Seminary  is  charmingly  situated  on  a  broad  plateau  overlooking  the 
Capital  and  Winooski  Valley  and  ranks  high  among  New  England  educational  institutions.  It 
celebrated  its  semi-centennial  in  1884.  The  Newbury  and  Springfield  Seminaries  have  been 
merged  in  the  Montpelier  institution,  which  now  has  an  endowment  fund  of  nearly  $50,000. 
The  Seminary  edifice  built  in  1872  is  one  of  the  best  in  the  state.  The  institution  has  been 
fitted  for  lighting  by  electricity  recently.  The  location  of  this  institution  is  unsurpassed  for 
healthfulness  and  natural  beauty.  Montpelier  is  well  supplied  with  handsome  church  edifices,, 
substantially  built  and  of  great  architectural  beauty.  They  include  Bethany  (Congregational) ; 
the  Church  of  the  Messiah  (Unitarian);  Christ's  Church  (Episcopal);  Trinity  (Methodist);  St.. 
Augustine    (Roman    Catholic)     and    Baptist. 

The  new  Federal  building  has  recently  been  completed  and  is  devoted  to  the  uses  of  the 
United  States  Courts  and  for  the  postoffice.  The  building  is  a  fine  granite  structure,  a  great 
ornament  to  the  village  and  one  of  the  finest  public  buildings  in  the  state.  During  the  past 
few  years  the  appearance  of  the  place  has  been  greatly  improved  by  the  erection  of  several 
large  and  costly  public  buildings,  among  which  may  be  mentioned  the  Blanchard  Opera  House, 
the  Life  Insurance  building,  the  Pavilion  hotel  and  a  very  handsome  edifice  erected  by  the 
Lane  Manufacturing  Company.  Montpelier  has  two  old  established  and  widely  known  newspapers.. 
The  Watchman  Company  publish  the  Vermont  Watchman,  an  enterprising  and  ably  conducted 
weekly  paper.  The  Vermont  Chronicle  and  the  New  Hampshire  Journal,  both  Congregational 
papers,  are  published  weekly  by  the  Watchman  Company.  The  Argus  and  Patriot,  one  of  the 
leading    Democratic   papers   of   the    state,    is   published   weekly. 

PUBLIC  MEN,  PAST  AND  PRESENT. 

As  the  capital  of  the  state  since  the  beginning  of  the  present  century,  Montpelier  has  been 
the  home  of  many  eminent  men  who  have  been  famous  in  both  political,  commercial,  financial,, 
and  literary  life.  Among  each  may  be  named  Hon.  Samuel  Prentice,  U.  S.  Senator  from  183 1 
to    1842  ;     Hon.     Wm.    Upham,    U.    S.    Senator    from     1843     to     1855  ;     Honorable   Lucius   B.    Peck, 


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member  of  Congress  from  1847  to  185 1  ;  Hon.  Eliakim  P.  Walton,  member  of  Congress  from 
1857  to  1863  ;  Hon.  Chas.  W.  Willard,  member  of  Congress  from  1869  to  1875  ;  Chas.  G.  East- 
man,   one   of   Vermont's   greatest   poets ;     Rev.    Wm.    H.    Lord,    the   eminent     and     scholarly    divine ; 


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Dr.  Julius  Y.  Dewey,  founder  of  the  National  Life  Insurance  Company ;  Hon,  Daniel  Baldwin, 
president  for  many  years  of  the  Vermont  Mutual  Fire  Insurance  Company;  Dennis  Lane,  the 
inventor  of  the  Circular  Saw ;  Daniel  P.  Thompson,  the  author  of  "  The  Green  Mountain  Boys," 
"  Locke  Amsden,"  and  many  other  popular  novels ;  and  others  of  Vermont's  illustrious  dead.  It 
is  now  the  home  of  Hon,  J.  A,  Page,  treasurer  of  Vermont  for  many  years,  and  one  of  the 
most   faithful    officers    of   the    state ;     Gen.    Stephen    Thomas,  one    of  Vermont's  most   gallant   officers 


Post  Office. 
The  work  on  the  above  elegant  structure  was  executed  by  the  Vermont  Marble  Co.,  Proctor,  Vt.,  of  Sutherland  Falls  marble. 

in  the  Civil  War;  Homer  W.  Heaton,  the  able  lawyer;  James  R.  Langdon,  prominent  as  a 
financier  and  railroad  manager ;  Gen.  P.  P.  Pitkin,  well  known  as  a  quartermaster  in  the 
Army  of  the  Potomac;  Thomas.  W.  Wood,  the  world  renowned  artist;  Joseph  A.  Wing,  Hiram 
A.  Huse,  Stephen  C.  Shurtleff,  Col.  Fred  E.  Smith,  B.  F.  Fifield,  Clarence  H.  Pitkin.  The 
Deweys,  Blanchards,  Ferrins,  Pecks,  Clarks,  Kemps,  Carltons,  Hydes,  Scribners,  Crosses,  Wilders^ 
Fullers,  Atkinses,  Wheelocks,  Gleasons,  Putnams,  Taplins,  Howes,  Baileys,  Farwells,  Fosters, 
Hubbards,    and    many    other   prominent    citizens. 


MONTPELIER, 


FIRST  NATIONAIj  BANK,  State  Street.— The  First  Na- 
tional Bank,  Montpelier's  leading  financial  institution,  was  incorpo- 
rated in  1865,  succeeding  to  the  business  of  the  old  Vermont  Bank, 
which  had  been  in  existence  from  1840.  It  has  a  cash  capital  of 
$250,000,  and  is  olHcered  as  follows,  viz:  president,  Hon.  Charles 
Dewey;  vice-president,  J.  W.  Ellis;  cashier,  F.  L.  Eaton;  directors: 
John  A.  Page,  Charles  Dewey,  J.  AV.  Ellis,  P.  P.  Pitkin,  Fred  E. 
Smith.  The  banking  rooms  are  eligibly  located  on  State  Street,  and 
are  spacious  in  size,  and  elegantly  appointed,  affording  ample  ac- 
commodation for  the  public,  and  possessing  every  modern  conven- 
ience for  the  prosecution  of  the  business  in  hand.  A  general  bank- 
ing business  is  transacted,  including  the  receiving  of  deposits,  the 
discounting  of  approved  commercial  paper,  the  collection  of  drafts, 
and  the  dealing  in  domestic  and  foreign  exchange.  From  its  incep- 
tion this  bank  has  retained  the  confidence  of  the  public  to  a  marked 
and  gratifying  degree.  Its  founders  were  men  who  had  the  rare 
foresight  to  recognize  the  possibilities  of  such  an  institution,  and 
who  laid  the  foundations  sufficiently  strong  and  deep  to  bear  any 
superstructure  that  time,  experience  and  wealth  might  rear.  They 
builded  well,  and  their  successors  have  been  eminently  worthy  of 
the  succession.  Under  its  present  wise  and  conservative  manage- 
ment it  is  doing  a  large  and  safe  business,  all  its  movements  being 
marked  by  prudence,  caution  and  honorable  business  methods,  and 
it  is  generally  recognized  as  one  of  those  solid,  ably  conducted  insti- 
tutions which  reflect  credit  alike  upon  its  officers  and  the  commu- 
nity where  its  influence  is  felt.  Its  last  semi-annual  statement,  made 
January  1,  1891  is  as  follows:  resources,  $587,862.41;  liabilities,  $587,- 
862.41.  Its  principal  correspondents  are  the  National  Bank  of 
Redemption  and  the  Maverick  National  Bank,  of  Boston,  and  the 
Importers'  and  Traders'  National  Bank,  of  New  York.  Its  execu- 
tive officers  are  gentlemen  with  whom  it  is  always  a  pleasure  to  do 
biisiness.  Prompt,  and  efficient  in  all  their  dealings  with  the  pub- 
lic, they  are  naturally  popular,  and  uphold  the  credit  of  the  bank  in 
all  the  various  relations  of  life.  The  president,  Hon.  Charles  Dewey, 
is  president  of  the  National  Life  Insurance  Company,  vice-pres- 
ident of  the  Lane  Manufacturing  Company,  and  has  been  a  director 
of  this  bank  since  its  organization,  serving  as  vice-president  from 
1878  to  1891,  and  on  January  13  of  the  latter  year  was  elected  presi- 
dent. Mr.  Dewey  has  held  many  public  positions  of  responsibility 
and  trust,  among  them  being  state  senator  and  inspector  of  finance 
and  bank  examiner.  He  is  regarded  as  one  of  the  best  and  most 
conservative  financial  men  in  the  state.  The  cashier,  Mr.  Eaton, 
was  born  in  Calais,  Vt.,  July  10,  1859,  and  first  entered  the  bank  as 
teller  in  January,  1877.  In  March,  1881,  he  accepted  the  position  of 
cashier  of  the  National  Bank  of  Barre,  returning  here  in  February, 
1885,  to  fill  his  present  responsible  office.  He  has  been  treasurer  of 
the  town  and  village  of  Montpelier  for  several  years  past,  is  treas- 
urer of  the  Wetmore  &  Morse  Granite  Company,  treasurer  and  di- 
rector of  the  R.  C.  Bowers  Granite  Company,  and  a  member  of  the 
F.  and  A.M.,  and  the  S.  of  V.,  being  elected,  in  1888,  colonel  of  Ver- 
mont division.  Sons  of, Veterans,  and  has  a  wide  acquaintance  and  a  de- 
served popularity  in  both  social  and  business  circles.  J.  W.  Ellis,  the 
vice-president,  is  a  capitalist  and  retired  merchant.  He  is  a  director 
in  the  Vermont  Mutual  Fire  Insurance  Company  and  of  the  Union 
Loan  and  Trust  Company  of  Sioux  City,  Iowa,  while  the  directors 
also  include  such  well-known  names  as  J.  A.  Page,  ex-state  treasurer 
and  president  of  the  bank  from  its  organization  to  January  13,  1891. 
Gen.  P.  P.  Pitkin,  president  of  the  Lane  Manufacturing  Company, 
and  Hon.  Fred  E.  Smith,  president  of  the  Vermont  Mutual  Fire  In- 
surance Company,  and  of   the  Colby  Wringer  Company,  is  a  di- 


rector in  several  financial  institutions  in  Vermont  and  other  states. 
This  bank  does  about  three-fourths  of  all  the  banking  business  at 
this  capital. 


THE  NATIONAL  lilFE  INSURANCE  CO.,  Montpelier, 
Vermont.— Of  all  the  companies  whose  methods  and  plans  we  have 
examined,  the  National  Life,  of  Montpelier,  seems  to  offer  the  most 
substantial  inducements.  It  was  chartered  in  November,  1848,  and 
began  business  in  1850.  It  has  long  been  widely  recognized  as  the 
most  perfect  embodiment  of  the  principle  of  full  protection  at  the 
lowest  possible  cost.  The  careful  selection  of  risks  is  provided  for 
and  admission  fees  and  annual  dues  are  placed  at  the  lowest  figures, 
owing  to  the  economical  basis  on  which  the  company's  business  is 
conducted.  It  issues  all  desirable  forms  of  policies,  while  the  "  in- 
stallment bond  "  plan  of  this  company  especially  commends  itself  to 
the  favor  of  the  public  and  has  become  an  important  factor  in  the 
growth  of  the  business  of  the  company.  Conservatively  managed, 
and  conducted  on  principles  of  equity  and  common  sense,  with  light 
expenses  and  the  best  class  of  risks  exclusively  in  the  Northern 
States,  the  National  is  doing  a  very  large  business  and  is  to-day  the 
best  medium  in  existence  for  securing  life  insurance  at  lowest  cost. 
Its  fortieth  annual  statement  made  January  1,  1891,  is  :  total  en- 
dowments paid.  $279,069.42;  total  death  losses  paid,  $3,355,433.71 ;  total 
interest  received.  $3,468,114.53;  total  amount  paid  to  policy  holders, 
$6,525,216.71;  5,833  polices  issued  and  revived  in  1890,  insuring,  $15,- 
148,462.00;  21,604  policies  in  force,  insuring,  $46,362,301.00;  increase  in- 
number  of  policies  in  force,  2780;  increase  in  amount  of  insurance 
in  force,  $7,594,760.00.  The  officers  of  the  National  Life  are  as  fol- 
lows, viz:  president,  Hon.  Charles  Dewey;  vice-president,  Edward 
Dewey;  secretary,  Geo.  W.  Reed;  treasurer,  J.  C.  Houghton;  assist- 
ant secretary,  Osman  D.  Clark ;  medical  director,  A.  B.  Bisbee,  M.D. ; 
actuary,  Joseph  A.  DeBoer;  assistant  treasurer,  H.  M.  Cutler. 
The  president  is  the  son  of  the  late  Dr.  Julius  Y.  Dewey,  to  whose 
untiring  and  intelligent  efforts  the  formation  of  this  company  was 
largely  due,  and  who  was  its  first  president,  continuing  to  direct  its 
affairs  until  his  lamented  decease  in  1877,  when  he  was  succeeded  by 
his  son.  The  latter  had  for  some  years  previously  been  the  efficient 
secretary  of  the  Vermont  Mutual  Fire  Insurance  Company,  and  had 
also  filled  many  public  offices  of  honor  and  trust  in  the  town,  county 
and  state.  He  served  two  terms  as  a  member  of  the  state  senate, 
was  state  inspector  of  Finance  four  years  and  is  now  President 
of  the  First  National  Bank  of  Montpelier.  The  vice-president,  Ed- 
ward Dewey,  Esq.,  a  brother  of  the  preceding,  has  spent  a  lifetime 
in  the  life  insurance  business,  and  is  an  accepted  authority  thereon. 
The  secretary,  Mr.  Reed,  has  tilled  that  position  since  the  organiza- 
tion of  the  company,  and  has  won  for  himself  the  esteem  of  the 
patrons  of  the  company  by  his  intelligent  appreciation  of  the  duties 
devolving  upon  him,  as  well  as  by  his  sound,  conservative  methods. 
The  treasurer,  Mr.  Houghton,  was  for  a  number  of  years  cashier  of 
the  First  National  Bank  of  Montpelier.  The  Board  of  Directors  com- 
prises such  eminent  names  as  that  of  Hon.  Paul  Dillingham,  ex- 
member  of  Congress  and  ex-Governor  of  Vermont,  who  has  been  in 
the  directory  since  the  organization  of  the  company;  Hon.  Dudley 
C.  Denison,  ex-member  of  Congress;  Hon.  Fred.  E.  Smith,  president 
of  the  Vermont  Mutual  Fire  Insurance  Company;  Gen.  Perley  P. 
Pitkin,  president  of  the  Lane  Manufacturing  Comj)any;  and  Hon. 
Wheelock  G.  Veazey,  of  the  Inter-State  Commission  and  Commander 
of  the  Grand  Army  of  the  Republic  of  the  United  States.  Hon. 
George  Briggs  of  Brandon,  ex-Lieut-Gov.  L.  K.  Fuller  of  Brattle- 
boro,  and  Hon.  James  T.  Phelps  of  Boston. 


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liANE)  MANUFACTURING  COOTPANY,  (Formerly 
Lane,  Pitkin  &  Broclc,)  Lane's  Patent  Circular  Saw-Mills,  Saw-Mill 
Set  Works,  Clapboard  Machinery,  Etc.,  Etc.— The  wonderful  devel- 
opment of  American  manufacturing  interests  has  attracted  the  at- 
tention of  the  entire  civilized  world,  and  Montpelier  has  great  cause 
for  congratulation  that  she  is  the  home  and  birthplace  of  such  a 
widely-known  manufacturing  enterprise  as  that  of  the  Lane  Manu- 


facturing Company,  which  enjoys  a  reputation  and  a  trade,  in  the 
production  of  its  specialties,  thoroughly  national  in  extent  and  emi- 
nently creditable  in  character.  The  company  is  especially  famous 
as  sole  manufacturers  of  Lane's  patent  circular  saw-mills,  and  are 
also  extensive  producers  of  saw-mill  set  works,  clapboard  machinery, 
swing  saw  rigs,  planing  machines,  shingle  machines,  log  jackers, 
matching  machines,  lath  machines,  water  wheels,  double  pdgers, 
shafting,  pulleys,  hangers,  etc.,  etc.  The  foundation  of  this  mam- 
moth enterprise  was  laid  in  1861  by  the  late  Dennis  Lane,  who  began 
at  that  time  the  manufacture  of  machinery  in  a  small  way.  His  in- 
ventive brain  soon  brought  forth  the  circular  saw-mill  which  has 
made  his  name  celebrated  throughout  the  length  and  breadth  of  the 
land.  In  1865,  General  P.  P.  Pitkin,  fresh  from  the  honors  won  at  the 
head  of  the  quartermaster's  department  in  the  Army  of  the  Potomac, 
was  admitted  to  partnership,  followed  sooh  after  by  the  admission 
of  James  W.  Brock,  under  the  firm  name  of  Lane,  Pitkin  &  Brock. 
This  firm  developed  an  enormous  industry,  taking  the  lead  in  the 
United  States  in  their  important  industry,  and  in  1873  the  present 
company  was  incorporated  with  a  capital  of  $120,000.  Mr.  Lane,  the 
honored  head  of  the  concern,  died  in  1888,  after  a  long  and  success- 
ful business  career,  and  the  company  is  now  officered  as  follows, 
viz.:  P.  P.  Pitkin,  president;  Charles  Dewey,  vice-president;  C.  P. 
Pitkin,  secretary  and  treasurer.  The  works  of  the  company  are 
eligibly  situated  on  the  north  branch  of  the  Winooski  River,  and 
cover  an  area  of  seven  acres.  They  are  equipped  with  all  the  latest 
improved  machinery,  tools  and  appliances  that  skill,  science  and 
capital  can  supply,  and  steady  employment  is  given  to  nearly  one 
hundred  and  fifty  workmen,  the  pay  roll  averaging  $1,500  per  week. 
A  large  foundry  has  been  erected  the  past  year,  and  additions  and 
improvements  are  constantly  being  made  to  keep  pace  with  the 
growing  demands  of  the  trade.  The  processes  by  which  the  manu- 
facture of  the  company's  specialties  are  conducted  in  the  foundry 
and  machine  shops  are  of  the  most  perfect  character,  while  the  ut- 
most care  is  exercised  by  the  management  to  maintain  the  highest 
standard  of  excellence,  and  as  a  result  the  product  is  in  heavy  and 
constantly  increasing  demand  in  all  sections  of  the  country.  Lane's 
patent  lever  set  saw-mills  are  manufactured  in  seven  different  sizes, 
and  are  designed  on  new  and  advanced  principles,  rendering  them 
by  far  the  best  device  of  the  kind  ever  invented.  They  practically 
supplant  all  similar  inventions  wherever  introduced,  and  are  thor- 
oughly perfect  as  regards  quality  of  material,  strength,  durability 
and  utility.  These  and  all  other  specialties  manufactured  here  are 
furnished  at  short  notice  and  at  figures  which  are  invariably  satis- 
factory to  buyers.    This  company  also  manufacture   the  famous 


"Monitor"  turbine  water  wheel,  and  do  a  general  business  as  ma- 
chinists and  founders,  controlling  not  only  the  bulk  of  the  trade  in 
their  lines  in  Vermont,  but  also  ship  to  every  state  in  the  Union. 
General  Pitkin,  the  president,  is  one  of  the  best  known  citizens  and 
prominent  public  men  of  Vermont,  serving  with  eminent  credit  in  a 
responsible  position  at  the  front  during  the  war;  quartermaster-gen- 
eral of  his  own  state  after  the  war;  representative  from  Montpelier 
in  the  state  legislature  of  1872,  and  is  now  a 
director  of  the  First  National  Bank,  of  Mont- 
pelier, and  of  the  National  Life  Insurance 
Company,  of  Montpelier,  and  prominent  and 
popular  in  Grand  Army  circles  and  in  social, 
commercial  and  financial  life.  The  vice-pres- 
ident, Hon.  Charles  Dewey,  is  the  president 
of  the  National  Life  Insurance  Company  of 
Montpelier,  and  president  of  the  First  National 
Bank,  Montpelier,  and  recently  bank  examiner 
and  inspector  of  finance.  The  secretary  and 
treasurer,  Mr.  C.  P.  Pitkin,  is  a  son  of  Gen. 
Pitkin,  and  an  expert  and  accomplished 
official;  serving  as  representative  from  Mont- 
pelier in  the  state  legislature  of  1888,  and  en- 
joying the  esteem  and  confidence  of  a  wide 
circle  of  friends  in  public  and  private  life. 

A.  G.  STONE,  Watches,  Clocks,  Jewelry, 
Silver  Ware  and  Fancy  Goods,  Corner  Main 
and  State  Streets.— The  time  has  arrived  in 
this  country  when  Americans  are  no  longer 
anxious  to  send  abroad  for  the  purpose  of 
procuring  pocket  time  pieces,  being  convinced  that  the  foreign 
world  does  not  supply  finer  watches  than  those  that  are  made 
at  home.  Montpelier  has  a  prominent  merchant  engaged  in  this 
line  of  trade,  Mr.  A.  G.  Stone,  corner  of  Main  and  State  Streets. 
He  is  a  dealer  in  watches,  clocks,  jewelry,  silverware  and  fancy 
goods,  and  is  also  notably  skillful  in  making  repairs.  Mr.  Stone, 
who  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  came  here  and  established  himself 
in  business  in  1873.  He  has  one  clerk  in  his  employ,  and  has  built 
up  his  trade  until  he  carries  a  large  stock  of  jewelry  and  fancy  goods, 
his  business  requiring  the  entire  space  of  one  floor,  30  x  40  feet. 
Being  a  carefully  trained  and  practical  worker,  Mr.  Stone  does  a 
considerable  amount  of  custom  trade.  He  has  the  name  for  handling 
only  the  best  of  wares,  any  article  he  disposes  of  being  in  accordance 
with  his  recommendation  as  to  its  genuineness  and  value.  He  is 
ranked  among  the  city's  leading  business  men  and  is  also  very  popu- 
lar socially. 


E.  W.  BAILE1'  dc  CO.,  Flour,  Corn  and  Meal,  Etc.,  Main 
Street.— The  firm  of  Messrs.  E.  W.  Bailey  &  Co.,  of  this  village,  are 
well  and  widely  known  as  wholesale  and  retail  dealers  in  flour,  corn 
and  meal,  oats,  mill  feed  and  grass  seeds,  and  operate  a  large  grist 
mill  and  elevator,  as  well  as  extensive  warerooms,  the  latter  being 
located  on  Main  Street.  The  business  was  established  in  1868,  by 
Messrs.  Bailey  &  Park,  the  present  firm  being  organized  in  1879 
The  mill  is  a  three-story  building,  40  by  60  feet  in  dimensions,  pro- 
vided with  every  modern  facility  for  the  systematic  and  successful 
prosecution  of  the  business  in  all  its  branches,  while  the  salesroom 
on  Main  Street  measures  40  by  150  feet.  The  firm  handle  the  best 
brands  of  family  flour,  and  prime  qualities  of  oats,  meal,  bran,  mill 
feed  and  grass  seeds,  all  of  which  are  received  direct  from  the  pro- 
ducer, in  large  invoices  and  at  advantageous  rates,  the  aim  of  the 
firm  being  not  only  to  meet  every  demand  of  the  trade  and  public, 
but  to  offer  good  goods  in  all  cases  at  the  lowest  market  prices. 
Orders  by  telephone,  telegraph,  or  mail  are  promptly  and  carefully 
filled,  and  the  connections  of  the  house  are  such  as  enable  it  to  com- 
pete successfully  with  any  of  its  contemporaries,  whether  dealing  at 
wholesale  by  the  car  load  or  at  retail  by  the  ton.  The  stock  is  kept 
up  to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence.  Mr.  Bailey  is  a  native  of 
Elmore,  Vt.,  and  has  long  been  prominent  in  the  business  circles  at 
the  capital,  while  he  is  also  extensively  interested  in  business  in 
Chicago.  Mr.  Taft  was  bom  in  Barre,  Vt.,  and  is  accounted  among 
that  class  of  energetic,  sagacious  young  business  men,  in  whose 
hands  the  continued  development  of  this  community  rests. 


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IXDUSTEIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


TriIjI<IAIT[  iniLIiER,  Manufacturer  of  Ginger  Ale,  Cham- 
pagne Cider,  Nervena,  Soda,  Birch  and  Tonic  Beers.— The  bottling 
of  carbonated  waters  is  a  business  which  has  assumed  such  propor- 
tions during  recent  years  that  it  may  be  safely  reclconed  an  impor- 
tant industry  in  every  large  community.  The  leading  representative 
of  the  business  in  Montpelier  is  Mr.  William  Miller,  who  is  widely 
and  deservedly  prominent  as  a  manufacturer  of  ginger  ale,  cham- 
pagne cider,  soda,  birch  and  tonic  beers,  with  headquarters  on  Main 
Street.  He  is  a  gentleman  of  experience  and  capital,  and  established 
his  present  business  here  in  1889.  His  establishment  is  one  of  the 
finest  and  most  attractive  of  its  kind  in  the  state,  including,  as  it 
does,  spacious  accommodations  for  restaurant,  retail  groceries  and 
cigars,  besides  the  bottling  department.  The  latter  is  perfectly  fitted 
up  and  equipped  with  all  the  necessary  generators  and  special  ap- 
pliances for  the  systematic  and  successful  prosecution  of  the  busi- 
ness, and  in  this  connection  it  should  be  stated  that  cleanliness, 
neatness  and  good  order  are  special  features  of  the  establishment  in 
all  its  branches.  The  goods  manufactured  here  have  attained  a  de- 
servedly high  reputation  for  purity  and  general  excellence,  and  have 
no  superiors  anywhere.  Mr.  Miller  is  thoroughly  alive  to  the  de- 
mands of  his  city  and  country  patrons,  and  is  quick  to  recognize 
and  supply  their  various  wants  in  the  most  satisfactory  manner. 
Orders  by  telephone,  telegraph  or  mail  receive  immediate  and  care- 
ful attention,  and  the  demands  of  both  dealers  and  consumers  are 
met  in  all  cases  with  perfect  ease  and  satisfaction,  as  regards  both 
quality  of  terms  and  prices.  Mr.  Miller  is  a  native  of  Montpelier  and 
one  of  its  best  known  and  most  popular  young  business  men,  expert, 
reliable  and  progressive  as  a  manufacturer,  and  thoroughly  respon- 
sible and  trustworthy  in  all  his  dealings. 

D.  S.  WHEATLEY,  Dry  Goods,  Cloaks,  Etc.,  No.  31  State 
Street. — The  citizens  of  Montpelier  refer  with  pride  to  the  establish- 
ment of  Mr.  D.  S.  Wheatley,  at  No.  31  State  Street,  as  the  exponent 
and  representative  of  what  the  dry  goods  trade  has  come  to  under 
the  stimulating  effects  of  ample  resources,  business  capacity  of  the 
highest  order,  distinguished  enterprise  and  unremitting  energy  and 
industry.  That  these  are  the  qualifications  of  the  esteemed  proprie- 
tor is  a  fact  that  is  generally  recognized  throughout  the  community. 
This  house  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  most  familiar  business  landmarks 
at  the  capital,  having  been  in  active  operation  since  1850,  It  was 
founded  by  Mr.  J.  \V.  Ellis,  and,  after  some  changes,  the  present 
proprietor  came  in  as  successor  to  L.  P.  Gleason  &  Co.  in  1887.  The 
salesrooms  are  among  the  largest  and  finest  in  town,  and  are  ele- 
gantly fitted  up  and  furnished  in  keeping  with  the  correct  taste  and 
sound  judgment  of  the  proprietor.  The  establishment  is  one  of  the 
busiest  here,  its  counters  being  thronged  daily  by  the  elite  of  this 
community  and  people  from  all  parts  of  the  surrounding  country. 
Each  department  is  complete  within  itself,  while  the  clerks  and 
salesmen  are  noted  for  their  courtesy  and  obliging  manners,  com- 
bining with  a  thorough  knowledge  of  their  duties,  a  faculty  for  antic- 
ipating the  wants  of  customers,  laying  before  them  a  full  variety  of 
textures,  patterns  and  shades  from  which  to  choose,  so  that,  when 
the  excellence  of  the  stock  is  taken  into  consideration,  it  is  not  sur- 
prising that  rapid  sales  are  made  and  general  satisfaction  given  to 
buyers.  Customers  can  here  obtain  a  complete  outfit  of  both  dry 
and  fancy  goods,  and  of  many  household  articles  both  for  use  and 
adornment.  Here  are  dress  goods  in  silks,  satins,  velvets  and  vel- 
veteens, cashmeres,  prints,  cloaks,  suits,  shawls,  white  goods,  linens, 
cottons,  blankets,  flannels,  housekeeping  goods,  hosiery,  gloves,  un- 
derwear, corsets,  bustles,  dress  trimmings,  laces,  ribbons,  embroi- 
deries, notions,  fancy  goods  and  small  wares  in  great  variety  and 
profusion.  The  prices  which  prevail  are  such  as  add  materially  to 
the  popularity  of  the  house  among  all  classes  of  people,  and  the 
business  is  in  a  healthy  and  flourishing  condition.  Mr.  Wheatley  is 
a  Vermonter  by  birth,  thoroughly  trained  in  all  the  details  and  re- 
quirements of  the  dry  goods  trade  from  his  early  youth,  and  pos- 
sesses a  keen  appreciation  of  the  wants  of  the  public  in  this  dii3c- 
tion.  He  is  a  member  of  Aurora  Lodge,  No.  22,  F.  and  A.  M.;  V  ng 
Solomon  Chapter,  No.  7,  R.  A.  M. ;  Montpeher  Council,  No.  4,  R.  and 
S.  M. ;  Mt.  Zion  Commandery,  No.  9,  K.  T.:  Gamaliel  Washburn, 
L.  of  P.,  14°;  Mt.  Calvary  Council,  P.  of  J.,  16°;  Delta  Chapter,  R. 
C,  18°;  Vermont  Consistory,  S.  P.  R.  S.,  32°;  Mt.  Sinai  Temple, 
N.  M.  S.;  the  K.  of  H.,  the  N.  E.  O.  P.  and  the  A.  L.  of  H.,  and  is  de- 
servedly popular  in  both  society  and  business  circles. 


VEROTONT  MUTUAL,  FIRE  INSURANCE  COM- 
PANY, Officers:  Fred  E.  Smith,  president;  Horatio N.  Taplin,  vice- 
president  and  treasurer;  James  T.  Sabin,  secretary.— The  leading 
representative  of  the  soundest  methods  of  fire  insurance  underwriting 
in  Vermont  is  the  Vermont  Mutual  Fire  Insurance  Company,  whose 
home  office  is  at  Montpelier.  This  company  was  organized  March 
28,  1828,  and  has  had  a  growth  and  development  equaled  by  few  mu- 
tual companies  and  excelled  by  none  in  the  country.  Its  executive 
management  is  of  the  highest  order;  ability,  experience  and  integrity, 
coupled  with  an  equitable  policy,  have  ever  characterized  its  career, 
and  it  is  to-day  the  highest  type  and  the  best  exponent  of  mutual  in- 
surance in  existence.  It  insures  all  classes  of  property  in  the  state 
at  actual  cost  to  the  insured,  and,  having  no  capital  stock,  it  simply 
pays  its  losses  and  expenses  and  assesses  its  members  to  meet  this 
amount.  Its  membership  now  equals  two-thirds  of  the  voting  popu- 
lation of  the  state,  while  more  than  half  of  all  the  insurance  carried 
in  Vermont  is  upon  its  books.  It  has  issued  more  than  two  hundred 
and  eighty  thousand  policies,  insuring  property  to  the  amount  of 
$3,083,074.73,  at  an  average  cost  of  fifteen  cents  for  each  one  hundred 
dollars  of  farm  property  per  year,  and  has  paid  the  people  of  Ver- 
mont more  than  four  million  dollars  for  losses.  The  company  owns, 
the  splendid  building  in  which  its  offices  are  located,  and  this  with 
the  other  property  possessed  by  it  is  worth,  at  a  low  estimate,  $47,- 
951.91.  The  Vermont  Mutual  writes  insurance  on  all  classes  of  farm, 
and  village  property,  and  renders  the  same  low,  absolutely  secure,, 
and  indicates  the  good  faith  of  the  company  toward  all  its  patrons. 
It  is  invariably  prompt  at  adjusting  and  paying  all  losses,  and  its  rec- 
ord in  this  respect  is  one  of  which  it  has  every  reason  to  be  proud. 
It  is  the  company  to  insure  in,  its  policies  are  explicit  and  liberally 
constructed,  and  with  them  the  property  owner  has  a  sure  guarantee 
against  all  loss  or  damage  by  fire  The  executive  officers  are:  Hon. 
Fred  E.  Smith,  president;  Horatio  N.  Taplin,  vice-president  and 
treasurer;  James  T.  Sabin,  secretary;  with  directors  in  each  county 
in  the  state.  The  president,  Mr.  Smith,  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and 
one  of  the  best  known  public  men.  He  served  two  terms,  four  years, 
in  the  State  Senate,  and  is  now  president  of  the  Colby  Wringer  Com- 
pany, of  Montpelier,  The  National  Life  Insurance  Co.,  and  Wetmore 
&  Morse  Granite  Co.,  of  Montpelier,  and  First  National  Bank  of 
Montpelier.  He  was  a  staff  officer  in  the  army  during  the  war,  and 
is  secretary  of  the  Vermont  Officers  Reunion  Society  and  prominent 
in  Grand  Army  circles  throughout  the  state,  also  president  of  Mont- 
pelier Public  Library  Association,  while  it  need  scarcely  be  said  that 
he  has  proved  a  tower  of  strength  to  every  undertaking  with  which 
he  has  been  identified.  Messrs.  Taplin  and  Sabin  are  recognized  as. 
authorities  on  all  matters  pertaining  to  fire  insurance,  having  been 
connected  with  this  company  from  their  early  youth,  and  are  intelli- 
gent, capable  and  faithful  officials,  standing  deservedly  high  in  social 
and  business  circles. 

S.  S.  TOWNER,  Furniture,  Mattresses,  Feathers,  Picture 
Frames,  Golden  Fleece  Building,  No.  39  Main  Street. — A  well-known 
and  deservedly  prosperous  house  which  has  always  maintained  a 
reputation  for  efficient  service,  first-class  articles,  and  honorable  bus- 
iness methods  is  that  of  Mr.  S.  S.  Towner.  This  business  was  estab- 
lished thirty  years  ago  by  Jerry  Babcock,  who  was  succeeded  by 
Capt.  Drew,  who  was  succeeded  by  E.  N.  Scovill,  the  present  pro- 
prietor succeeding  to  the  control  in  1885.  The  premises  .occupied 
comprise  a  building  known  as  the  Golden  Fleece.  The  stock  is  large,, 
comprising  furniture,  mattresses,  feathers,  picture  frames,  wall 
paper,  coffins,  caskets,  children's  carriages,  etc.  The  premises  occu- 
pied are  of  ample  dimensions,  neatly  and  appropriately  fitted  up  and 
supplied  with  every  convenience  for  the  display  of  goods.  His  stock 
is  full  and  complete  and  embraces  the  finest  line  of  undertaking  goods 
in  Vermont.  All  the  latest  styles  of  burial  caskets,  cases,  and  cof- 
fins, burial  robes  and  funeral  requisites  of  every  description,  from 
the  most  elaborate  and  costly  to  those  comparatively  inexpensive,  all 
of  which  are  made  in  the  best  style  of  workmanship.  Mr.  Towner  is 
prepared  to  take  full  charge  of  obsequies,  furnishing  corpse  preser- 
vers, caskets  and  all  other  requisites  including  the  implements  of 
sacred  religious  rites  from  the  moment  of  decease  until  the  last  sad 
ceremonies  of  the  grave,  thereby  relieving  friends  and  relatives  from 
all  annoyance  and  trouble  incident  to  their  bereavernent.  Mr.  Towner 
is  a  native  of  Orange,  Vt.,  and  has  been  a  respected  businessman 
in  this  town  for  many  years. 


MONTPELIER,     VERMONT. 


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COI^BY  "WRINGER  COMPANY.— One  of  the  important 
industrial  enterprises  of  Montpelier  is  tiiat  of  tile  Colby  Wringer 
Company,  which  has  a  world-widt,  reputation  as  manufacturers  of 
the  Colby  improved  clothes  wringer.  The  business  was  originally 
established  in  1860  at  Waterbury  by  Mr.  Geo.  J.  Colby,  who  was  suc- 
ceeded by  Colby  Bros.  &  Co.,  and  in  1887  the  general  office  and  fac- 
tory were  removed  to  Montpelier  and  the  present  company  was 


formed,  with  Col.  Fred  E.  Smith,  president;  L.  P.  Gleason,  secre- 
tary; W.  H.  Cowell,  treasurer.  The  factory  is  a  substantial  three- 
story  building,  90  x  100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  fully  equipped  with 
every  modern  facility  for  insuring  rapid  and  perfect  production.  The 
Colby  wringer  early  won  a  wide  popularity;  its  manifold  advantages 
were  apparent  to  all  and  it  has  gone  steadily  on  displacing  all  othe 
styles.  It  is  now  the  best  clothes  wringer  in  the  world  and  the  read- 
iest seller;  the  staple  standard  article  with  the  trade  all  over  the 
United  States  and  Canada,  while  large  quantities  are  exported  every 
year  to  Europe  and  other  foreign  countries.  Agents  can  make  more 
money  selling  it  than  any  other  article  of  the  kind,  because  it  gives 
such  perfect  satisfaction,  and  once  introduced  into  a  neighborhood 
it  is  its  own  best  advertisement.  It  is  the  only  wringer  embodying 
the  true  principle  of  mechanics,  while  its  automatic  fastening  and 
adjusting  improvement  is  peculiar  to  itself  and  places  it  above  com- 
petition. It  wrings  drier  and  lasts  longer  than  any  other,  and  is  the 
wringer  for  agents  to  handle  and  for  the  trade  to  keep  in  stock. 
Every  machine  is  warranted,  and  terms  and  prices  are  made  invari- 
ably satisfactory  to  dealers  who  desire  the  agency  in  their  locality. 
Branch  offices  are  established  at  No.  29  Cornhill,  Boston,  and  No.  68 
Lake  Street,  Chicago,  and  some  two  hundred  hands  altogether  are 
employed  in  the  business.  The  president.  Col.  Smith,  has  long  been 
identified  with  the  success  of  this  enterprise,  and  has  been  largely 
instrumental  in  placing  it  upon  a  sound  and  substantial  footing. 
He  is  too  well  known  in  this  state  as  president  of  the  Vermont  Mu- 
tual Fire  Insurance  Company,  a  member  of  the  State  Senate  for  two 
terms  and  as  director  of  various  financial  and  commercial  enter- 
prises, to  need  any  laudation  at  our  hands.  Mr.  Gleason,  the  secre- 
tary, is  a  leading  dry  goods  merchant  of  this  village,  and  Mr.  Cowell, 
the  treasurer,  is  eminently  fitted  by  experience  and  ability  for  the 
successful  management  of  the  finances  of  the  company.  We  cannot 
pass  this  industry  by  without  referring  to  the  liberal  advertising 
which  is  done  by  the  company.  They  have  just  issued  a  very  unique 
little  booklet.  "Facts  Wrung  out  and  Hung  on  the  Line,"  which  they 
will  be  pleased  to  mail  to  all  enquiring  for  it. 


UNION  CARD  COMPANY,  Jobbers  and  Manu'frs  of  Plain 
and  Fancy  Cards  of  All  Descriptions,  Chas.  F.  Buswell,  Proprietor, 
No.  30  Main  Street. — Potent  is  the  power  of  printer's  ink  and  it  is  the 
Archimedean  lever  that  moves  the  commercial  world.  There  are 
few  engaged  in  commerce  or  manufacturing  that  can  afford  to  dis- 
pense with  its  service.  If  you  have  goods  to  sell  you  must  attract 
the  public  attention,  and  there  is  no  form  of  advertising  that  will 
equal  in  effectiveness  printed  matter.  But  the  secret  of  success  to- 
day is  not  only  in  its  use  but  in  the  quality  and  quantity  employed. 


To  attract  the  eye  something  must  be  produced  that  is  both  novel 
and  attractive,  and  therefore,  patronize  printers  who  do  the  best 
class  of  work  if  you  wish  to  reap  ample  returns  for  your  investment. 
There  are  few  concerns  in  New  England  whose  work  is  of  more 
merit  from  typographical  standpoints  than  that  of  the  Union  Card 
Co.,  of  Nos.  30  and  Si  Main  Street,  Montpelier,  Vt.  This  company  is 
well  and  widely  known  as  printers  of  fine  commercial  work,  show 
bills,  cards  and  similar  products,  and  their  trade  extends  to  all  parts 
of  the  country.  Their  business  was  started  in  1883,  and  has  steadily 
grown,  so  that  to-day  it  ranks  among  the  principal  houses  of  the 
country.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  four  floors,  21  x  80  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  are  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  machinery  and 
materials,  making  their  faciUties  unsurpassed  and  enabling  them  to 
produce  the  finest  class  of  work  at  prices  usually  charged  for  that  of 
an  inferior  nature.  Some  of  their  work  is  unusually  good,  not  alone 
for  excellence  of  execution  but  for  originality  and  artistic  consist- 
ency of  design,  and  may  be  termed  the  height  of  skill  in  printing. 
The  company  are  also  manufacturers  and  extensive  dealers  in  plain 
and  fancy  cards  and  folders  of  all  descriptions  and  are  headquarters 
for  wrapping  papers,  twines,  paper-bags,  etc.  They  also  manufac- 
ture rubber  printing  of  all  kinds.  The  proprietor,  Mr.  Charles  F.  Bus- 
well,  is  a  native  of  Worcester,  Vt.,  and  started  this  business  but  a  few 
years  ago  with  a  small  hand  printing  press  and  only  a  few  dollars  at 
his  command.  By  strict  attention  to  business,  always  striving  to 
please  his  customers,  he  has  built  up  a  large  and  flourishing  business 
and  is  widely  known  in  business  circles  as  an  able  and  honorable 
young  man,  who  has  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  details  and  re- 
quirements of  the  trade,  and  one  who  fully  merits  the  wonderful  suc- 
cess the  company  has  achieved  through  his  able  management.  In 
conclusion  we  would  say  if  you  desire  superior  work  at  low  prices, 
address  them  for  samples  and  estimates  and  see  if  they  do  not  sub- 
stantiate all  that  we  have  said  in  their  favor. 


E.  D.  HYDE,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Dealer  in  Nails,  Iron, 
Lime,  Cement,  and  Heavy  Hardware,  Corner  Main  and  Barre 
Streets.— The  house  of  Mr.  E.  D.  Hyde,  at  the  corner  of  Main  and 
Barre  Streets,  is  the  pioneer  in  the  hardware  trade  of  this  section, 
and  represents  the  results  of  over  sixty  years  of  honorable  and  suc- 
cessful effort.  Mr.  Hyde  is  an  extensive  wholesale  and  retail  dealer 
in  nails,  iron,  lime,  cement  and  heavy  hardware;  while  making 
a  leading  specialty  in  flour.  The  business  was  founded  in  1828,  by 
Messrs.  Hyde  &  Dodge,  and  after  some  changes,  the  present  pro- 
prietor came  into  control  as  successor  to  Hyde  &  Foster  in  1875. 
Push  and  enterprise  have  long  been  predominant  character- 
istics of  the  management  of  this  house.  The  businest 
premises  comprise  two  floors,  25  by  70  feet  each,  with  a  large 
basement  and  a  storehouse,  giving  ample  accommodations  for 
supplying  the  most  extensive  demand.  The  enterprise  displayed  by 
Mr.  Hyde  as  a  dealer  in  flour  has  served  to  give  him  a  wide  reputa- 
tion and  a  large  and  steadily  increasing  trade.  He  is  in  constant 
receipt  of  shipments  from  the  very  best  flouring  mills  in  the  West, 
buying  his  goods  direct  from  producers  and  first  hands,  and  is  en- 
abled to  furnish  the  best  goods  in  the  market  at  the  lowest  prices, 
whether  at  wholesale,  by  the  carload,  or  at  retail  by  the  barrel.  The 
demands  upon  his  resources  are  such  as  to  necessitate  the  carrying 
of  a  heavy  stock  at  all  times,  to  the  end  that  no  delay  may  be  ex- 
perienced in  the  filling  of  orders,  and  the  trade  in  flour  carried  on 
by  this  house  forms  an  important  factor  in  the  mercantile  activity  of 
the  community.  The  other  departments  represented  here  are  filled 
with  an  elaborate  and  diversified  stock.  Blacksmiths'  supplies,  tools, 
bar  iron  and  steel,  bolts  and  wrought  iron  nails,  horseshoes  and 
horseshoe-nails,  files  and  rasps,  chains  and  crowbars,  carriage  axles 
and  springs,  hubs,  spokes  and  rims;  lime,  cement  and  plaster. 
These  supplies  are  purchased  in  vast  quantities  direct  from  manu- 
facturers, and  special  attention  is  given  to  the  character  and  quality 
of  the  productions,  the  aim  being  not  only  to  meet  every  want,  but 
to  offer  the  very  best  in  every  case  that  the  markets  afford.  Signifi- 
cant advantages  are  extended  to  customers  in  the  matter  of  prices, 
and  the  best  interests  of  patrons  are  carefully  guarded  and  intelli- 
gently promoted  by  the  management.  Mr.  Hyde  is  a  native  of 
Montpelier,  son  of  one  of  the  founders  of  the  house,  trained  to  the 
business  from  his  youth  up,  still  in  the  early  prime  of  life,  and 
known  far  and  near  as  one  of  Montpelier's  wide-awake,  public- 
spirited  and  most  successful  business  men. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


A.  C.  BROWN  &  SON,  Fire,  Life,  and  Accident  Insurance 
Agents,  Corner  Main  and  State  Streets  and  Granite  Block,  Barre,  Vt.— 
The  best  medium  for  securing  insurance  policies  of  every  description 
in  Montpelier  is  the  agency  conducted  by  Messrs.  A.  C.  Brown  & 
Son,  at  the  corner  of  Main  and  State  Streets.  This  firm  are  desei-v- 
edly  prominent  and  popular  as  fire,  life  and  accident  insurance 
agents,  representing  $300,000,000  in  assets,  and  offering  special  in- 
ducements on  village  dwellings  and  farm  property.  The  senior 
partner  began  doing  insurance  business  here  in  1865,  as  agent  for  the 
Coimecticut  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company,  and  continued  year  by 
year  to  lengthen  and  strengthen  his  stakes,  enlarge  his  relations 
with  insurance  corporations  and  expand  his  popularity  with  all 
classes  of  property  holders,  until  he  gained  a  pre-eminence  as  an 
underwriter  of  which  he  has  every  reason  to  be  proud.  In  1888  the 
present  firm  was  organized  by  the  admission  of  Mr.  J.  G.  Brown  to 
partnership.  The  latter  had  been  trained  in  the  insurance  business 
from  his  early  youth,  and  now  combined  his  energy  and  ability  with 
the  ripe  experience  of  his  father  to  form  a  firm  of  commanding  influ- 
ence, wide  popularity  and  solid  worth.  This  firm  now  represent  the 
following  well-known  and  reliable  fire  insurance  companies,  to  wit: 
the  Continental,  the  Liberty,  the  Niagara,  the  Phenix,  and  the  Amer- 
ican, of  New  York;  the  Connecticut,  and  the  National,  of  Hartford; 
the  Commercial  Union,  the  Guardian,  the  London  and  Lancashire, 
the  Norwich  Union,  and  the  Queen,  of  England;  the  Fire  Associa- 
tion, of  Pennsylvania;  the  Providence-Washington,  of  Providence, 
E.  I. ;  the  First  National,  of  Worcester,  Mass. ;  the  Granite  State,  of 
Portsmouth,  N.  H. ;  the  New  Hampshire  and  the  People's  of  Man- 
chester, N.  H.;  also,  the  following  life  and  accident  companies:  the 
National  Life,  of  Montpelier,  Vt. ;  the  New  York  Life,  of  New  York 
City;  the  Travelers,  of  Hartford,  Ct. ;  Lloyds'  Plate  Glass,  and  the 
Fidelity  and  Casualty,  of  New  York.  Representing  as  they  do,  so 
many  millions  of  assets  and  resources,  the  Messrs.  Brown  possess 
unusual  facilites  for  placing  large  lines  of  insurance  on  mills,  manu- 
factories, churches,  school  houses,  business  blocks,  dwellings  and 
general  merchandise  stocks,  at  a  moment's  notice  and  at  reasonable 
rates.  Their  long  experience  in  the  business  is  a  guarantee  that 
they  fully  understand  the  requirements  of  property  holders  and 
can  offer  the  very  best  possible  indemnity  furnished  by  re^ 
sponsible  insurance  corporations.  The  officers  and  managers  of 
the  companies  named  have  entire  confidence  in  the  ability 
and  integrity  of  this  firm,  and  they  are  thus  enabled  to  secure 
equal  and  exact  justice  to  all  parties  when  a  loss  occcurs. 
Due  notice  is  always  given  of  the  expiration  of  policies,  and  all  losses 
are  promptly  adjusted  and  paid  at  this  office.  The  firm  numbers 
among  its  extensive  clientele  many  of  the  wealthiest  citizens  and 
leading  merchants  and  manufacturers  of  Montpelier  and  vicinity, 
and  operate  a  branch  ofiQce  at  Barre.  The  senior  partner  is  one  of 
Montpelier's  most  active,  influential  and  public-spirited  business 
men.  He  was  born  in  Sutton,  Vt.,  in  1828  and  came  to  Montpelier  in 
1854;  was  prominent  in  journalism  and  newspaper  matters,  aided  in 
raising  the  Thirteenth  Vermont  Regiment  and  went  out  as  its  Lieu- 
tenant-Colonel. He  served  as  reporter  in  the  House  of  Representa- 
tives for  fifteen  years  consecutively,  was  foremost  in  establishing 
telephonic  connections  throughout  the  eastern  part  of  the  state,  and 
is  proprietor  of  the  Telephone  Exchange  in  this  village;  is  president 
of  the  Montpelier  Board  of  Fire  Under\vriters,  a  member  of  Aurora 
Lodge  No.  22,  F.  and  A.  M.  and  honored  and  esteemed  in  social,  edu- 
cational and  business  circles  for  his  broad  culture,  and  ready  ability. 
Mr.  Joseph  G.  Brown  was  born  in  Montpelier,  received  a  liberal 
education,  is  secretary  of  the  Business  Men's  Association,  a  member 
of  the  I.  O.  R.  M.  and  accounted  among  those  energetic,  enterpris- 
ing and  progressive  young  business  men  in  whose  hands  the  contin- 
ued development  of  this  commimity  rests. 


CAPITAIi  GRANITE  COIWPANY,  Barre  Street.— Mont- 
pelier is  fast  becoming  a  noted  center  for  the  highest  order  of 
achievement  and  skill  in  monumental  work  of  all  kinds,  and  a  worthy 
exponent  of  the  industry  is  the  Capital  Granite  Company,  conducted 
under  the  expert  management  of  Mr.  T.  W.  Eagan,  with  office  and 
works  eligibly  located  on  Barre  Street,  near  the  tracks  of  the  Mont- 
pelier &  Wells  River  and  the  Barre  Railroads.  Mr.  Eagan  estab- 
hshed  the  business  here  in  1887,  and  brings  to  bear  special  qualifica- 
tions, including  large  practical  experience,  sound  judgment  and 
thorough  artistic  taste  and  skill.    He  has  achieved  a  wide-spread 


reputation  for  producing  the  most  original  designs  of  beautiful  and 
elaborately  finished  monuments,  tablets,  headstones,  slabs  and 
statuary  work,  while  all  work  is  executed  in  the  same  perfect  man- 
ner and  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence.  His  works  are 
thoroughly  spacious  in  size,  fitted  up  with  every  requisite  for  the 
business,  and  upwards  of  twenty-five  hands  find  steady  employment 
here,  including  some  of  the  finest  carvers  and  sculptors  in  town. 
Mr.  Eagan  is  a  perfect  judge  of  granites,  and  handles  only  the 
hardest  stone,  free  from  iron,  remarkable  for  its  silky  texture,  sus- 
ceptible of  the  highest  polish  and  absolutely  impervious  to  water  or 
frost.  His  finished  monuments  compare  favorably  with  anything 
shown  here,  and  are  to  be  seen  in  all  parts  of  the  country,  their  well- 
tested  merits  and  marked  appreciation  in  every  cemetery  being 
their  best  recommendation,  their  only  needed  endorsement.  The 
trade  and  public  in  search  of  monumental  work  can  nowhere  find 
such  splendid  specimens  for  so  little  money.  Mr.  Eagan  is  an  ac- 
complished master  of  his  art,  aims  to  excel  in  all  he  undertakes, 
and  is  a  young  man  of  large  business  experience  and  marked  ability, 
who  has  built  up  his  business  on  the  substantial  basis  of  merit,  and 
richly  deserves  his  large  measure  of  popularity  and  success.  Mr. 
Eagan  with  S.  H.  Forsyth,  James  Ingram  and  W.  H.  Harrison  has 
recently  purchased  the  large  quarry  property  in  Barre,  Vermont, 
which  covers  an  area  of  230  acres  of  new  and  undeveloped  land, 
and  gives  promise  of  being  one  of  the  most  valuable  granite  areas 
in  this  granite  producing  state,  and  has  opened  quarries  for  the  pro- 
duction of  the  celebrated  light,  medium  and  dark  Barre  granite,  suit- 
able for  all  the  requirements  of  the  trade.  Contractors  and  others 
desiring  stock  in  the  rough  for  vaults,  tombs,  or  any  kind  of  building 
work,  are  invited  to  write  for  prices  before  placing  orders,  as  the 
company  is  prepared  to  offer  advantageous  terms.  The  company 
also  offers  quarry  for  sale.  Rare  chance  for  investors.  CoiTespon- 
dence  is  solicited  by  them.  The  enterprise  is  now  known  as  the 
Green  Mountain  Granite  Company. 


OTONTPEIilER  STEAM  liAUNDRY,  Golden  Fleece, 
Main  Street. — The  largest  establishment  of  its  kind  in  town  and  a 
most  useful  and  important  adjunct  to  the  convenience  of  its  inhab- 
itants is  the  Montpelier  Steam  Laundry,  located  on  Main  Street. 
This  business  was  established  in  1881  by  L.  W.  Watson,  who  was 
succeeded  by  Charles  Smith,  and  he  was  succeeded  by  Leon  H.  Lom- 
bard, the  present  firm  succeeding  to  the  control  in  1888.  The  prem- 
ises occupied  comprise  one  floor,  25  x  150  feet  in  dimensions.  The 
mechanical  equipment  embraces  the  best  machinery  and  devices 
that  can  be  obtained,  while  employment  is  given  to  eleven  expert 
hands.  The  work  is  carefully  and  systematically  directed  and  the 
highest  order  of  excellence  is  uniformly  maintained.  Collars  and 
cuffs  are  laundried  in  the  most  perfect  style,  and  particular  attention 
is  devoted  to  shirts  and  gentlemen's  underwear.  The  reputation  of 
the  house  furnishes  a  guarantee  that  the  highest  results  are  ahvays 
reached,  and  it  is  an  inflexible  rule  with  this  firm  that  no  goods  shall 
leave  the  establishment  that  are  not  done  up  artistically  and  in  the 
most  superior  manner.  Work  is  called  for  and  delivered  without 
extra  charge,  and  all  orders  are  executed  promptly  and  satisfacto- 
rily. The  prices  are  very  moderate  and  the  concern  may  he  de- 
pended upon  as  reliable  and  responsible.  The  proprietors,  Messrs. 
H.  M.  Whitcomb  and  Son,  are  natives  of  Vermont  and  are  recognized 
as  enterprising,  progressive,  and  valuable  citizens. 

H.  T.  WHITNEY,  Surgeon  Dentist,  No.  32  Main  Street.— 
Prominent  among  the  leading  members  of  the  dental  profession  in 
Montpelier  is  Dr.  H.  T.  Whitney,  who  has  won  a  reputation  for  prac- 
tical skill  and  professional  ability  which  places  him  among  the  fore- 
most and  most  successful  dentists  in  the  state.  The  latest  improve- 
ments in  dental  science  and  mechanism  are  sure  to  find  a  place  in 
his  office.  The  different  preparations  of  cocaine  and  vapors  for  the 
alleviation  of  pain  in  sensitive  teeth,  previous  to  filling  or  extracting, 
have  proved  of  great  success  in  his  hands.  His  parlors  and  operat- 
ing rooms  are  handsomely  furnished  and  equipped  with  every  facil- 
ity and  convenience  for  the  ease  and  comfort  of  patrons.  In  artifi- 
cial work  Dr.  Whitney  cannot  be  surpassed.  He  enjoys  a  large  and 
influential  patronage  drawn  from  the  best  class  of  citizens  in  Mont- 
pelier and  surrounding  towns.  His  charges  are  very  moderate  and 
thoroughly  consistent  with  first-class  work,  while  his  engagements 
are  always  promptly  kept.  Dr.  Whitney  is  a  native  of  Worcester, 
Vt.,  still  in  the  active  prime  of  life,  and  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M. 


MONTPELIEK,     VEKMONT. 


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DAN'Ii  F.  liONGj  Bookseller  and  Stationer,  Legal  Blanks, 
Etc.— One  of  Montpelier's  business  landmarks  surrounded  by  pleas- 
-ant  historic  associations,  is  the  book  and  stationery  store  of  Mr. 
Daniel  F.  Long,  on  State  Street.  The  house  was  founded  forty  years 
ago,  and  for  many  years  was  under  the  control  of  Mr.  T.  C.  Phin- 
ney,  who  was  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1885.  The 
store  is  one  of  the  handsomest  and  most  attractive  on  this  fashion- 
able thoroughfare,  and  so  popular  a  resort  has  it  become  that  all 
Montpelier  may,  with  a  little  exaggeration,  be  said  to  pass  through  it 
in  a  day.  The  literary  residents  of  the  town,  and  all  lovers  of 
good  reading,  make  it  their  chief  rendezvous.  To  drop  into  Long's 
for  the  daily  newspaper,  and  a  glimpse  at  the  last  new  book  or  mag- 
azine, is  with  them  a  daily  duty.  To  every  stranger  it  is,  from  its 
literary  attractiveness,  a  place  not  to  be  overlooked.  It  is  liberally 
patronized  by  both  ladies  and  gentlemen,  old  and  young,  from  all 
classes  of  society,  and,  especially  during  the  holidays,  is  one  of  the 
busiest  places  in  town.  It  has  well  stocked  departments  for  fine  sta- 
'tionery,  fancy  goods,  books,  picture  frames,  etchings,  engravings 
and  paintings,  gold  pens  and  field,  opera  and  spy  glasses.  Its  stock 
contains  at  all  times  scientific,  agricultural  and  miscellaneous  works 
from  the  best  authors,  works  of  devotion,  prayer  books  and  bibles, 
books  in  fine  bindings,  and  illustrated  works  in  prose  and  poetry, 
maps,  globes  and  guide  books,  sporting  literature,  juvenile  works 
and  toy  books,  with  special  counters  for  newspapers,  periodicals  and 
seaside  novels,  albums,  leather  goods  and  Christmas  gifts  for  all 
tastes  and  fancies,  legal  blanks,  blank  books  and  school  supplies.  It 
Is  never  without  the  last  new  thing  in  French,  English  and  American 
literature,  and  it  is  the  recognized  headquarters  for  every  line  of 
-goods  here  mentioned.  Its  methods  of  dealing  are  always  liberal 
and  honorable,  and  it  is  universally  popular  with  the  masses.  Mr. 
Long  is  a  gentleman  of  broad  culture,  wide  observation  and  large 
business  experience,  and  stands  deservedly  high  in  social  and  busi- 
ness circles. 

WOOIiSON  BROS.,  Tailors,  Union  Block.— The  history  of 
prominent  representatives  of  the  tailor's  art  in  Vermont  mvist  give 
a  leading  position  to  Mr.  S.  C.  Woolson,  of  Montpelier,  who  has 
been  established  in  the  business  here  since  1856.  He  has  during  all 
these  years  been  recognized  as  a  tower  of  strength  in  the  trade,  and, 
by  his  enterprise  and  splendid  acquirements  in  his  profession,  he  has 
built  up  a  reputation  and  a  trade  thoroughly  national  in  extent  and 
eminently  creditable  in  character.  He  has  customers  in  all  parts  of 
the  United  States,  who  renew  their  orders  each  season  for  the  custom 
work  of  this  house.  To  seek  its  services  once  is  to  be  its  patron 
always.  The  chambers  occupied  by  Mr.  Woolson  are  In  Union 
Block,  on  State  Street,  and  are  spacious  in  size,  and  attractive  in  all 
their  arrangements  and  appointments.  Here  is  exhibited  one  of  the 
finest  stocks  of  cloths  and  trimmings  to  be  found  anywhere.  It  is 
•complete  in  material,  design  and  novelty,  and  the  very  best  sources 
■of  American  and  European  production  have  contributed  to  its 
wealth.  Mr.  Woolson  devotes  his  entire  time  and  attention  to  fine 
•custom  work,  and  his  garments  are  recognized  as  simply  perfection 
in  style,  fit  and  artistic  workmanship.  To  be  found  among  his  per- 
manent customers  are  a  large  majority  of  the  best  dressed  citizens 
of  Montpelier  and  vicinity,  gentlemen  young  and  old,  who  under- 
stand the  merits  of  a  thoroughly  first-class  tailor,  and  who  find  in 
Mr.  Woolson's  establishment  not  only  a  line  of  goods  that  is  at  all 
times  superior,  but  a  place  where  the  general  make  up,  fit  and  trim- 
■ming  of  a  garment  is  a  matter  of  careful  consideration  and  study. 
When  it  is  learned  that  a  corps  of  twenty  skilled  tailors  are  em- 
ployed, and  that  the  trade  of  the  establishment  demands  their  con- 
stant services,  the  extensive  business  that  is  here  transacted  can  be 
somewhat  appreciated.  The  motto  of  the  house  is:  "  Garments 
made  as  they  should  be,"  and  that  rule  is  rigidly  adhered  to.  Mr. 
Woolson  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  and  one  of  Montpelier's 
most  successful  and  representative  business  men.  He  is  a  member 
■of  Mt.  Zion  Commandery,  of  excellent  repute  and  standing  in  so 
<:iety,  and  eminently  fair  and  conscientious  in  all  his  business  transac- 
tions. 

C.  B.  ROBERTS,  Montpelier  House  Livery  Stable,  State  St.— 
The  most  popular  living  man  in  Montpelier  is  Mr.  Clark  B.  Roberts, 
proprietor  of  the  Exchange,  Livery  Stable  rear  of  Exchange  Hotel. 
This  is  an  old  stand,  but  since  the  accession  of  Mr.  Roberts  to  the 
management,  during  the  past  year,  it  has  been  placed  upon  a  plane 


of  excellence  and  efficiency  never  before  known  in  its  history.  The 
premises  are  spacious  and  commodious,  well  lighted,  ventilated  and 
drained,  and  eligibly  located  in  the  rear  of  the  Exchange  House.  Mr. 
Roberts  has  a  stock  of  twenty  horses,  including  those  suitable  for 
hire  by  ladies  or  invalids,  as  well  as  those  noted  for  speed  and  stay- 
ing qualities,  all  of  which  are  let  for  business  or  pleasure,  day  or 
night,  on  very  moderate  terms.  Among  his  vehicles  are  included 
elegant  coaches,  carriages,  buggies  and  road  wagons,  and  here  is  to 
found  some  of  the  finest  turn-outs  to  be  seen  on  the  streets  of  the 
Capital.  The  proprietor  is  also  prepared  to  supply  wedding  parties, 
funerals  and  excursions  with  any  number  of  carriages  at  the  shortest 
notice.  Mr.  Roberts  has  likewise  been  engaged  in  job  teaming  and 
heavy  trucking  since  1886  and  still  gives  that  his  prompt  attention 
in  connection  with  his  livery  business.  Particular  attention  is  paid 
to  moving  pianos,  safes,  or  any  extra  heavy  articles,  and  satisfaction 
is  guaranteed  in  all  cases.  Mr.  Roberts  gives  his  close  personal  super- 
vision to  all  details  of  the  business,  employs  only  experienced  and 
reliable  help,  and  places  his  charges  on  a  fair  and  equitable  basis. 
For  expeditious  and  careful  handling  and  transferring  of  heavy 
freights,  or  for  promptness  and  despatch  in  the  fulfillment  of  all 
orders,  no  one  in  the  business  here  enjoys  a  better  reputation,  as 
none  receive  a  larger  measure  of  recognition  and  patronage.  Mr. 
Roberts  is  a  native  of  Williamstown,  Vt.,  in  the  active  prime  of  life, 
and  counts  his  friends  and  patrons  by  the  score. 

THE  MISSES  FISK,  Fine  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods, 
Stamping  Done,  No.  27  State  Street.— A  neat,  handsome  and  attrac- 
tive business  establishment  very  popular  with  the  ladies  is  that  of 
the  Misses  Fisk,  located  at  No.  27  State  Street,  milliners  and  dealers 
in  fancy  goods.  These  ladies  have  been  identified  with  this  business 
since  1887.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  one  fioor,  20  x  40  feet  in 
dimensions.  A  very  large  stock  of  fine  goods  is  constantly  carried, 
embracing  superb  bonnets  and  hats,  rich  and  elegant  in  their  trim- 
mings of  feathers,  flowers  and  ribbons  and  also  a  general  line  of 
silks,  velvets,  laces,  plumes,  etc.,  and  embroideries  and  decorative 
art  needle  work.  A  special  feature  of  the  business  is  stamping 
which  is  done  promptly,  and  neatly  at  reasonable  prices.  The  goods 
shown  are  in  charming  variety,  and  patrons  can  secure  every  pattern 
and  design  almost  simultaneously  with  its  appearance  at  the  cen- 
ters of  fashion  and  production.  An  assortment  of  art  embroidery 
materials  is  constantly  carried,  comprehending  all  that  is  held  in  esti- 
mation or  which  culture  and  refinement  call  for.  Misses  Mary  E.  and 
Hattie  C.  Fisk,  the  proprietors,  are  natives  of  Waitsfield,  Vt.  and  are 
ladies  of  education  and  refinement  and  are  highly  respected  for 
their  business  ability,  and  many  excellent  qualities  of  mind  and 
heart,  and  richly  deserve  the  abundant  success  they  have  already 
achieved. 


DENISON  DEWEY  &  SON,  Stoves  and  Tinware,  State 
Street. — This  house  was  established  in  1860,  by  Mr.  Denison  Dewey, 
and  in  1885  the  present  firm  was  organized  by  the  admission  of  Mr. 
Frank  Dewey  to  partnership.  The  business  premises  comprise  one 
floor,  20  by  110  feet,  and  another  30  by  70  feet,  and  unsurpassed  facil- 
ities are  possessed  for  the  systematic  and  successful  procecution 
of  the  business  in  all  its  branches.  The  line  of  stoves  here  car- 
ried embodies  the  latest  improvements  made  in  both  heating 
and  cooking,  received  direct  from  the  most  famous  manufac- 
turers and  commending  their  own  superior  merits  to  the  confidence 
and  patronage  of  critical  and  discriminating  buyers.  Here  is  also 
displayed  tin,  sheet-iron  and  copper  ware,  glass  and  plated  ware, 
and  all  the  various  utensils  belonging  to  this  line,  which  are  in  use 
by  the  housekeeper  and  farmer.  The  specialties  in  some  lines  bear 
such  a  character  for  usefulness  and  utility  as  to  command  universal 
attention  and  general  patronage.  Peddlers  are  furnished  with  tin- 
ware of  every  description  at  the  lowest  rates.  In  the  manufacture 
of  tin  and  sheet-iron  ware  this  house  occupies  an  unquestioned  posi- 
tion at  the  head  of  the  trade  from  which  it  can  make  good  its  claim 
for  accomplishing  the  best  and  most  thorough  work  to  be  found  in 
any  locality.  A  corps  of  five  skilled  assistants  contribute  to  the  satis- 
factory operations  of  the  house,  and  the  trade  is  large,  first-class 
and  influential  in  village  and  country.  Mr.  Dewey,  the  honored 
senior  partner  and  founder  of  the  business,  is  a  native  of  Montpelier 
and  one  of  its  be.'st  known  and  most  substantial  citizens.  His  son 
combines  his  energy  and  vigor  to  form  a  firm  of  commanding  influ- 
ence, eminent  popularity  and  solid  worth. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


PECK  Sc  CUMMINS,  Successors  to  Pecks  &  Cummins, 
Manufacturers  of  Harness,  Collar,  Wax  Upper  and  Card  Leather, 
Dealers  in  Leather  and  Findings,  South  Main  Street.— In  no  branch 
of  manufactures  is  it  more  important  to  have  the  best  quality  of 
materials  and  thoroughly  first-class  workmanship  than  in  the  har- 
ness and  saddlery  trade.  As  in  everything  else,  the  best  'is  the 
cheapest,  and  loss,  damage  and  possibly  fatal  results  are  certain  to 
follow  the  use  of  the  much  praised,  cheap  harness  so  pretentiously 
displayed  to  the  public.  The  only  way  for  the  harness  manufacturer 
to  secure  the  best  results  is  to  purchase  his  leather  of  a  house  whose 
reputation  for  reliable  goods  is  firmly  established,  and  in  Montpeher 
is  to  be  found  just  such  a  concern,  conducted  by  Messrs.  Peck  & 
Cummins,  on  South  Main  Street.  This  firm  are  deservedly  promi- 
nent as  manufacturers  of  harness,  collar,  breeching  and  oil  grain 
leather  and  as  wholesale  and  retail  dealers  in  leather  and  findings. 
The  business  was  originally  established  in  1874,  by  Messrs.  Pecks  & 
Co.,  the  present  firm  coming  into  control  in  1887  as  successors  to 
Pecks  &  Cummins.  The  business  premises  comprise  a  tannery 
40  by  100  feet,  with  several  ells,  and  also  a  store  and  basement,  24  by 
70  feet  each,  thus  giving  an  abundance  of  room  for  supplying  the 
most  extensive  demand.  The  products  of  this  responsible  house  are 
in  extensive  and  increasing  demand  wherever  once  introduced, 
owing  to  the  uniformly  high  standard  of  excellence  at  which  they 
are  maintained.  Their  specialty  of  harness  leather  is  an  article  of 
exceptional  merit,  and  as  a  consequence  it  has  secured  an  enduring 
hold  on  popular  favor  everywhere,  being  in  fact  unsurpassed,  if 
equalled,  by  anything  of  the  kind  produced  in  the  United  States  to- 
day. The  proprietors  are  gentlemen  of  large  practical  experience, 
thoroughly  conversant  with  every  detail  of  the  business  and  the 
requirements  of  patrons,  and  give  constant  employment  to  a  force  of 
twenty-five  skilled  hands.  They  handle  productions  of  other  con- 
cerns as  well  as  goods  of  their  own  manufacture,  and  are  in  a  posi- 
tion to  flu  all  orders,  either  at  wholesale  or  retail,  with  the  utmost 
promptness  and  at  terms  and  prices  which  are  safe  from  successful 
competition.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  R.  K.  Peck  and  A.  O.  Cum- 
mins, are  among  the  best  known  citizens  and  representative  business 
men  at  the  capital.  Mr.  Peck  is  a  native  of  Montpelier,  while  Mr. 
Cummins  was  born  in  East  Montpelier,  and  both  are  deservedly  pop- 
ular in  business  and  social  life. 


H.  R.  BIXBIT,  Successor  to  Bixby  &  Co.,  Drugs  and  Medi- 
cines, No.  10  State  Street . — The  importance  of  the  druggists'  profes- 
sion is  apparent  to  every  person  of  ordinary  intelligence.  Montpe- 
lier has  just  reason  for  taking  pride  in  her  pharmaceutical  concerns, 
and  a  leading  representative  of  the  trade  is  the  establishment  of  Mr. 
H.  R.  Bixby,  at  No.  10  State  Street.  This  house  has  been  in  success- 
ful operation  for  a  period  of  forty  years,  and  has  long  been  de- 
servedly popular  by  reason  of  its  first-class  goods  and  liberal  busi- 
ness management.  It  was  originally  opened  in  1850  by  Messrs.  Col- 
lins &  Pierce,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  Messrs.  Bixby  &  Co. 
in  1887.  Mr.  Bixby  had  been  connected  with  the  house  for  many 
years,  and  brought  to  bear  upon  the  business  as  proprietor  large 
practical  experience  and  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  requirements 
of  the  public  in  this  direction  of  trade.  The  store  is  one  of  the  most 
attractive  features  of  this  popular  thoroughfare,  being  neatly  and 
tastefully  fitted  up  and  furnished,  while  special  provision  is  made  for 
the  compounding  of  physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  recipes  at 
all  hours,  in  which  department  the  highest  degree  of  accuracy  and 
precision  is  maintained.  The  stock  embraces  a  full  and  carefully 
selected  assortment  of  pure,  fresh  drugs,  chemicals  and  pharmaceu- 
tical preparations,  all  of  which  are  up  to  the  highest  standard  de- 
manded by  the  United  States  pharmacopeia.  A  full  and  complete 
line  is  also  kept  of  proprietary  remedies  of  known  merit  and  reputa- 
tion, besides  toilet  and  fancy  goods,  perfumery,  physicians'  and 
druggists'  sundries,  and  in  fact  everything  pertaining  to  a  well-con- 
ducted pharmacy.  None  but  thoroughly  qualified  assistants  are  em- 
ployed, prices  are  invariably  just  and  reasonable,  and  all  supplies 
are  purchased  direct  from  the  most  reliable  sources  known  to  the 
trade.  Under  such  auspices  it  is  not  too  much  to  say  that  Mr.  Bixby 
well  deserves  the  large  and  influential  patronage  he  enjoys,  both 
from  the  public  and  the  medical  profession.  Mr.  Bixby  is  a  native 
of  Barre,  Vt.,  and  known  and  esteemed  in  this  community  as  an  ac- 
complished pharmacist  and  an  enterprising,  progressive  and  reliable 
business  man,  with  whom  it  is  always  pleasant  and  profltable  to  deal. 


E.  H.  AI^IiER,  Books,  Stationery,  Newspapers,  Periodicals, 
etc..  No.  15  State  Street.— One  of  the  popular  resorts  oi;  the  literary, 
loving  public  of  Montpelier  is  the  establishment  of  Mr.  E.  H.  AUer, 
the  well-known  dealer  in  books,  stationery,  etc.,  at  No.  15  State 
Street.  This  gentleman  succeeded  Mr.  H.  E.  Slayton  in  this  business 
in  October,  1890,  and  enjoys  a  large,  first-class  and  influential  trade 
at  both  wholesale  and  retail.  His  store  is  one  of  the  attractive  fea- 
tures of  this  popular  thoroughfare,  and  its  stock  is  one  of  the  most 
complete  and  comprehensive  of  the  kind  in  the  state.  It  embraces 
hundreds  of  volumes  from  the  pens  of  the  best  authors,  American 
and  foreign,  the  latter  including  the  choicest  works  of  both  ancient 
and  modern  writers.  Many  rare  and  valuable  publications  appear 
on  the  shelves,  and  the  educational  series,  to  which  particular  atten- 
tion is  devoted,  represent  the  most  interesting  and  instructive  of 
that  class.  There  is  scarcely  a  book  of  importance  from  the  fresh- 
est publication  to  the  earliest  print,  that  cannot  be  found  in  this 
assortment,  while  any  book  is  furnished  at  short  notice  and  at  the 
lowest  price.  A  very  heavy  and  varied  supply  of  blank  books  and 
stationery  is  carried,  suited  to  the  requirements  of  both  the  ti-ade 
and  the  public,  and  orders  of  whatever  magnitude  are  given  prompt 
and  careful  attention.  No  house  in  the  state  is  better  equipped  for 
executing  orders  in  this  line,  and  as  regards  terms  and  prices  it  is 
in  a  position  to  challenge  competition.  The  business  is  systemati- 
cally organized  and  directed,  and,  in  addition,  there  is  a  circu- 
lating library  connected  which  is  becoming  liberally  patronized 
by  reason  of  the  well-selected  stock  displayed  therein,  which  are 
placed  at  the  disposal  of  readers  at  very  favorable  rates.  Under  its 
present  management,  this  house  may  be  said  to  wield  a  strong  and 
healthful  influence  on  the  welfare  of  the  community,  and  to  be  a. 
leader  in  our  local  mercantile  development.  Mr.  AUer  is  a  gentle- 
man of  large  business  experience,  wide  observation,  and  sound 
judgment,  with  whom  it  will  be  found  a  pleasure  to  deal. 

UNITED  STATES  CLOTHES  PIN  COMPANY,  Man- 
ufacturers of  Clothes  Pins  and  Lumber  Mill  Products  Finished  for 
Builders. — This  company  was  organized  September  1,  1887,  and  is. 
ofiSeered  as  follows:  Gen.  Stephen  Thomas,  president;  S.  T.  New- 
comb,  vice-president.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  building  40 
X  100  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted  up  with  all  the  latest  improved  ma- 
chinery and  appliances.  A  large  force  of  hands  are  constantly  em- 
ployed.    These  clothes  pins  are  a  great  inveiition  and  one  that  every 


housekeeper  will  appreciate,  and  after  once  se  e 

have  no  other,  and  wonder^how  they  have  done  without  them  so  long. 
They  will  hold  the  clothes  on  a  rope  or  wire  line  in  a  high  wind  or 
blizzard,  and  when  put  on  properly  will  not  be  lost  by  falling  off 
They  can  be  put  on  or  taken  off  the  line  without  tearing  the  most  del- 
icate fabric,  as  the  rough  sawed,  split  pin  will  do  by  being  crowded, 
on,  wearing  holes  in  handkerchiefs  and  all  fine  linen.  They  will  not 
break,  split  or  rust  the  clothes,  being  made  of  best  galvanized  spring 
wire  and  selected  hard  wood.  They  cannot  freeze  and  lock  on  the 
line  as  they  will  open  at  the  top  and  let  the  snow  and  ice  out.  The 
company  commenced  business  by  manufacturing  fifteen  gross  of 
pins  daUy.  Owing  to  the  rapid  increase  of  business  they  now  turn 
out  one  hundred  and  fifty  gross  per  day.  The  trade  extends  all  over 
the  United  States,  through  jobbing  houses  and  traveling  salesmen. 
The  company  deal  extensively  in  lumber  of  all  kinds,  having  aU  nec- 
essary wood-working  machinery  they  furnish  mouldings  and  all 
kinds  of  inside  finish  and  do  a  general  lumber  and  jobbing  business. 
General  Stephen  Thomas,  the  president  of  the  company,  is  one  of 
Vermont's  best  known  and  highly  esteemed  public  men.  He  entered 
the  army  as  colonel  of  the  Eighth  Vermont  and  returned  brigadier- 
general.  Mr.  S.  T.  Newcomb,  the  vice-president,  is  a  young  man  of 
enterprise  and  abUity,  fully  competent  to  manage  this  large  and  flour- 
ishing business  successfully.    He  is  a  native  of  Montpelier. 


MONTPELIER,     VERMONT. 


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J,  v,  BABCOCK,  Druggist  and  Apothecary,  State  Street.— 
In  excellence,  reliability  and  extent  of  trade  the  pharmacy  of  Mr. 
J.  V.  Babcock,  occupies  a  leading  position  in  MontpeUer.  Its  busi- 
ness reputation  is  of  the  highest  character,  and  the  careful  regard 
for  the  interests  of  the  public  which  distinguishes  the  management 
has  gained  for  it  a  measure  of  popularity  shared  by  but  few  simi- 
lar concerns  in  town.  The  estabHshment  was  founded  in  1859,  and 
its  career  from  the  start  has  been  successful  and  prosperous.  Mr. 
Babcock  owns  the  large  business  block  in  which  his  store  is  situated 
and  his  establishment  is  spacious  in  size,  handsomely  appointed,  and 
no  pains  have  been  spared  to  make  it  as  complete  as  possible.  A 
very  large  stock  is  carried  of  pure  drugs,  chemicals,  pharmaceutical 
preparations,  essences  and  extracts,  roots  and  herbs,  toilet  articles 
And  fancy  goods,  druggists'  sundries  and  everything  kept  by  a  first- 
<!lass  establishment  devoted  to  this  trade.  The  proprietor  makes 
his  purchases  from  the  most  reputable  sources,  approaching  first 
hands  only,  which  fact  is  duly  appreciated  by  all  who  have  their 
wants  supplied  by  this  house.  The  prescription  department  is  care- 
fully and  skillfully  directed.  It  is  in  charge  of  experienced  com- 
pounders, and  the  limit  of  precision  and  safety  is  reached  in  every 
<5ase.  A  corps  of  accomplished  assistants  contribute  to  the  success- 
ful operations  of  the  house,  and  customers  are  given  prompt  and 
■courteous  attention.  We  cheerfully  accord  this  house  a  conspicu- 
ous place  in  these  pages,  both  on  account  of  its  own  high  standing 
and  the  i:nportance  of  the  drug  industry  to  society  at  large.  Mr. 
Babcock  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  a  thoroughly  trained  pharmacist  of 
vast  practical  experience  and  estaljlished  reputation,  and  an  enter- 
prising, reliable  and  progressive  business  man,  with  whom  it  will  be 
found  both  pleasant  and  profitable  to  deal. 

miss  S.  S.  SIjADE,  variety  Store,  Main  Street.— Prominent 
among  the  reliable  and  substantial  houses  of  this  town,  engaged  in 
mercantile  business,  is  that  of  Miss  S.  S.  Slade.  This'business  was  es- 
lablished  in  1881  by  J.  B.  Donovan.  The  present  proprietor,  taking 
control  in  1883,  has  greatly  increased  the  business  and  now  enjoys  a 
very  liberal  patronage.  The  premises  comprise  one  floor,  20  x  30 
feet  in  dimensions,  which  is  handsomely  fitted  up  and  is  greatly  ad- 
mired as  an  attractive  feature  of  this  busy  thoroughfare.  This  house 
posses.ses  the  most  perfect  facilities  for  obtaining  supplies  in  vast 
quantities  and  at  advantageous  rates,  making  its  purchases  direct 
from  the  most  famous  jobbers,  manufacturers  and  importers,  and 
securing  the  latest  styles  and  freshest  novelties  as  soon  as  they  are 
ready  for  the  trade.  Customers  are  thus  assured  of  obtaining  the 
most  fashionable  designs  and  patterns  in  hosiery,  underwe'ar,  neck- 
wear, corsets,  etc.,  which  make  their  appearance  on  the  counters  of 
this  popular  house  quite  as  soon  as  they  are  offered  for  sale  in  New 
York  or  Boston.  Responding  to  the  close  competition.  Miss  Slade 
places  her  prices  at  the  lowest  point  of  moderation,  even  lower  than 
<;an  be  secured  in  the  lar  «»  cities,  and  gives  to  patrons  every  advan- 
tage that  can  be  afforded  or  that  is  known  to  the  trade.  Miss  Slade 
is  a  native  of  Montpelier,  is  experienced  in  business,  and  has  a  keen 
appreciation  of  the  wants  of  customers  in  this  direction  of  trade  and 
is  highly  popular  and  successful  in  meeting  their  requirements  and 
■demands. 

H.  M.  PIEKOE,  Coal.— The  coal  interest  of  every  large  com- 
munity must  ever  remain  of  the  first  importance.  A  prominent  fac- 
tor in  the  development  of  the  trade  here  is  the  house  of  Mr.  H.  M. 
Pierce,  who  deals  at  both  wholesale  and  retail  in  coal  of  every  de- 
scription. The  business  so  successfully  conducted  by  him  was 
founded  some  twenty-five  years  ago  by  Messrs.  Bancroft  &  Holmes, 
who  were  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1887.  The  coal 
handled  is  noted  for  its  imiform  superiority  of  quality,  every  bushel 
disposed  of  being  fully  guaranteed  as  coming  up  to  the  highest 
standard  of  excellence.  The  heavy  demands  upon  the  resources  of 
the  house  necessitate  the  carrying  of  an  immense  stock  at  all  times, 
to  the  end  that  no  delay  may  be  experienced  in  the  filling  of  orders, 
while  the  facilities  of  the  house  place  it  on  a  par,  so  far  as  compe- 
tition goes,  with  its  largest  contemporaries,  whether  dealing  at 
wholesale  by  the  car  load  or  at  retail  by  the  ton.  The  lowest  market 
prices  invariably  prevail.  Mr.  Pierce  is  a  native  of  New  York,  and 
has  resided  in  Montpelier  for  the  past  twenty-five  years.  He  served 
in  the  army  during  the  war.  losing  an  arm  in  the  service,  and  for 
twenty-four  years  was  Assistant  Postmaster  of  Montpelier,  and  is 
universally  esteemed. 


jr.  P.  DONOVAN,  No.  59  Main  Street.— As  agent  for  the  New 
York  National  Building  and  Loan  Association  of  New  York  City, 
Mr.  J.  P.  Donovan  is  prepared  to  offer  his  patrons  an  investment 
that  is  better  than  a  savings  bank,  because  the  loans  are  made  to  its 
members  and  not  to  corporations,  because  the  loans  are  better  on 
the  same  security,  and  because  it  pays  four  times  the  profit.  An  in- 
vestment in  this  association  is  better  than  a  farm  loan,  because  it 
pays  three  times  the  profit,  because  the  income  is  converted  into 
mortgages  monthly,  and  because  investments  are  made  on  estab- 
lished values;  better  than  an  insurance  policy,  because  you  need  not 
die  to  win,  because  the  withdrawal  value  is  cash,  and  because  a  fail- 
ure in  ninety-seven  years  has  been  unknown  in  these  societies;  better 
than  railroad  stocks,  because  there  is  more  profit  and  no  risk,  be- 
cause the  shareholders  are  not  liable  for  anything  beyond  the  shares 
the.7  hold,  and  because  these  societies  have  never  been  put  in  re- 
ceivers' hands;  better  than  government  bonds,  because  it  produces 
six  times  greater  increase,  because  it  is  equally  safe  and  be- 
cause the  shares  are  sold  at  par.  The  New  York  National 
has  no  insurance  plan,  or  any  unusual  or  untried  feature  where- 
by it  may  be  brought  into  liability  or  insolvency.  If  safety 
and  not  hazard,  prudence  and  not  recklessness,  fair  income 
and  not  greedy  gain,  legitimate  properties  and  not  wild-cat  schemes 
are  desired  by  an  investor,  let  them  consult  Mr.  Donovan.  Twenty 
cents  a  day  sent  to  the  association  named  will  yield  one  thousand 
dollars  in  seven  years.  Mr.  Donovan  is  also  manager  in  Vermont 
for  the  Covenant  Mutual  Benefit  Association,  of  Galesburg,  111., 
which  offers  permanent  insurance  at  actual  cost.  He  is  also  prom- 
inent as  agent  in  Montpelier  and  vicinity  for  the  New  Home  Sewing 
Machine,  and  the  Packard  Organ,  and  as  a  general  dealer  in  the 
best  makes  of  pianos,  organs  and  sewing  machines.  He  occupies 
spacious  and  attractive  quarters  at  No.  59  Main  Street,  where  he 
carries  a  fine  stock  of  musical  merchandise,  instruments  and  sewing 
machines.  He  has  beeen  established  in  business  here  since  1880, 
and  is  a  gentleman  of  experience,  ability  and  influential  connec- 
tions. 

"THE  KXCHANGE"  (Formerly  the  Bishop  House),  Kelton 
&  Sj)arrow,  Proprietors,  State  Street,  Opposite  the  New  Post  Office. 
— In  a  carefully  written  review  of  the  solid  business  interests  of 
Montpelier,  no  branch  of  the  subject  will  attract  the  attention  of  the 
general  public  to  such  an  extent  as  that  treating  of  the  best  and  most 
desirable  hotels.  Special  reference  is  therefore  made  to  The  Ex- 
change (formerly  the  Bishop  House),  eligibly  located  on  State  Street, 
opposite  the  new  post  office.  This  popular  hotel,  being  closed  for 
some  years,  was  re-opened  March  1, 1891,  by  Kelton  &  Sparrow,  after 
being  thoroughly  remodeled  and  newly  furnished  throughout,  af- 
fording every  convenience  and  comfort  to  guests,  either  permanent, 
transient  or  commercial,  found  in  tlie  best  hotels  in  the  state.  It  has 
taken  on  a  new  lease  of  life,  and  under  its  present  enterprising  man- 
agement is  liberally  patronized  and  highly  regarded  by  all  who  need 
desirable  and  pleasant  home  comforts  in  hotel  accommodations. 
The  house  is  n^anaged  in  modern  style,  with  due  regard  to  the  com- 
fort, convenience  and  safety  of  guests.  In  location.  The  Exchange 
is  directly  central  to  the  most  fashionable  section  of  the  capital,  in 
close  proximity  to  the  state  liouse,  court  house,  post  office, 
churches,  and  best  stores  and  railroad  station,  and  is  just  the  place 
for  out-of  town  people  to  make  a  home  while  in  town.  Free  car- 
riages run  to  all  trains,  and  a  fine  livery  is  connected  with  the 
house.  The  Exchange  contains  sixty-five  rooms,  with  a  capacity  for 
accommodating  one  hundred  guests.  Chambers  are  neat,  clean, 
cosy,  well  lighted  and  ventilated.  Every  modern  convenience 
is  found  here.  For  health  and  comfort  th^  hygienic  arrangements 
are  perfect,  and  the  table  and  service,  and  cuisine,  leave  nothing  to 
be  desired.  3Ir.  Kelton  had  had  charge  of  the  Union  House  for 
some  years,  and  Mr.  Sparrow  has  had  fifteen  years'  experience  in 
hotel  business,  in  connection  with  The  Union,  The  Bishop  and 
Montpelier.  So  that  both  gentlemen  bring  enlarged  and  ripe  experi- 
ence into  the  management  of  The  Exchange.  The  rates  are  more 
moderate,  and  greater  care  is  exercised  to  please  every  guest  than 
is  the  case  with  any  other  hotel  here.  Mr.  Kelton  is  a  native  of 
East  Montpelier,  and  Mr.  Sparrow  of  Washington  County,  Vt.,  with 
a  well  earned  reputation  for  executive  ability  and  managerial  skill, 
and  are  gentlemen  with  whom  it  is  always  pleasant  to  meet  across 
the  office  counter,  or  in  the  business  and  social  walks  of  life. 


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INDUSTKIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


C.  H.  CROSS  Sc  SON,  Manufacturers  of  All  Kiuds  of  Confec- 
tionery, Crackers,  Bread  and  Cakes,  Dealers  in  Cigars  and  Nuts, 
Main  Street. — Tlie  leading  exponents  of  this  industry  in  Vermont  are 
Messrs.  C.  H.  Cross  &  Son,  of  Montpelier,  and,  as  sole  manufact- 
urers of  "  Montpelier  Crackers,"  they  permanently  maintain  the  lead. 
They  are  also  equally  prominent  as  manufacturers  of  all  kinds  of 
confectionery,  and  deal  extensively  in  cigars  and  nuts.  The  foun- 
dation of  this  business  was  laid  in  1828,  by  Messrs.  Timothy  Cross  & 
Co.,  and  in  1840,  Mr.  C.  H.  Cross,  a  member  of  the  firm,  succeeded  to 
the  sole  control,  continuing  as  proprietor  until  1863,  when  the  pres- 
ent firm  was  organized  by  the  admission  of  Mr.  L.  Bart.  Cross  to 
partnership.  They  own  and  occupy  a  series  of  five  buildings  in  their 
business,  and  give  constant  employment  to  a  large  force  of  skilled 
hands  in  all  the  various  departments.  The  bakery  is  a  model  of 
cleanliness,  good  order  and  expert  management,  and  is  equipped 
with  all  the  latest  improved  ovens,  appliances  and  machinery  neces- 
sary for  the  systematic  conduct  of  the  business.  Only  the  finest 
flour  and  other  choice  materials  are  utilized.  An  examination  of 
the  product  shows  it  to  possess  the  scientific  characteristics  of  a 
model  cereal  food,  and  this  idea  is  substantiated  by  the  fact  that  it  is 
used  by  the  most  critical  consumers  of  the  day — our  leading  hotels 
and  private  families.  The  demand  for  the  "  Montpelier  Crackers  "  is 
so  great  that  the  firm  manufacture  50,000  per  day.  Messrs.  Cross  & 
Son  have  also  shown  marked  enterprise  in  continually  widening  the 
field  of  manufacture  in  new  styles  and  novelties  in  confectionery, 
and  dealers  handling  their  goods  can  meet  every  taste  and  fancy  in 
flavors,  combinations,  and  fine  and  wholesome  confections.  They 
manufacture  the  best  grades  of  penny  goods,  bon-bons  and  chocolate 
goods,  including  all  the  rare  and  exquisite  flavors  so  di<ficult  to  ob- 
tain in  their  pristine  excellence  elsewhere.  They  believe  in  giving 
the  public  the  best  only.  They  consequently  use  only  the  purest  and 
choicest  of  sugars,  flavors,  extracts,  vegetable  colors,  etc.,  all  ma- 
nipulated in  the  most  scientific  and  cleanly  manner,  by  their  own 
processes.  The  house  is  represented  upon  the  road  by  talented 
salesmen,  and  the  trade  is  immense  and  influential  throughout  Ver- 
mont. The  honored  senior  partner  is  one  of  Montpelier's  oldest  and 
best  known  citizens,  and  the  pioneer  in  his  business;  born  in  New 
Hampshire,  but  a  resident  here  for  over  sixty  years,  and  enjoying 
the  warm  regard  of  his  fellow-men  for  his  lengthened  and  honorably 
successful  business  career.  Mr.  L.  Bart  Cross  was  born  in  Mont- 
pelier, and  is  one  of  its  most  active,  wide  awake  and  public  spirited 
business  men,  the  present  representative  from  this  town  in  the  state 
legislature,  and  has  filled  numerous  other  offices  of  honor  and  trust 
in  the  town,  county  and  state. 

D.  L.  FUIiliER  &:  SON,  Hardware,  Glass  and  Paints,  Main 
Street.— This  firm  are  extensive  wholesale  and  retail  dealers  in  hard- 
ware, paints,  oils  and  glass;  doors,  sash  and  blinds;  mowing 
machines,  horse  rakes  and  hay  tedders;  harrows,  plows  and  corn 
planters;  brick,  drain  tile  and  cement;  lath,  shingles,  etc.,  etc.  The 
business  was  established  in  1832,  by  Messrs.  Cross  &  Day,  in  the  same 
building  now  occupied;  they  were  succeeded  by  Loomis  &  Camp, 
who  gave  way  to  a  Union  Company,  and  they  were  succeeded  by 
Mr.  George  W.  Scott.  The  firm  of  Scott  &  Howe  next  took  con- 
trol, and  in  1874  the  firm  became  Fuller  &  Howe,  who  gave  place  to 
the  present  firm  in  1879.  The  business  premises  comprise  a  two- 
story  building,  45  x  23  feet;  a  two-story  structure,  40  x  50  feet;  a 
three-story  building,  36  x  60  feet;  one  floor,  30  feet  square;  and  a 
storehouse  measuring  40  x  80  feet.  All  this  immense  floor  space  is 
utilized  in  the  disposal  of  the  immense  and  varied  stock  here  con- 
stantly carried.  The  assortments  embrace  every  known  article  in 
the  line  of  carpenters'  and  builders'  hardware,  table  and  pocket 
cutlery,  locksmiths'  and  butchers'  supplies,  machinists'  and  mechan- 
ics'tools;  painters' supplies  of  all  kinds,  agricultural  implements, 
builders'  materials  and  general  housekeeping  utensils.  To  attempt 
an  enumeration  of  the  various  articles  here  displayed  would  be  to 
present  the  reader  with  an  immense  catalogue.  Suffice  it  to  say, 
"they  keep  everything."  The  stock  of  farming  implements  com- 
prises the  most  improved,  and  those  best  adapted  to  the  use  of  the 
farmer,  all  of  which  are  fully  warranted,  while  many  are  patented, 
for  the  sale  of  which  this  firm  has  the  exclusive  agency  in  this  mar- 
ket. Buying  their  supplies  in  large  quantities  direct  from  manufac- 
turers, this  firm  secure  the  most  advantageous  rates,  and  are  there- 
fore in  a  position  to  offer  inducements  to  dealers  and  consumers. 


They  have  built  up  a  very  large  and  influential  business  with  the^ 
trade  throughout  the  eastern  part  of  the  state,  which  is  annually 
increasing  in  volume  and  importance.  The  retail  trade  is  also  brisk 
and  lively.  Mr.  D.  'L.  Fuller,  the  senior  partner,  is  a  native  of 
Barre,  while  the  son,  Mr.  Charles  H.  Fuller,  was  born  in  Blontpelier. 
The  latter  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  and  is  quartermaster  of 
the  Vermont  National  Guard:  while  he  is  eminently  popular  with 
the  trade  as  an  obliging,  wide  awake  and  expert  salesman,  and  com- 
bines his  energy  and  vigor  with  the  ripe  experience  of  his  father  to 
form  a  firm  of  commanding  influence,  thorough  reliability  and  solid, 
worth. 

GEO.  W.  WIIiDER,  First-Class  Pianos  and  Organs,  from, 
the  Best  Makers,  Musical  Instruments  of  All  Kinds,  Etc.,  Head  of 
State  Street.— Mr.  Geo.  W.  Wilder  has  done  much  to  foster  and  pro- 
mote a  love  for  music  in  this  community,  and  an  experience  of  over 
forty  years  enables  him  to  bring  exceptional  knowledge  to  his  call- 
ing. Mr.  Wilder  established  lumself  in  business  here  in  1850,  and  is 
an  extensive  dealer  in  first-class  pianos  and  organs  from  the  best 
makers;  also  school  books,  blank  books,  miscellaneous  and  juvenile 
books,  fine  stationery,  sheet  music,  music  books,  musical  instru- 
ments of  all  kinds,  violin,  guitar  and  banjo  strings,  and  a  complete 
stock  of  musical  goods.  His  store,  at  the  head  of  State  Street,  is, 
recognized  as  headquarters  for  this  class  of  goods,  and  musicians, 
musical  students  and  choristers  make  it  their  chief  rendezvous.  The- 
aid  and  counsel  of  Mr.  Wilder  is  sought  by  musical  people  through- 
out all  this  section.  Any  instrument  desired  is  furnished  by  Mr. 
Wilder  at  short  notice  and  at  lowest  prices,  while  pianos  and  organs 
are  let  on  very  reasonable  terms.  Singing  schools,  choir  directors 
and  nmsical  conventions  are  supplied  with  books  and  music  in  quan- 
tities to  suit,  while  prospective  buyers  will  find  here  pianos  and 
organs  from  which  to  choose.  Tuning  and  repairing  are  also  given, 
prompt  and  skillful  attention.  Mr.  Wilder  is  a  native  of  Middlesex, 
Vt.,  and  a  gentleman  of  so  well  established  a  reputation  as  to  place 
him  far  beyond  the  requirements  of  any  praise. 

E.  m.  Mcintosh,  ».  D.  S.,  Office  and  Residence,  No.  38 
State  Street.— This  gentleman  is  one  of  the  few  thoroughly  trained 
and  highly  educated  surgeon  dentists  in  Montpelier,  who  by  years  of 
study,  research  and  practical  experience  has  i-eached  a  leading  posi- 
tion in  his  profession.  He  graduated  from  the  Chicago  College  of 
Dental  Surgery  of  Chicago,  afterwards  practiced  several  years  in^ 
that  city.  For  three  years  was  clinical  instructor  in  the  American. 
College  of  Dental  Surgery.  Dr.  Mcintosh  thoroughly  understands 
the  nature  of  teeth,  and  as  a  physician  of  culture,  is  looked  upon  by 
his  professional  brethren  as  a  mentor  in  the  various  details  of  dentis- 
try. His  office  is  very  handsomely  furnished,  including  in  its  appoint- 
ments the  latest  improved  dental  chairs,  while  all  the  apparatus 
peculiar  to  the  profession  is  well  supplied.  In  the  painless  extrac- 
tion of  teeth,  in  good,  reliable  fillings  and  in  artificial  work  of  every 
description.  Dr.  Mcintosh  is  known  to  excel.  His  patronage  is  wide- 
spread and  influential,  his  engagements  are  always  promptly  kept, 
and  his  prices  are  placed  at  a  fair  and  reasonable  figure.  Dr.  Mc- 
intosh is  a  native  Vermonter,  and  a  gentleman  of  liberal  education,, 
wide  observation  and  great  professional  skill. 

A.  N.  BliANCHARD,  Photographer,  Walton's  Block,  State 
Street. — One  of  the  leading  photographic  institutions  in  Montpelier 
is  that  of  Mr.  A.  N.  Blanchard,  which  was  established  in  Barre  in 
1865  by  the  present  proprietor,  who  came  to  Montpelier  in  1880,  and 
has  occupied  the  present  location  since  1883.  The  premises  consist  of 
three  rooms  handsomely  furnished.  His  splendid  operating  room  is. 
amply  lighted,  and  he  has  in  use  the  newest  and  most  improved 
photographic  methods  and  appliances.  Three  experienced  assist- 
ants are  employed,  and  everything  pertaining  to  modern  portrait- 
ure is  executed  in  the  highest  degree  of  artistic  and  mechanical  ex- 
cellence. Special  attention  is  given  to  the  photographing  of  children 
by  the  instantaneous  process,  and  the  best  of  crayon  work  is  guaran- 
teed. Fine  views  are  also  taken,  in  fact  all  work  usually  done  at  a 
first-class  studio  can  be  had  here.  Mr.  Blanchard  is  a  native  of 
Brookfield,  Vt.,  and  during  his  residence  in  Barre  established  a  large 
and  influential  patronage  and  has  been  equally  as  successful  and 
popular  at  Montpelier.  He  was  a  member  of  the  Vermont  sharp- 
shooters during  the  war,  and  is  a  highly  esteemed  and  popular- 
man. 


MONTI'ELIER,     VERMONT. 


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J".  A,  IiOCKIilN,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Dealei-  in  Oysters  in 
Bulk  and  Shell,  Choice  Havana  and  Domestic  Cigars,  Tobacco,  and 
also  Fine  Family  Groceries.— Mr.  Locklin  succeeded  to  the  control  of 
his  present  place  on.Main  Street  in  1876,  coming  from  Northfleld  where 
he  had  been  in  business  for  years.  He  made  many  needed  improve- 
ments in  the  premises,  and  the  house  soon  became  a  point  of  mark 
among  good  judges  of  a  cigar.  Having  created  a  reputation  for  goods 
of  unsurpassed  quality,  at  a  fair  and  reasonable  price,  Mr.  Locklin 
rigidly  adhered  to  the  same  high  standard  of  excellence,  and  his 
store  may  be  safely  said  to  be  the  leading  emporium  of  reliable  cig- 
ars, cigarettes,  tobaccos  and  smokers'  articles  at  the  capital.  It  is 
scarcely  necessary  to  say  that  imported  and  domestic  goods  are  to  be 
found  here,  both  in  inexhaustible  profusion,  and  all  of  the  highest 
character,  suited  to  the  tastes  and  the  means  of  all  classes  of  people. 
During  the  past  year  Mr.  Locklin  has  completely  remodeled  his  prem- 
ises, refitted  and  refurnished  them,  and  they  now  form  one  of  the 
largest,  finest  and  most  attractive  establishments  of  the  kind  in  the 
state.  The  salesroom  is  a  model  of  substantial  elegance  in  all  its  ar- 
rangements and  appointments.  The  hard  wood  floors,  counters  and 
fixtures;  the  handsome  and  mammoth  plate-glass  show-cases,  which 
extend  the  entire  length  of  the  store;  and  the  tasteful  array  of  goods 
combine  to  present  a  claim  for  beauty  and  finish  unequalled  by  any 
store  in  to\vn.  Ascending  the  broad  staircase  at  the  rear,  a  la 
dies'  and  gentlemen's  dining-room  is  disclosed  to  view,  handsomely 
appointed  and  under  expert  management.  Here  is  headquarters  for 
oysters  and  everything  eatable  in  every  style,  and  this  department  is 
liberally  patronized  by  members  of  the  State  Legislature,  by  the 
bench  and  bar,  and  by  visitors  and  tourists  who  are  in  Montpelier 
during  the  season.  Mr.  Locklin  deals  at  both  wholesale  and  retail  in 
oysters  in  bulk  and  shell,  and  also  furnishes  hotels,  societies  and  so 
cial  assemblies  in  quantities  to  suit  at  the  shortest  notice  and  at  the 
lowest  market  prices.  His  long  practical  experience  in  handling 
both  oysters  and  cigars  gives  him  advantages  in  obtaining  supplies 
that  are  not  equaled  by  any  of  his  contemporaries,  rendering  it  de- 
sirable for  large  buyers  in  search  of  the  best  qualities  to  call  upon 
him.  Mr.  Locklin  is  a  native  Vermonter,  still  in  the  prime  of  life,  a 
member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  the  G.  A.  R.  and  a  director  of  the 
Vermont  Savings  Investment  Company. 

F.  A.  STANDISH,  Manufacturer  of  Fine  Havana  Cigars, 
Wholesale  and  Retail,  No.  42  State  Street. — One  of  the  most  prominent 
houses  in  Montpelier  engaged  in  the  manufacture 'of  fine  Havana 
cigars  is  that  above  mentioned.  The  house  was  founded  in  1887 
by  the  present  proprietor,  and  since  its  inception  at  that  date,  has 
built  up  a  prosperous  trade.  The  aim  of  the  proprietor  has  always 
been  to  secure  an  honest  cigar,  worthy  of  the  good  opinion  of 
smokers,  and  to  scrupulously  maintain  the-  excellence  of  his  brands, 
which  are  general  favorites  wherever  introduced,  while  the  business 
shows  that  dealers  recognize  the  reliable  character  of  their  produc- 
tions. The  premises  occupied  are  large,  conveniently  located,  hand- 
somely fitted  up,  and  supplied  with  every  convenience  for  the  trans- 
action of  business  and  comfort  of  customers ;  he  also  carries  in  ad- 
dition to  his  choice  assortment  of  cigars,  a  full  and  complete  line  of 
cigarettes,  smokers'  materials,  choice  brands  of  plug,  fine-cut  and 
smoking  tobaccos,  and  makes  a  specialty  of  fine  Havana  cigars.  Mr. 
F.  A.  Standish,  the  proprietor,  is  a  native  of  Vermont  and  is  well 
known  to  the  trade  as  a  gentleman  of  strict  integrity  and  honorable 
in  all  his  dealings,  and  these  traits  of  character,  combined  with 
ample  facilities,  have  placed  this  house  in  a  prominent  position  and 
have  gained  for  it  a  large  and  growing  trade. 

JOHN  Q,.  ADAMS,  Livery  Stable,  Court  Street.— The  oldest, 
best  known  and  most  popular  livery  and  feed  stable  in  town,  is  that 
owned  and  managed  by  Mr.  John  Adams.  This  gentleman  estab- 
lished himself  here  in  business  thirty-five  years  ago  and  has  occupied 
his  present  location  for  the  past  fifteen  years.  The  premises  com- 
prise a  large,  three-story  building,  115  x  90  feet  in  dimensions,  well 
lighted,  ventilated,  and  drained,  while  the  best  of  hay  and  oats  are 
provided  for  the  animals,  which  receive  careful  treatment  from  com- 
petent grooms  and  stallmen.  The  stock  of  horses  kept  for  hire 
include  some  of  'the  finest  roadsters  in  town,  which  are  in  constant 
requisition  for  pleasure  driving,  while  the  laudable  ambition  of  the 
proprietor  is  seen  to  the  best  advantage  in  the  excellent  line  of  car- 
riages kept  in  stock,  including  elegant  coupes,  coaches,  open  and  top 


buggies,  and  road-wagons  from  the  best  manufacturers,  which  are 
let  for  business  or  pleasure,  at  all  hours  of  the  day  or  night  at  mod- 
erate rates.  Funerals,  weddings,  and  excursion  parties  are  sup- 
plied with  carriages  at  short  notice,  attended  by  careful  drivers. 
Communications  by  mail  or  telephone  receive  prompt  attention. 
The  facilities  of  this  establishment  for  boarding  horses  are  unex- 
celled. Thirty  teams  are  kept  for  hire  and  a  hack  is  run  to  all 
trains.  He  also  boards  ten  horses.  Mr.  Adams  is  a  native  of  North- 
fleld, Vt.,  and  has  for  many  years  been  a  well  known  citizen  of 
Montpelier. 

C.  BLiAKEIilT,  Drugs,  Medicines,  Perfumeries,  No.  4  State 
Street.— Mr.  C.  Blakely  is  a  dealer  in  drugs,  medicines,  perfumes, 
toilet  and  fancy  goods,  and  manufacturer  of  the  best  butter  color 
in  this  part  of  the  state.  He  also  carries  a  stock  of  choice  Havana 
cigars,  tobacco,  and  the  best  of  smokers'  articles.  Mr.  Blakely's 
education  and  training  have  rendered  hiin  most  successful  in  his 
calling;  besides,  he  always  manifested  a  natural  talent  for  this  pro- 
fession. Mr.  Blakely  takes  pride  in  developing  his  profession  and 
studying  hard  to  flnd  out  all  that  there  is  new  in  it,  thus  keeping 
pace  with  the  times.  It  is  for  this  reason  that  his  place  is  regarded 
by  physicians  as  one  of  the  best  for  the  accurate  compounding  of 
prescriptions.  Mr.  Blakely  established  his  business  in  1877,  and  now 
occupies  three  entire  floors,  one  40  x  60  and  the  other  two,  60  x  80. 
He  employs  two  men,  and  ministers  to  the  flrst  trade  of  the  city. 
He  is  a  native  of  Vermont. 


M.  W.  "WHEELrOCK,  Book  Binding,  No.  79  Main  Street. —A 
prominent  house  engaged  in  book  binding  in  Montpelier  is  that  of  Mr. 
M.  W.  Wheelock,  which  was  established  ihore  than  thirty  years  ago 
by  Mr.  S.  M.  Walton,  who  was  succeeded  by  Willard  &  Wheelock. 
The  present  firm  was  established  in  1878.  The  premises  occupied 
comprise  four  large  rooms,  and  a  large  number  of  hands  are  em- 
ployed. The  bindery  is  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved 
presses,  gilding  and  cutting  machines  necessary  for  the  successful 
prosecution  of  the  business.  Book  binding  in  every  style  is  artisti- 
cally executed  by  this  responsible  house,  from  pamphlet  and  sheep 
work  to  the  most  elaborate  styles  of  finish  in  morocco,  calf,  or  Rus- 
sian and  velvet,  while  in  all  cases  the  very  best  stock  and  workman- 
ship, with  strength  and  beauty  combined,  may  always  be  relied 
upon.  Special  care  and  attention  are  given  to  binding  editions  in 
cloth  or  morocco.  Mr.  Wheelock  binds  to  pattern  in  the  neatest  and 
cheapest  manner,  music  magazines,  newspapers,  law  and  scientific 
books,  and  makes  a  specialty  of  memorials  and  resolutions.  Persons 
residing  at  a  distance  from  Montpelier  will  find  it  greatly  to  their  ad- 
vantage to  pack  and  direct  their  books  to  this  widely  known  house, 
stating  style  and  binding  required,  or  sending  a  volume  that  they 
have  had  previously  bound  as  a  sample.  The  books  well  bound  will 
be  returned  without  delay.  A  specialty  is  made  of  land-record 
books,  for  the  use  of  towns,  county  clerks  and  others,  and  Mr. 
Wheelock  has  earned  a  high  reputation  for  superior  work  in  this 
line,  which  is  not  excelled  by  any  other  similar  manufacturer.  Mr. 
Wheelock  is  a  native  of  Montpelier,  but  resides  in  Berlin,  where  he 
holds  the  oflSce  of  town  clerk  and  treasurer,  and  justice  of  peace. 

FORBUSH  &  NEWTON,  Dentists,  State  Street.— One  of  the 
oldest,  best  known  and  most  skillful  practitioners  of  dentistry  in 
Montpelier  is  Dr.  O.  P.  Forbush,  who  is  a  native  of  Rhode  Island  and 
established  his  business  here  in  1840,  and  was  for  m.any  years  the 
leading  dentist  of  the  place.  In  1875  he  took  Mr.  R.  H.  Newton  as 
partner  and  the  firm  has  since  enjoyed  the  patronage  of  the  best 
class  of  our  citizens,  besides  those  who  come  from  the  surrounding 
country  districts.  The  extraction  of  teeth  by  the  use  of  anaesthetics 
when  desired  is  a  special  branch  of  the  business.  They  also  give  par- 
ticular attention  and  are  experts  in  filling  teeth  with  gold  or  compo- 
sition, platina,  etc.  They  also  make  teeth  on  gold,  silver,  rubber,  or 
any  of  the  plates  now  in  use,  and  always  guarantee  perfect  comfort, 
convenience  and  satisfaction  at  a  fair  and  reasonable  charge.  The 
premises  comprise  three  handsomely  furnished  rooms,  fitted  up  and 
provided  with  everything  for  the  successful  prosecution  of  their  bus- 
iness. Dr.  O.  P.  Forbush  is  an  expert  dentist  and  eminently  popular. 
He  is  a  member  of  the  order  of  F.  A.  M.  also  of  the  State  Dental 
Examining  Board.  Mr.  R.  H.  Newton  is  a  native  of  Montpelier  and 
is  a  practical  man,  and  an  expert  dentist. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


WESTON    &    SmiTH,   Manufacturers  of    and    Dealers  in 

Monuments,  Tablets,  Headstones,  Markers,  Curbing.  Posts,  Etc., 
No.  23  Main  Street. — This  business  was  established  in  1860  by  Geo. 
C.  Arms,  and  after  several  changes  during  succeeding  years  the 
present  firm  was  formed  in  1886.  This  house  is  among  the  leading, 
largest,  best  equipped  concerns,  devoted  to  this  important  line  of 
industrial  activity  in  or  around  Montpelier.  The  members  of  the 
firm  are  both  practical  and  expert  workmen  themselves,  and  are 
fully  conversant  with  every  feature  and  detail  of  the  business.  The 
shop  is  of  ample  dimensions,  and  they  occupy  a  yard  70  x  100  feet  in 
dimensions.  This  firm  have  the  benefit  of  water  power  to  finish  and 
polish  and  claim  to  do  the  very  best  of  work,  far  superior  to  that 
done  by  hand.  Their  trade,  which  is  rapidly  increasing,  extends  all 
over  the  United  States.  All  orders  receive  the  most  prompt  and 
careful  attention.  A  heavy  and  first-class  stock  is  constantly  carried, 
embracing  monuments,  tablets,  headstones,  markers,  curbing,  jjosts, 
etc.  A  specialty  is  made  of  Scotch  granite.  Designs  and  estimates 
are  furnished  on  application,  work  being  erected  in  any  cemetery  in 
the  United  States.  The  individual  members  of  the  firm,  Messrs.  W. 
R.  Weston  and  C.  A.  Smith,  are  classed  among  Montpelier's  most 
enterprising  and  respected  business  men. 

H.  B.  PITKIN'S  Capital  Laundry,  No.  53  Main  Street.— For 
promptness,  reliability,  and  excellent  service,  no  establishment  of 
the  kind  in  or  around  this  town  anywhere  excels  this.  The 
work  turned  out  from  this  house  is  of  a  superior  character,  while  ex- 
tremely moderate  prices  prevail,  and  goods  are  called  for  and  deliv- 
ered free  of  charge  throughout  the  village  and  its  immediate  vicinity. 
The  Capital  Laundry  was  first  established  by  Mrs.  Kuelle,  who  was 
succeeded  by  Mrs.  Wheat,  the  present  proprietor  taking  control  in 
1889.  The  business  in  his  hands  has  undergone  considerable  devel- 
opment, and  is  managed  in  a  manner  that  reflects  the  highest  credit 
upon  him,  for  he  has  demonstrated  great  managerial  ability  and  a 
determination  to  succeed.  The  laundry  premises  comprise  seven 
rooms  and  are  equipped  in  every  respect  with  the  latest  improved 
appliances  and  general  appurtenances,  including  washing  machines, 
ironing  machines,  etc.  Hotel  and  family  washing  is  done  in  the 
most  expeditious  and  excellent  manner.  Open  front,  plain  or  em- 
broidered front,  dress  shirts,  collars  and  cuffs  attached,  and  fine 
ladies'  work  are  a  specialty.  Mr.  H.  P.  Pitkin  was  born  in  Montpelier, 
and  is  well  and  favorably  known  throughout  the  town  and  its  vicinity. 

FRANK  M.  CORRY,  Oysters,  Fresh  and  Salt  Fish  of  all 
Kinds.— One  of  the  first  indications  of  a  city's  prosperity  is  the  con- 
dition of  her  markets.  In  this  respect,  Montpelier  ranks  with  the 
foremost  towns  of  Vermont,  the  class  of  her  supplies  being  of  an 
order  so  high  that  the  mind  of  the  public  is  at  once  attracted.  It  is 
in  this  line  of  business  that  Mr.  Frank  M.  Corry  is  engaged,  his 
attention  being  given  to  dealing  in  oysters,  fresh  and  salt  fish  of  all 
kinds,  every  sort  of  vegetable  in  season,  all  varieties  of  fruits,  nuts 
and  delicacies,  while  he  makes  a  specialty  of  handling  the  best  brands 
of  canned  goods,  and  also  takes  pride  in  presenting  before  his  cus- 
tomers the  best  confections  from  the  standard  manufacturers  in  the 
country.  Mr.  Corry  established  his  business  in  1877,  and  has  now  a 
large  and  modernly  appointed  store,  where  he  employs  two  clerks 
and  displays  his  goods  in  a  most  tasteful  manner,  making  canned 
goods  a  specialty.  He  is  prominent,  not  alone  in  a  business  way, 
but  socially,  and  is  rated  as  a  man  of  strict  commercial  integrity. 

P.  G.  DEWEY,  Choice  Family  Groceries,  West  India  Goods, 
Etc.,  No.  5  School  Street.— The  laudable  intention  with  which  a  busi- 
ness man,  upon  establishing  himself,  sets  out  in  his  career  with  the 
avowal  that  he  will  supply  only  the  best  that  the  market  affords,  is 
sure  to  win  him  the  support  and  patronage  of  the  best  customers  of 
a  city.  The  result  cannot  fall  short  of  success;  a  point  in  life  to 
which  Mr.  P.  Q.  Dewey  has  attained,  at  No.  5  School  Street.  He  is  a 
dealer  in  choice  family  groceries,  giving  particular  attention  to  the 
handling  of  West  India  goods,  of  which  he  carries  a  commendable 
stock.  Mr.  Dewey  started  in  business  in  1881,  coming  from  Canada, 
which  is  his  place  of  nativity.  In  1885,  or  about  five  years  ago,  he 
moved  to  his  present  location,  where  he  occupies  two  rooms,  each  20 
X  25  feet.  He  has  made  a  reputation  for  furnishing  his  customers 
with  the  very  choicest  commodities  suitable  for  a  retail  trade.  He 
has  proven  himself  a  conservative  business  man,  regarding  truth  as 
the  first  essential  virtue  in  all  of  his  transactions.    Mr.  Dewey  is 


a  public  spirited  man,  and  gallantly  served  his  country  during  the 
Civil  War;  a  fact  which  now  enables  him  to  enroll  his  name  as  an 
honorable  member  of  the  G.  A.  R. 


D.  W.  DUDLEY,  Livery  Stable,  East  State  Street.- One  of 
the  oldest  established  stables  in  town  is  owned  and  managed  by  Mr. 
D.  W.  Dudley,  and  was  established  twenty-five  years  ago,  but  for 
the  past  ten  years  the  present  location  has  been  occupied.  He  has 
a  well  arranged  stable  and  wagon  house,  and  in  its  present  condi- 
tion, his  establishment  is  one  of  the  best  systematized  in  the  town. 
The  commodious  stable  is  40  x  100  feet  in  dimensions.  Three  men 
are  constantly  employed,  and  all  orders  are  promptly  attended  to  at 
all  hours  of  day  or  night,  at  prices  that  defy  competition.  The 
stock  consists  of  thirteen  driving  horses,  carriages,  buggies,  and 
wagons,  all  of  which  are  in  the  most  thorough  condition.  He  has 
ample  accommodation,  and  excellent  facilities  for  boarding  and  feed- 
ing horses.  Good  carriages  with  careful  drivers  can  always  be  had  at 
this  stable,  also  horses,  carryalls,  etc.  Particular  attention  is  given 
to  furnishing  carriages  for  parties,  weddings,  and  funerals.  There 
are  gentle  horses  safe  for  ladies  to  drive;  also  high  stepping  spirited 
horses  for  gentlemen  fond  of  fast  driving,  excellent  saddle  horses, 
and  well  matched  spans;  the  most  fastidious  customers  will  be  sure 
to  find  themselves  suited.  Mr.  Dudley  is  a  native  of  East  Montpelier, 
and  during  his  long,  and  successful  career  in  this  town  as  a  business 
man,  has  become  well  known  and  respected. 

R.  R.  RIKER,  Tailor,  State  Street.— This  business  was  estab- 
lished in  1830,  and  if  popularity  be  a  measure  of  worth,  assuredly 
Mr.  Riker  may  be  fairly  said  to  be  not  wholly  deficient  in  this  le- 
spect.  Indeed,  since  starting  his  business  he  has  won  for  himself  a 
host  of  patrons  who  have  all  their  garments  made  solely  by  him. 
While  all  his  work  is  cut  out  with  the  greatest  precision,  and  the 
figures  in  the  measurement  are  strictly  followed,  particular  attention 
is  paid  to  adapting  the  garment  to  the  requirements  of  the  form  of 
the  person  for  whom  it  is  made.  This  necessitates  the  quickest  per- 
ception, the  greatest  ingenuity,  and  a  skill  which  none  but  a  thorough 
master  of  his  art  possesses.  Mr.  Riker  possesses  all  these  qualifica- 
tions, and  consequently  has  built  up  a  large  trade.  The  salesroom  is 
very  tastefully  fitted  up  and  arranged,  and  for  the  convenience  of 
his  patrons,  Mr.  Riker  keeps  on  hand  a  carefully  selected  stock  of 
the  finest  imported  woolen  goods,  suitable  for  entire  suits,  pantaloons, 
coats  and  overcoats,  and  he  also  has  the  necessary  trimmings  of  a 
quality  to  correspond  to  the  elegance  of  the  fabrics  just  mentioned. 
Mr.  Riker  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire  .'and  for  sixty  years  has 
been  engaged  in  this  business. 

ABRAHAM  LONG,  Shoes,  No.  21  State  Street.— This  bus- 
iness was  originally  established  in  1820,  by  Messrs.  Page  &  Harvey, 
who  were  succeeded  by  .=everal  parties  until  1887,  when  the  present 
proprietor  took  possession.  His  salesrooms  are  spacious  in  size, 
handsomely  fitted  up,  and  convenient  alike  to  customers  and  for  the 
adequate  display  of  the  choice  and  valuable  stock  here  cari-ied.  The 
assortments  embrace  boots,  shoes,  rubbers  and  slippers  of  every  de- 
scription for  men.  women,  misses,  youth,  boys  and  children,  the 
specialties  however,  being  fine  and  medium  goods,  while  every  arti- 
cle has  some  distinguishing  merit.  The  various  lines  are  kept  full 
and  cofnplete,  displaying  all  the  correct  styles,  and  freshest  novel- 
ties. The  proprietor  sustains  the  most  favorable  relations  with  manu- 
facturers, and  as  a  result  is  enabled  to  place  his  goods  to  customers 
at  prices  which  cannot  be  afforded  by  dealers  less  advantageously 
situated.  Fine  custom  work  is  given-  skillful  attention.  Mr.  Long 
is   a  native  of  Vermont,  and  of  excellent  repute  and  standing. 

CARLOS  L.  SMITH,  Sugar  Cured  Dried  Beef  and  Groceries, 
Barre  Street.— Montpelier  is  well  represented,  when  one  comes  to 
consider  her  delicatessen  supplies.  Mr.  Carl.  L.  Smith  is  one  of  the 
leading  merchants  in  this  line.  His  place,  which  was  established  in 
1862,  is  the  headquarters  for  Vermont  sugar-cured  dried  beef  (not 
smoked)  and  his  wares  are  put  up  in  a  manner  that  render  them 
delicious,  convenient  and  economical.  In  1889  Mr.  Smith  added  a 
general  grocery  business  to  his  already  extensive  trade.  His  patron- 
age extends  not  alone  throughout  the  city,  but  in  the  vicinity  and 
adjoining  towns  as  well,  the  reputation  for  his  wares  during  the  past 
twenty-eight  years  having  become  reliable  and  well  founded.  He 
keeps  a  delivery  wagon  constantly  on  the  go,  supplying  honest  goods, 
dried  beef  being  his  specialty.    Mr.  Smith  is  a  native  of  Cabot,  Vt. 


MONTPELIER,     VERMONT. 


153 


A.  D.  FARWELL, 

CLOTHING, 

Hats,   Caps,   Furs, 

— AND — 

GENTS"  FINE  FURNISHINGS. 

The  most  complete  stock  outside  the  cities. 

Tall,  slim,  as  well  as  short  and  fat  men  can  find 
Clothing  that  will  Fit. 

-^hFUR  coats  and  LADIES'  FURS  a  Specialty.h^ 


BROOKS  &  BERRY 


Successors  to 
w.    w.    park:. 


^'  Good  reliable  goods  and  small  profits," 

OUR    MOTTO. 


(Cash  Paid  for  Shipping  Furs.) 

Opera  House  Block,  Montpelier,  Vt. 


[see  cut.] 


Dealers  in  Country  Produce, 

CHOICE  FANCY  AND  FAMILY 

G-rocerles, 

Butter  and  Cheese  a  Specialty. 


We  hope  by   square  dealing,   fair  profits    and 

honest    goods,    to   sustain    the    reputation 

already    established    by    our 

predecessor. 

OPERA   HOUSE   BLOCK, 

IMontpelier,  Vt. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

B  ARRE. 


iARRE  has,  during  the  past  ten  years,  had  a  phenomenal  growth  owing  to  the  devel- 
opment of  the  great  mountains  of  fine  granite  within  the  limits  of  the  town.  Barre 
was  incorporated  as  a  village  in  1886.  Its  population  according  to  the  census  of 
1890  is  6,700 — a  growth  of  4,700  since  1880,  which  is  unprecedented  in  the  history  of 
any  other  town  in  the  state.  The  village  is  attractively  situated  in  a  beautiful  valley 
on  a  branch  of  the  Central  Vermont  R.  R.  and  an  extension  of  the  Montpelier  and  Wells 
River  Railroad  and  is  six  miles  from  Montpelier,  the  State  Capital.  The  Barre  Railroad,  built 
by  the  granite  firms  and  the  Montpelier  and  Wells  River  R.  R.  Co.,  runs  from  the  village  to  the 
granite  quarries  four  and  one  half  miles  distant.  This  road  however  is  eight  miles  long,  the 
quarries  being  at  such  an  elevation  above  the  village  that  the  railroad  must  traverse  nearly- 
double  the  air  line  distance  in  making  the  ascent.  Stevens  Branch,  a  tributary  of  the  W^i- 
nooski    River,   flows   through  the  village    and   furnishes    ample  water   power   for   numerous    industries. 

THE  GRANITE   INDUSTRY. 

The  visitor  to  Barre  is  at  once  impressed  with  the  magnitude  of  the  granite  industry,  Oi> 
every  hand  are  to  be  seen  the  great  establishments  erected  for  cutting,  polishing,  and  finishing 
the  granite  for  the  markets  of  the  world.  The  principal  deposit  is  four  and  one  half  miles  dis- 
tant from  the  depot  and  was  formerly  known  as  "mill  stone  hill."  The  granite  lies  in  sheets 
or  layers  and  greatly  varies  in  thickness,  thus  permitting  the  quarrying  of  blocks  of  any  desired 
size.  Mammoth  blocks  ten  feet  square  and  upwards  are  here  obtained,  and  shafts  of  any 
length  can  be  secured  with  equal  facility.  Barre  granite  is  remarkably  even,  of  the  finest 
grain,  susceptible  of  the  highest  polish,  and  admitting  of  the  best  conceptions  of  the  sculptor's 
art.  The  growth  of  this  industry  has  indeed  been  marvelous.  Ten  years  ago  only  a  score  of 
men  were  engaged  in  cutting  granite  at  this  place.  To-day  there  are  over  fifty  granite  firms 
in  the  town,  employing  over  1,500  men.  The  granite  is  shipped  to  all  parts  of  the  world,  and 
is  recognized  by  experts  as  the  finest  extant.  The  magnificent  showing  of  to-day  is  due  to  the 
recognized  good  qualities  of  the  granite  and  the  enterprise  of  the  manufacturers  in  meeting  the 
demands  of  the  trade,  rather  than  to  any  effort  made  to  force  the  product  upon  the  market.  It 
may  be  said  that  the  business  now  so  firmly  established  here  is  one  that  is  bound  to  grow  to 
many  times  its  present  proportions,  and  a  great  future  for  Barre  is  confidently  predicted  by  those 
who  have  investigated  the  matter.  Hundreds  of  new  dwellings  are  being  built  every  year,  and 
Barre    is   destined   to   become,    in    the   not   far   distant   future,    the    metropolis   of   the    state. 

154 


BARKE,    VERMONT 


155 


156  INDUSTRIES     AND    WEALTH    OF 

PUBLIC  BUILDINGS. 

In  1886  the  Barre  Opera  House  was  erected  for  the  accommodation  not  only  of  the  town 
but  for  the  numerous  operatic  and  theatrical  companies  who  constantly  visit  this,  the  best  "  show 
town "  in  the  state.  The  building  is  of  brick  with  granite  trimmings,  one  hundred  by  sixty- 
five  feet  in  dimensions,  and  overlooks  the  village  park.  On  the  ground  floor  are  three  stores 
and  the  village  post  office.  The  upper  portion  is  given  up  to  what  is  one  of  the  finest  halls 
in   the    state,    with    all    scenery    and    accessories   required    by   the   largest   theatrical    organizations. 

Barre  has  long  been  known  for  its  fine  schools,  and  Goddard  Seminary,  located  here  is  one 
of  the  leading  educational  institutions  of  Vermont.  It  is  managed  by  the  Vermont  State  Con- 
vention of  Universalists  and  is  an  ornate  and  imposing  structure,  occupying  a  commanding  posi- 
tion overlooking  the  village.  The  graded  school  system  is  also  in  vogue  in  Barre,  and  a  new 
school  building  is  in  process  of  completion  on  the  grounds  formerly  occupied  by  Barre  Academy, 
so    widely  known    under   its    late    preceptor,    J.    S.    Spaulding,    LL.  D. 

This  village  contains  four  churches,  Congregational,  Methodist,  Universalist,  and  Roman  Cath- 
olic,   while    other   churches    are    soon    to    be    built   by    the    Baptist    and    Presbyterian    societies. 

The  business  blocks  are  built  mostly  of  brick  and  granite,  presenting  a  handsome  and  sub- 
stantial appearance ;  notably  the  Granite  Savings  bank,  a  fine  granite  block,  three  stories  high, 
the  Worthen  Block,  a  fine  three-story,  brick  structure ;  Averill's  Block,  Wood's  Block,  Nichol's 
Block,    the   Jackman    Block    and   the    National    Bank    of    Barre. 

WATER  WORKS. 

Barre  is  to  be  congratulated  upon  the  possession  of  an  admirable  system  of  water  works. 
The  supply  is  taken  from  Jail  branch,  a  mountain  stream.  About  three  and  one  half  miles 
from  the  village  a  dam  is  constructed  in  the  stream  to  form  a  large  reservoir.  This  reservoir 
is  some  four  hundred  feet  above  the  village  and  the  pressure  is  sufficient  to  throw  several 
streams  from  the  fire  hydrants  over  the  highest  buildings  in  the  village,  as  well  as  supplying 
the    population    with    water. 

THE  MANUFACTURING  RESOURCES. 

It  is  an  admitted  fact  that  the  true  foundation  of  a  city's  prosperity  are  its  manufacturing 
industries.  A  prosperity  based  exclusively  on  a  commercial  basis  must  necessarily  be  ephemeral. 
A  city  which  depends  upon  any  one  or  more  of  the  great  agricultural  staples  for  support,  bus- 
iness and  growth,  is  liable  to  become  paralyzed  in  her  energies  and  interests,  not  only  by 
failure  in  the  production  of  such  staples  but  from  their  diversion  to  other  points  where  eligi- 
bility gives  them  the  advantage  and  preference  as  markets.  The  fluctuation  in  prices  of  articles 
of  produce  are  such  that  no  certainty  of  operations  can  be  relied  upon,  and  when  uncertain, 
feverish,  and  exciting  speculation  underlies  the  business  of  any  community  or  city,  there  is  no 
guarantee  of  permanent  and  staple  prosperity ;  whereas  where  manufacturing  is  carried  on  exten- 
sively there  is  a  steady,  healthy  growth.  This  being  the  fact  we  know  of  no  better  illus- 
tration of  it  practically  than  Barre.  The  water  power  available  for  manufacturing  purposes 
in  Barre  is  enormous  and  sufficient  for  the  present  need  and  the  prospective  increase  for  many 
years  to  come.  Among  the  successful  manufacturing  establishments  in  successful  operation  at 
the  present  time  may  be  mentioned  the  Fork  Factory,  the  Woolen  Mill,  a  Flouring  Mill,  a 
Wood-working  Factory,  and  several  factories  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  stone  cutters'  tools. 
The  village  is  handsomely  laid  out  with  wide,  well-paved,  and  brilliantly  lighted  streets.  The 
private  buildings  are,  many  of  them,  built  upon  a  grand  scale,  and  handsome  residences  line 
the  beautiful  thoroughfares  not  devoted  to  business  purposes,  and  the  beautiful  green  hills  that 
encircle  the  village  are  dotted  with  neat  and  tasteful  dwellings  affording  beautiful  homes  for 
those   who   prefer   quiet,    and    charming   views    to    the    du^t    and    turmoil    of   the    busy    village   below. 


AERE,    YEKMONT. 


15T 


158  INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 

THE  VOLUME  OF   BUSINESS 

has  kept  steady  pace  with  the  increase  in  population,  and  is  steadily  advancing  with  each  suc- 
ceeding year.  Socially  and  morally  Barre  will  compare  favorably  with  any  village  in  the  state. 
Her  citizens  are  mainly  a  church  going  people,  the  public  schools  are  liberally  patronized,  the 
arts  and  sciences  are  cultivated  and  fostered,  and  the  prosperity  of  the  community  may  be  said 
to    rest    upon    a   solid    and    lasting  foundation.       From  a  sanitary    standpoint    Barre    is    a   very 

DESIRABLE  PLACE  OF  RESIDENCE, 

and  every  precaution  is  exercised  by  the  village  authorities  to  maintain  the  present  condition. 
The  mechanics  and  laboring  men  of  Barre  many  of  them  own  their  houses,  and  as  a  conse- 
quence rents  are  reasonable.  Shabby  or  unsightly  tenement-houses  are  unknown  in  Barre. 
With  her  steadily  increasing  population  and  the  many  small  towns  within  the  radius  of  a  few 
miles,  all  of  which  are  tributary  to  her,  her  business,  already  large,  is  rapidly  increasing  and 
affords  the  capitalist  a  splendid  field  to  invest  and  increase  his  wealth.  Its  educational  advan- 
tages should  also  prove  serious  and  important  attractions  to  the  manufacturer  having  a  family  of 
children,  whom  he  desires  to  give  a  first-class  education  at  lowest  cost,  and  retain  them  under 
his  own  roof  during  their  schooling  days.  Every  child  so  far  belongs  to  the  state  as  to  be 
entitled  to  a  free  education  at  the  expense  of  the  state ;  ignorance  is  more  costly  than  schools, 
and  no  investment  can  be  so  productive  of  good  returns  to  the  state  as  that  devoted  to  the 
culture  of  those  who  are  themselves  soon  to  be  the  State.  Hence  the  doors  of  the  public 
schools  are  thrown  open,  and  the  children  are  welcomed  without  money  and  without  price,  not 
from  the  parlors  of  the  rich  alone  but  from  the  humble  abodes  of  the  poor.  Thus  the  altars 
of  liberty,  built  by  our  forefathers,  have  had  their  fires  kept  brightly  burning  through  all  the 
generations  since  from  the  "  Mayflower "  stepped  that  faithful  band  who  carried  within  their 
hearts  the   first   hot   coals   of   freedom. 


B  ARRE. 


OEO.  J.  KEYNOIiDS  &  CO.,  Hardware,  Paints,  Ranges, 
Stoves  and  Tinware.— The  firm  of  Geo.  J.  Reynolds  &  Co.  have  an 
old  and  well  established  house,  the  pioneer  in  the  hardware  line,  and 
are  enjoying  a  reputation  and  a  trade  that  represents  the  results  of 
nearly  fifty  years  of  honorable  and  successful  effort.  The  business 
was  founded  by  the  late  Lester  Tilden,  and  the  building  occupied  is 
an  old  and  honored  landmark  in  the  business  history  of  the  town. 
The  present  Arm  was  organized  some  fifteen  years  ago,  consisting  of 
Messrs.  Geo.  J.  Reynolds  and  Geo.  W.  Tilden,  the  latter  being  a  son 
of  the  founder  of  the  business.  The  premise^  now  occupied  comprise 
four  floors,  50  x  110  feet  each,  arranged  systematically  and  con- 
veniently, and  forming  an  establishment  unequaled  in  the  extent 
and  variety  of  its  goods  in  this  line  in  the  state.  The  several  depart- 
ments are  filled  with  an  elaborate  and  diversified  stock,  embracing 
l)uilders'  hardware  and  shelf  goods,  locksmiths'  and  butchers'  sup- 
plies, carpenters,  mechanics  and  machinists'  tools,  stoves,  ranges 
and  furnaces,  tin,  sheet-iron  and  copper  ware,  bar  iron  and  steel, 
paints,  oils,  Akron  drain  pipe,  plumbing  and  steam  fitting  materials, 
and  granite  cutters'  tools  in  great  variety.  These  supplies  are  pur- 
chased in  vast  quantities  direct  from  the  manufacturers,  and  special 
attention  is  given  to  the  character  and  quality  of  the  productions, 
the  aim  being  not  only  to  meet  every  want,  but  to  offer  the  very  best 
in  every  case  that  the  markets  afford.  Significant  advantages  are 
•extended  to  customers  in  the  matter  of  prices,  and  all  the  great  re- 
sources of  the  house  are  used  to  promote  the  interests  of  its  patrons. 
Plumbing  is  made  a  specialty,  and  every  facility  is  at  hand  for 
guaranteeing  the  prompt  and  perfect  fulfillment  of  all  orders  in  that 
line.  This  house  is  the  recognized  headquarters  for  all  tools  used  in 
the  granite  industry,  while  in  roofing,  tin  and  sheet-iron  work,  it  oc- 
■cupies  an  acknowledged  place  at  the  head  of  the  trade,  from  which 
position  it  makes  good  its  claim  for  accomplishing  the  best  and  most 
thorough  work  to  be  found  in  any  locality.  Employing  ample  cap- 
ital and  a  large  force  of  skilled  workmen,  and  commanding  ad- 
vanced opportunities  for  the  procurement  of  supplies,  the  house  of 
Messrs.  Geo.  J.  Reynolds  &  Co.  may  be  justly  considered  as  a  tower 
of  strength  in  the  field  of  commerce.  The  co-partners  have  long 
been  prominent  in  business  and  financial  circles,  which  serves  to 
place  them  far  beyond  the  requirements  of  any  praise  which  these 
pages  could  bestow.  Mr.  Reynolds  is  a  native  Vermonter,  and  for 
■several  years  resided  in  the  state  of  Oregon,  returning  here  in  187.5 
and  soon  after  embarked  in  his  present  business.  He  is  an  extensive 
■owner  of  real  estate,  and  closely  identified  with  the  growth  and  de- 
velopment of  the  town.  Mr.  Tilden  was  born  in  Barre,  and  for  a 
number  of  years  was  engaged  in  the  hardware  business  at  Montpe- 
lier;  was  also  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Reynolds  &  Tilden,  woolen 
manufacturers,  at  the  Moorcroft  "Woolen  Mill  in  this  place.  He  has 
represented  Barre  in  the  State  Legislature,  is  a  trustee  of  Goddard 
Seminary,  and  prominent  in  masonic  and  other  organizations.  His 
residence  and  grounds  are  recognized  as  among  the  handsomest  and 
most  attractive  on  North  Main  Street. 


WS:L.1.S,  liAMSON  &  CO.,  Wholesale  Dealers  in  Dark 
Barre  Granite,  Rough  and  Finished  from  Their  Own  Quarries,  Esti- 
mates Furnished  on  Application.— Barre  granite  is  undoubtedly  the 
most  popular  and  desirable  material  for  its  uses  on  this  continent. 
It  is  the  most  easily  worked  of  any  granite,  and  rock-faced  it  pre- 
sents the  handsomest  effect  of  any  stone.  It  is  absolutely  imper- 
vious to  water,  and  not  absorbing  moisture  it  does  not  disintegrate 
or  decay.  It  breaks  and  splits  in  any  direction  with  great  precision. 
It  lies  in  the  quarries  in  great  solid  masses,  and  the  sizes  of  the 
blocks  are  only  limited  by  the  power  of  machinery  to  handle.  Its 
great  strength,  its  beauty,  its  non-absorbing  qualities,  its  ready  sus- 
■ceptibility  to  the  highest  polish,  and  its  hard,  durable  surface, 
together  place  it  supreme  above  all  other  products  for  both  monu- 
meuval  and  building  work.  An  important  factor  in  the  development 
of  the  industry  here  is  the  house  of  Messrs.  "Wells,  Lamson  &  Co., 
■who  are  widely  prominent  as  extensive  wholesale  dealers  in  dark 
Barre  granite,  rough  and  finished  from  their  own  quarries,  and  who 
make  a  leading  specialty  of  fine  monumental  work.  They  estab- 
lished their  business  here  in- 1882,  and  have  gained  a  reputation  and 


a  trade  thoroughly  national  in  extent  and  eminently  creditable  in 
character.  As  monumentalists  this  firm  rank  first  in  quality  and 
second  to  few  in  the  volume  of  their  production.  This  class  of  work 
has  become  an  art,  requiring  originality  of  conception,  technical 
training,  patient  endeavor,  intelligent  application  and  the  very  acme 
of  expert  workmanship  to  secure  an  artistic  totality  of  admirable 
and  enduring  qualities.  To  fully  meet  these  essential  requisites  the 
efforts  of  this  firm  are  unremitting.  In  heavy  monumental  work, 
ideal  and  realistic  carving,  and  the  best  materials,  this  firm  stand  at 
the  forefront  of  the  granite  industry  in  this  country.  The  fullest  ex- 
tent of  artistic  possibility  has  signalized  their  many  productions. 
Among  the  more  important  monuments  supplied  by  this  firm  may 
be  named  the  fine  soldiers' monument  at  Binghamton,  N.  Y.;  the 
soldiers'  monument  at  Kokomo,  Ind. ;  the  monument  erected  by  the 
Millers'  Association  at  Minneapolis  to  the  memory  of  eighteen  per- 
sons killed  by  a  mysterious  explosion  in  a  flouring  mill  in  that  city  a 
few  years  ago;  the  monument  erected  to  the  memory  of  "Blue 
Jeans"  Williams,  late  governor  of  Indiana;  the  soldiers'  monument 
at  Wellsboro,  Pa.;  the  soldiers'  monument  at  Salem,  Mass., — con- 
ceded to  be  the  finest  granite  statue  in  that  state.  All  work  fur- 
nished by  this  firm  proves  as  represented,  is  guaranteed  in  every 
respect,  and  all  statements,  expressed  or  implied,  in  letter  and  spirit 
are  substantiated.  Finely  finished  memorials  are  produced  here  at 
short  notice,  which  challenge  comparison  as  to  quality  of  work  and 
defy  competition  as  to  price.  This  firm  own  twenty-six  acres  of 
quarry  land,  operate  t-wo  separate  quarries,  and  give  employment 
altogether  to  some  seventy  men.  The  individual  members  of  this 
responsible  firm  are  Messrs.  S.  O.  Wells,  Geo.  Lamson  and  J.  K. 
Pirie.  Mr.  Wells  is  a  native  of  "Vermont,  represented  the  town  of 
Woodbury  in  the  state  legislature,  and  has  served  as  justice  of  the 
peace  and  in  other  official  positions  for  which  his  well-known  abili- 
ties so  well  fit  him.  All  the  partners  are  expert  masters  of  the  stone 
cutters'  trade,  and  enterprising  and  progressive  in  keeping  pace  with 
the  growing  demands  and  refinements  of  the  times. 

G.  J.  TO"WNIi;  &  CO.,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Groceries  and 
Crockery,  Opera  House  Block,  Main  Street.— One  of  those  represen- 
tative establishments  which  have  grown  up,  as  it  were,  with  the 
"Granite  City,"  and  whose  name  is  a  familiar  household  word,  is 
that  of  Messrs.  Geo.  J.  Towne  &  Co.,  eligibly  located  in  Opera 
House  Block.  No  other  house  in  town  has  in  so  many  ways  identi- 
fied itself  with  the  wants  and  requirements  of  this  community,  and 
the  laudable  ambition  of  the  proprietors  to  excel  in  handling  only  the 
purest  and  best  of  everything  has  not  escaped  the  attention  of  a  dis- 
criminating public,  as  will  be  demonstrated  further  on.  As  dealers 
in  fruits  of  all  kinds,  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  crockery  and  glass- 
ware, this  firm  permanently  maintains  the  lead.  They  established 
their  business  here  in  1886,  and  through  their  distinguished  enterprise 
the  choicest  fruits  and  food  products  of  the  old  and  new  world  are 
offered  to  consumers  of  a  quality  and  at  prices  which  are  rarely,  if 
ever,  duplicated  elsewhere.  They  occupy  three  floors,  25  x  60  feet 
each,  and  their  stock  is  large,  choice  and  fresh  at  all  times.  The 
choicest  Mocha  and  Java  coffees,  fresh  crop  Oolong,  Japan,  English 
breakfast,  young  Hyson  and  China  green  teas;  foreign  and  domes- 
tic dried  fruits,  nuts,  raisins  and  prunes;  Florida,  California  and 
Vermont  fruits,  fresh  from  the  hands  of  the  grower;  apples,  peaches, 
pears,  oranges,  lemons,  bananas,  olives,  olive  oil,  maccaroni,  vermi- 
celli, French  peas,  mushrooms,  preserved  fruits  in  glass,  and  domes- 
tic canned  goods  of  the  finest  brands,  chocolates,  cocoas,  farinaceous 
goods,  pickles,  preserves,  capers  and  sauces,  condiments  and  table 
delicacies,  cigars,  tobacco,  confectionery,  etc.,  are  but  features  of  a 
stock  which  to  describe  in  detail  would  require  a  volume  alone.  The 
establishment  is  completely  stocked  with  the  choicest  food  products 
that  the  earth  yields,  and  the  most  extensive  orders  from  the  most 
critical  ai  buyers  are  promptly  filled.  A  corps  of  six  clerks  and 
salesmen  contribute  to  the  operations  of  the  house,  and  business  is 
brisk  and  lively  at  all  seasons  of  the  year.  The  co-partners,  Messrs. 
G.  J.  and  M.  L.  Towne,  are  brothers,  born  in  Barre,  and  accounted 
among  that  class  of  energetic,  enterprising  young  business  men  in 
whose  hands  the  continued  development  of  this  community  rests. 


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INDUSTKIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


BOYCE  &  BOYCE,  Attorneys  and  Counsellors  at  Law,  Nota- 
ries Public,  Negotiators  of  Mortgages,  and  Real  Estate  Agents, 
Office  in  French  Block,  Main  Street. — The  oldest  and  best  known 
members  of  the  legal  fraternity  in  Barre  are  Messrs.  Boyce  &  Boyce, 
whose  office  is  eligibly  located  in  French  Block,  Main  Street.  This 
firm  are  prominent  as  attorneys  and  counsellors  at  law,  notaries 
public,  negotiators  of  mortgages  and  real  estate  agents,  while  both 
members  of  the  firm  are  also  agents  for  fire  insurance,  representing 
the  Vermont  Mutual  Fire  Insurance  Company,  of  Montpelier,  and 
the  New  England  Fire  Insurance  Company,  of  Rutland,  Vt.  The 
Vermont  Mutual  commenced  issuing  policies  on  the  31st  day  of 
March,  1828,  and  up  to  August  1,  1890,  had  issued  287,104  policies,  of 
which  there  have  expired  and  been  cancelled  for  various  causes, 
253,008,  leaving  in  force  at  the  above  date  34,096,  which  insure  $42.- 
390,487.00.  The  amount  now  in  force  as  a  fund  for  the  payment  of 
losses  is  $3,083,074.73.  The  balance  in  the  treasury  is  $7,623.72,  with 
office,  land  and  furniture  which  cost  $47,931.91,  all  paid  for.  The 
New  England  Fire  has  a  management  conservative  but  progressive, 
and  was  organized  under  a  special  charter  of  the  Vermont  Legisla'- 
ture  in  1881.  Its  contracts  are  liberal  and  definite — a  certain  amount 
of  reliable  indemnity  for  a  certain  amount  of  premium.  All  just 
claims  are  equitably  adjusted  and  promptly  paid,  and  no  claims  for 
losses  are  due  and  unpaid.  The  responsibility  and  integrity  of  its 
stockholders  and  officers  is  beyond  all  reasonable  question,  and  it  is 
subject  to  the  inspection  of  the  insurance  commissioners.  The 
amount  of  insurance  in  force  is  upwards  of  $3,000,000,  with  a  surplus 
to  policy-holders  of  $125,540.09.  Representing  these  reliable  and  sub- 
stantial corporations,  Mr.  Boyce  is  prepared  to  promptly  place  the 
largest  risks,  quoting  the  lowest  rates  of  premium,  and  guaranteeing 
a  speedy  and  liberal  adjustment  of  all  losses.  He  controls  the  in- 
suring of  choice  lines  of  village  and  farm  property  in  Barre  and 
vicinity,  and  places  all  transactions  on  a  sound  and  satisfactory 
basis.  Messrs.  Boyce  &  Boyce  have  a  large  legal  practice  in  Wash- 
ington and  Orange  counties,  and  handle  real  estate  of  every  descrip- 
tion, negotiating  loans  on  bond  and  mortgage,  and  promoting  the 
interests  of  their  patrons  with  energy,  discrimination  and  decided 
success.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  W.  A.  and  O.  B.  Boyce,  are  Ver- 
monters  by  birth  and  education,  of  marked  legal  ability  and  sterling 
personal  worth.  Mr.  W.  A.  Boyce  has  represented  Barre  in  the 
State  Legislature,  and  both  gentlemen  are  highly  esteemed  in  social 
and  business  circles. 

K.  S.  CURRIER  &  CO.,  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods,  Ladies'  and 
Grents'  Furnishings,  Etc.,  Etc.,  Opera  House  Block. — Barre  has  of 
recent  years  made  rapid  and  substantial  progress  in  every  branch 
of  mercantile  activity,  and  in  no  sphere  upon  a  scale  of  such  magni- 
tude as  in  that  of  dry  and  fancy  goods.  One  of  the  most  enterpris- 
ing and  progressive  exponents  of  this  branch  of  trade  is  the  house 
of  Messrs.  R.  S.  Currier  &  Co.,  located  in  Opera  House  Block.  This 
firm  are  leaders  in  dry  and  fancy  goods,  ladies'  and  gents'  furnish- 
ings, etc.  The  business  was  originally  established  in  1885,  by  Mr.  D. 
E.  Blair.  In  1886  Mr.  R.  S.  Currier  became  a  partner  under  the  Arm 
name  of  Blair  &  Currier,  and  on  the  retirement  of  Mr.  Blair  in  1888 
the  present  firm  was  organized.  They  occupy  two  floors,  22  x  60 
feet  each,  in  the  most  desirable  section  of  the  village,  and  the  store 
is  one  of  the  attractive  features  of  this  fashionable  thoroughfare. 
The  stock  displayed  is  one  of  the  largest  and  finest  in  this  line  in 
town,  and  contains  everything  desirable  in  silks,  satins,  velvets, 
and  velveteens,  Rhadamaux,  ottomans,  cashmeres,  prints,  cloaks, 
suits,  shawls,  jerseys,  jackets,  wraps,  woolens,  worsteds,  cottons, 
linens,  ginghams,  white  goods,  blankets,  flannels,  house'iceeping 
goods,  hosiery,  gloves,  underwear,  corsets,  bustles,  dress  shirts, 
collars,  cuflfs,  handkerchiefs,  suspenders  and  gents'  furnishings 
of  every  description;  umbrellas,  parasols,  gossamers,  laces,  ribbons, 
embroideries,  notions,  fancy  goods,  and  small  wares  in  great  variety 
and  profusion.  These  goods  commend  their  own  superior  merits 
to  the  confidence  and  patronage  of  the  most  critical  and  discrimina- 
ting of  patrons,  and  inducements  are  here  offered  to  buyers  as  re- 
gards both  reliability  of  goods  and  liberality  of  terms  and  prices 
which  challenge  comparison  and  defy  successful  competition.  Mr- 
R.  S.  Currier  is  a  young  man  of  large  practical  experience,  wide 
acquaintance  and  eminent  popularity;  a  graduate  of  Barre  Acad- 
emy and  of  Dartmouth  College,  and  has  as  a  partner,  his  father  Mr. 
Chas.  L.  Currier,  one  of  the  solid,  substantial  citizens  of  the  town, 
thus  forming  a  firm  of  ripe  experience,  and  commanding  influence. 


CH.lRIiES  A.  SiniTH,  Druggist  and  Stationer.— The  leading- 
source  of  supply  in  Barre  for  books,  stationery  and  holiday  goods  is 
the  establishment  of  Mr.  Chas.  A.  Smith,  the  well-known  druggist 
and  stationer,  at  No.  40  North  Main  Street.  The  business  was  orig- 
inally established  in  1872  by  Dr.  A.  E.  Field,  who  was  succeeded  by 
the  present  proprietor  in  1878.  In  1888  he  removed  to  the  present  site 
where  he  occupies  two  floors,  45  x  20  feet  each,  and  forming  one  of 
the  best  appointed  and  most  attractive  stores  in  town.  So  popular  a 
resort  has  this  place  become  that  all  Barre  may,  with  little  exaggera- 
tion, be  said  to  pass  through  it  in  a  day.  To  every  stranger  it  is, 
from  its  literary  attractiveness,  a  place  not  to  be  overlooked,  while 
all  lovers  of  good  reading  in  the  village  and  vicinity  make  it  their 
chief  rendezvous.  To  drop  into  Smith's  for  a  chat,  an  interchange 
of  good  fellowship  and  &  glimpse  at  the  last  new  book  or  magazine, 
is  with  them  a  daily  duty.  It  is  a  popular  shopping  place  for  both 
ladies  and  gentlemen,  old  and  young,  and  is  the  busie.st  establish- 
ment in  town  during  the  holidays.  A  splendid  stock  of  goods  is 
shown  in  every  branch  of  the  business.  The  pure  and  superior  as- 
sortment of  drugs,  medicines  and  pharmaceutical  preparations  haa 
been  selected  with  special  reference  to  strength  and  freshness,  and 
are  received  from  the  most  reputable  sources.  In  the  line  of  novel- 
ties in  choice  perfumes,  toilet  soaps  and  fancy  goods,  the  enterprise- 
of  the  proprietor  has  placed  within  the  reach  of  patrons  and  the 
public  the  best  articles  that  can  be  purchased.  The  house  is  per- 
fectly equipped  for  its  specialty  of  prescriptions,  and  accuracy  and 
precision  are  assured  in  all  cases.  Pure  soda  water  is  offered  with  a 
large  variety  of  syrups,  also  mineral  waters  by  the  glass  or  bottle. 
A  fine  assortment  of  stationery  and  stationer's  notions  are  displayed, 
including  the  best  fifteen  cent  box  paper  made;  also  the  largest 
stock  of  blank  books  in  town,  the  last  "  new  thing  "  in  English  and 
American  literature,  while  any  work  published  is  furnished  at  lowest 
price.  Special  bargains  are  offered  every  season,  and  the  patronage 
is  large,  first-class  and  influential  in  the  village  and  from  all  parts  of" 
the  surrounding  country.  Mr.  Smith  is  a  Vermonter  by  birth  and 
training,  and  received  a  classical  education  at  Barre  Academy  and 
the  University  of  Vermont.  He  is  still  in  the  early  prime  of  life, 
prominent  in  the  formation  of  the  Barre  Business  Men's  Association, 
president  of  the  Y.  M.  C.  A.,  a  member  of  the  State  Pharmaceutical 
Association,  F.  and  A.  M.  and  the  N.  E.  O.  P. ;  and  a  recognized 
leader  in  social,  religious,  educational  and  business  circles. 

PHEI^PS  BROTHERS,  General  Hardware,  Stoves,  Ranges, 
Tinware,  Lead,  Iron,  Soil  and  Sewer  Pipe,  Fittings,  Etc.,  Etc.— 
Commercial  enterprises  of  modern  times  embrace  many  features  of 
practical  utility,  but  none  which  deserve  higher  consideration  than 
those  which  relate  to  the  home— its  comforts  and  conveniences. 
Among  such  enterprises  in  Barre  may  be  named  that  of  Messrs. 
Phelps  Brothers,  the  well-known  dealers  in  general  hardware, 
stoves,  ranges,  tinware  and  lead,  iron,  soil  and  sewer  pipe,  fittings, 
eto.,  and  who  give  special  attention  to  general  plumbing  and  plumb- 
ing materials.  This  firm  established  themselves  in  business  here  in 
1885,  and  have  built  up  a  reputation  and  a  trade  that  place  them  in 
the  front  rank  of  enterprise,  popularity  and  success.  Their  business 
premises  comprise  altogether,  four  floors,  two  of  which  measure  20 
X  60  feet,  one  22  x  50  feet,  and  one  25  x  40  feet.  The  stock  of  stoves 
and  ranges  is  a  very  large  and  comprehensive  one,  embodying  all 
the  latest  and  most  improved  styles  for  both  heating  and  cookings 
and  which  are  received  direct  from  the  most  famous  manufacturers. 
The  stock  of  hardware  includes  all  the  implements,  utensils  and 
tools  belonging  to  this  line  which  are  required  by  the  farmer, 
the  builder,  the  mechanic  and  the  housekeeper;  also,  table  and 
pocket  cutlery  of  the  best  makes,  and  numerous  specialties  which, 
bear  such  a  character  for  utility  and  usefulness  as  to  command  gen- 
eral attention  and  universal  patronage.  In  plumbing,  this  house 
occupies  an  unquestioned  position  at  the  head  of  the  trade  in  this 
section,  from  which  it  is  abundantly  able  to  make  good  its  claim  for- 
accomplishing  thoroughly  reliable  and  first-class  work,  while  in 
roofing,  spouting,  etc.,  every  facility  is  at  hand  for  guaranteeing 
the  prompt  and  perfect  fulfillment  of  all  orders.  The  business  is  in 
a  thoroughly  healthy  and  flourishing  condition,  and  liberality,  effi- 
ciency and  painstaking  care  characterize  the  management  in  all 
departments.  The  co-partners,  Messrs  N.  D.  and  H.  A.  Phelps,  are 
Vermonters  by  birth  and  training.  Mr.  N.  D.  Phelps  is  superintend- 
ent and  collector  for  the  Barre  Water  Company,  and  both  stand 
deservedly  high  in  social  and  business  circles. 


BAR  II  E  ,     VERMONT, 


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li.  M.  AVEIlIltlji,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Dealer  in  Groceries, 
Flour,  Coi-n,  Meal,  Feed,  Salt,  Nails,  Lime,  Cement,  Seeds,  Plaster, 
Glass,  Paints,  Oils,  Varnishes,  Etc. — The  oldest  and  best  known 
house  in  this  line  is  that  of  Mr.  L.  M.  Averill,  wholesale  and  retail 
dealer  in  groceries,  flour,  corn,  meal  and  feed;  salt,  seeds  and  nails; 
lime,  cement  and  plaster;  paints,  oils,  glass,  varnishes,  etc.  This 
house  stands  at  the  head  of  the  list  in  the  flour,  feed  and  grocery 
line  in  Barre.    Its  name  is  familiar  to  all,  and  represents  all  that  is 


pared  to  grant  his  patrons  every  possible  advantage  in  goods  and 
prices.  Mr.  Averill  is  a  native  of  Barre,  and  one  of  its  most  success- 
ful merchant  princes  who  lias  won  success  by  honestly  deserving  it. 


substantial,  reliable  and  true,  as  handling  the  very  best  teas,  coffees 
and  spices,  butter,  cheese  and  eggs,  foreign  and  domestic  groceries, 
table  luxuries,  and  all  the  good  things  from  every  quarter  of  the 
globe.  Mr.  Averill  established  his  business  here  in  a  small  way  in 
1870,  and  continued  to  steadily  lengthen  and  strengthen  his  stakes, 
increase  his  facilities,  extend  his  premises,  enlarge  his  commercial 
relations  and  expand  his  popularity  with  all  classes  of  buyers,  until 
he  reached  the  pre-eminence  in  his  business  which  he  now  enjoys 
and  of  which  he  has  every  reason  to  be  proud.  In  1887  he  built  what 
is  known  as  Averill's  Block,  a  fine  brick  structure  containing  three 
stories  and  a  basement,  50  x  80  feet,  half  of  which  he  occupies  for 
his  own  business.  Mr.  Averill  brings  large  practical  experience  to 
bear,  coupled  with  ample  resources  and  an  intimate  knowledge  of 
every  detail  of  the  grocery  trade  and  the  requirements  of  customei-a. 
He  handles  no  doubtful  goods,  and  therefore  cannot  offer  them  for 
sale.  No  one  recognizes  more  fully  than  he  the  essential  importance 
of  absolute  purity,  quality  and  freshness  in  this  class  of  goods,  while, 
aside  from  the  question  of  reputation,  purity  is  with  him  a  standing 
principle  which  cannot  be  deviated  from.  His  stock  of  flour  is  the 
largest  and  most  valuable  in  this  section  of  the  state,  and  small  deal- 
ers are  supplied  in  quantities  to  suit,  at  short  notice.  The  same  can 
be  said  in  regard  to  feed,  corn  and  meal,  in  which  he  does  an  enor- 
mous business.  Here  will  always  be  found  an  unusually  large  and 
first-class  assortment  of  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  including 
French,  English  and  American  delicacies,  such  as  prepared  mus- 
tards, sauces,  relishes,  salad  dressings,  potted  meats,  olives  and 
olive  oil.  macaroni  and  vermicelli,  chocolates  and  cocoas,  oatmeal, 
and  farinaceous  articles,  sugars  and  syrups,  molasses  and  vinegar, 
canned  meats  and  fruits,  and  the  best  brands  of  teas  and  coffees, 
whos  J  superior  qualities  are  well  known  and  recognized  by  the  trade, 
and  have  become  familiar  in  the  minds  of  the  people  as  household 
words.  The  goods  of  this  establishment  are  highly  esteemed 
throughout  this  and  adjoining  towns  for  their  quality,  purity  and 
moderate  prices,  and  customers  have  the  satisfaction  of  knowing 
that  nothing  inferior  or  adulterated  will  be  offered  them.  Mr. 
Averill  possesses  unequaled  facilities,  through  his  widespread  con 
nections  with  manufacturers  and  producers,  for  conducting  all 
transactions  imder  the  most  favorable  conditions,  and  is  ever  pre- 


SJUITH,  WHIXCOinB  &  COOK,  Manufacturers  of  The 
Barre  Turbine  Water  Wheel,  Mill  Machinei-y,  Derricks  with  Over- 
draw and  Capstans,  Granite  Polishing  Macliines,  and  Iron  Work  of 
all  Kinds.— The  representative  firm  of  Smith,  Whitcomb  &  Cook  are 
deservedly  prominent  as  manufacturei-s  of  the  celebrated  Barre 
Turbine  Water  Wheel,  and  also  of  the  Improved  North  American 
Swivel  Plows,  besides  a  general  line  of  mill  machinery,  quarry  ma- 
chinery, stone-polishing  machines,  hoisting  machines,  derrick,  cap- 
stans, and  iron  work  of  all  kinds.  This  important  industry  was 
founded  in  1818  by  the  late  Joshua  Twing,  and  it  has  been  under  the 
proprietorship  of  the  present  firm  for  nearly  twenty-five  years.  The 
works  are  spacious  in  size,  thoroughly  equipped  with  the  best  ma- 
chinery for  the  purpose,  operated  by  water  power,  and  furnish  em- 
ployment to  a  large  force  of  skilled  and  expert  hands.  The  special- 
ties manufactured  by  this  firm,  as  above,  are  considered  the  most 
perfect  in  the  market,  and  stand  without  a  peer.  The  Barre  Tur- 
bine Water  Wheel  is  the  best  wheel  at  whole  and  part  gates,  and 
for  power,  durability  and  efficiency  it  has  no  equal  in  this  country 
or  Europe.  The  improved  North  American  Swivel  plow,  with  pat- 
ent lever  clevis,  is  the  most  perfect  plow  yet  invented.  It  is  reversi- 
ble, with  a  stationary  cutter  that  is  always  in  line  with  the  share; 
has  a  center  cut  and  a  center  draft,  and  is  equally  adapted  for  flat 
land  or  hillside.  Its  entire  working  principle  is  controlled  by  a 
patent  independent  siiifting  clevis,  the  principles  of  which  have 
never  before  been  applied  to  any  plow,  making  a  machine  manage- 
able within  itself,  and  not  entirely  dependent  upon  the  working  qual- 
ities of  the  team.  Wherever  introduced  they  are  general  favorites 
with  farmers,  and  command  a  heavy  and  permanent  sale  through- 
out the  country.  A  leading  specialty  in  the  business  of  this  firm  is 
the  manufacture  of  stone  quarrying  and  polishing  machines,  which 
are  used  altogether  in  the  Barre  granite  quarries  and  shops.  The 
derricks  made  by  this  company  are  far  superior  to  any  made  in  this 
country,  combining  the  best  points  known  to  this  line  of  machines, 
special  attention  having  been  given  to  this  department  for  the  past 
eight  years,  many  improvements  being  made  at  the  suggestions  of 
Barre's  best  quarrymen.  All  sizes  and  kinds  specially  adapted  to 
the  varying  situations  and  variety  of  work  to  be  done  are  made 
from  the  small  hand  machine  for  one  man  or  horse  to  the  "  Jumbo" 
which  raises  fifty  tons  on  a  single  steel  cable  without  the  aid  of 
tackle  blocks.  The  latest  and  one  of  the  best  improvements  is  the 
overdraw,  which  raises  or  lowers  the  boom  while  lifting  the  heaviest 
loads  or  while  the  boom  is  swinging  from  place  to  place  without  in- 
terfering or  conflicting  in  the  least  with  the  working  of  any  other 
part  of  derrick  or  capstan.  The  granite  polishing  machine  built  by 
this  firm  is  constructed  upon  new  principles  peculiar  to  this  house, 
and  is  by  far  the  best  and  most  effective  apparatus  for  polishing 
stone,  yet  placed  upon  the  market.  It  is  easily  worked,  and  exe- 
cutes a  greater  amount  of  work  in  less  time  and  with  less  labor  than 
any  like  machine  made.  Special  attention  is  also  given  to  mill- 
wright work  of  all  descriptions,  and  as  machinists  and  iron  founders 
the  firm  have  an  extensive  list  of  patterns  and  command  superior 
facilities  for  turning  out  iron  work  of  every  description.  They 
manufacture  blank  gears,  spur  gears,  shafting,  hangers  and  pulleys; 
and  supply  Eureka  smut  and  separating  machines,  French  burr  mill 
stones,  belting,  etc.  In  addition  to  their  iron  works  this  firm  also 
operate  a  merchant  and  custom  grist  mill,  where  they  grind  and 
retail  one  hundred  cars  of  corn  per  year,  and  supply  bolted  Graham 
flour,  corn,  flour  and  feed  at  both  wholesale  and  retail.  The  mem- 
bers of  this  responsible  firm,  Messrs.  James  M.  Smith,  Wm.  E.  Whit- 
comb and  Benjamin  B.  Cook,  are  experienced  and  accomplished 
millwrights  and  manufacturers,  whose  standing  in  industrial  and 
trade  circles  is  so  well  established  as  to  place  them  far  beyond  the 
requirements  of  any  praise  which  these  pages  could  bestow.  Mr. 
Smith  and  Mr.  Cook  have  spent  a  lifetime  in  the  development  of  the 
business  of  this  house,  and  possess  a  foundation  understanding  of  all 
the  details  of  the  industry  and  the  requirements  of  the  trade.  Mr. 
Whitcomb  has  been  identified  with  various  industrial  enterprises 
previous  to  becoming  a  member  of  this  fli-m;  has  represented  the 
town  in  the  state  legislature,  served  as  justice  of  the  peace  and  filled 
other  offices  in  the  gift  of  his  fellow  citizens. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


"WARNER  F.  COIiBlf,  Furniture,  Carpets  and  Under- 
taking.— A  stock  of  modern  furniture  is  one  of  the  most  attractive 
siglits  to  be  seen  along  any  of  our  business  thoroughfares.  There  is 
an  originality  and  variety  of  design,  coupled  with  richness  of  mate- 
rials and  excellence  of  workmanship  that  entitles  each  piece  to  be 
called  a  work  of  art.  In  Barre  the  leading  house  in  the  manufacture 
and  sale  of  furniture  is  that  of  Mr.  Warner  F.  Colby,  who  also  deals 
extensively  in  carpets  and  is  prominent  as  an  undertaker.  The  busi- 
ness so  successfully  conducted  by  him  was  originally  established  in 
1886,  Messrs.  Bissonnette  &  Carter,  who  were  succeeded  in  1888  by 
Messrs.  Colby  &  Blanchard,  and  in  1890  Mr.  Colby  became  sole 
proprietor.  The  premises  comprise  three  floors,  30  r  80  feet  each, 
which  are  divided  into  salesrooms,  cabinet  making,  upholstering  and 
undertaking  departments,  and  every  modern  facility  is  at  hand  for 
conducting  all  branches  of  the  business  under  the  most  favorable 
conditions  and  upon  a  large  scale.  The  stock  of  furniture  embraces 
everything  that  may  be  desired  in  fine  and  medium  goods,  parlor  and 
chamber  suits,  dining-room,  library,  hall,  office  and  kitchen  furni- 
ture; besides  iimumerable  special  articles  for  both  use  and  adorn- 
ment in  wood,  silk,  brocades,  velours  and  plushes.  A  specialty  is 
made  of  manufacturing  furniture  both  for  stock  and  to  order,  the 
most  elegant  fabrics  being  used  in  the  upholstering,  and  all  the  work 
being  done  under  the  supervision  of  the  proprietor.  It  is  the  aim  of  ' 
Mr.  Colby  to  produce  goods  which  will  rank  superior  in  the  trade, 
not  only  in  quality  of  material  but  in  the  equally  important  matters 
of  tasteful  design  and  artistic  workmanship.  The  commonest  mate- 
rials when  manipulated  by  this  house,  assume  unique  and  pleasing 
shapes,  styles  in  unity  with  the  modern,  the  renaissance  and  the 
antique.  Much  of  the  ware  is  indeed  matchless  for  costly  elegance 
and  tasteful  composition,  while  the  variety  is  so  great  that  the  tastes 
and  means  of  all  classes  of  buyers  are  readily  met.  The  stock  of 
carpets  is  kept  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence,  and  em- 
braces all  the  latest  shades  and  patterns  of  Wiltons,  moquettes.  Ax- 
minsters,  tapestries  and  ingrains,  as  well  as  oil  cloths,  linoleums, 
rugs,  mattings,  etc.,  all  of  which  commend  their  own  merits  to  the 
confidence  and  patronage  of  critical  and  discriminating  buyers. 
The  splendid  reputation  enjoyed  by  this  house  in  the  undertaking 
line  has  been  acquired  by  a  lengthened  period  of  intelligent  and  con. 
scientious  application,  marked  by  the  adoption  of  every  method 
whereby  the  importance  of  the  service  rendered  might  be  heightened. 
No  similar  establishment  in  towrt  is  better  prepared  for  furnishing  or 
directing  funerals.  A  complete  supply  of  funeral  goods  is  kept  on 
hand,  including  coffins,  caskets  and  metallic  burial  cases,  ranging  in 
value  from  the  plainest  to  the  most  elaborate.  Every  necessary 
article  can  be  here  obtained.  In  embalming,  the  latest  and  best 
processes  are  employed.  Great  dispatch  is  used  in  answering  calls, 
while  it  has  always  been  the  policy  of  the  house  to  make  its  charges 
as  reasonable  as  is  consistent  with  first-class  service.  The  patron- 
age in  all  departments  is  large  and  influential,  and  has  been  secured 
by  honest,  honorable  and  liberal  business  methods.  Mr.  Colby  is  a 
native  of  Barre,  and  one  of  its  most  enterprising  merchants  and  re- 
liable business  men,  whose  continued  success  and  permanent  pros- 
perity is  well  assured. 


C.  W.  STEELE,  D.  D.  S.,  Dentist,  Granite  Block.— One  of  the 
leading  dentists  of  Barre  is  Dr.  C.  W.  Steele,  whose  handsomely  fur- 
nished office  is  located  in  Granite  block,  on  Main  Street.  This  busi- 
ness was  established  in  1889  and  is  constantly  increasing.  The 
finely  located  dental  parlors  are  arranged  and  equipped  upon  a  scale 
of  perfection  and  completeness  not  excelled  by  any  contemporary 
in  town.  The  operating  and  extracting  rooms  are  perfectly 
supplied  with  every  comfort  and  convenience  for  the  accommoda- 
tion of  patients,  and  every  appliance  for  satisfactory  operations. 
There  is  no  branch  of  the  dental  profession  of  which  Dr.  Steele  is 
not  perfect  master.  His  wise  and  discriminating  treatment  of  pa- 
tients, his  care  over  every  little  detail  that  goes  to  make  up  the  com- 
fort of  a  patron  serve  to  commend  him  to  the  public.  Anassthetics 
as  administered  by  him  are  most  successful  in  alleviating  pain  in  the 
extracting  and  filling  of  teeth.  Filling  decayed  teeth  with  gold,  plat- 
inum, silver  or  composition  is  executed  in  the  most  skillful  manner, 
while  special  attention  is  given  to  the  different  branches;  of  crown 
setting  and  bridging.  Dr.  Steele  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  a  Mason,  and 
a  gentleman  of  high  repute  and  eminent  popularity,  and  whatever 
success  he  may  achieve  will  be  richly  deserved. 


EDAVARD  W.  BISBEE,  General  Insurance  Agency,  over 
National  Bank.— The  great  aggregate  of  capital,  as  represented  in 
business  and  farm  property  in  this  village  and  vicinity,  has  neces- 
sitated the  establishing  here  of  branch  offices  of  leading  insurance 
companies  throughout  the  world.  These  companies  place  their 
interests  in  the  control  of  gentlemen  who  have  secured  a  well-estab- 
lished reputation  for  ability  and  integrity.  The  standing  enjoyed 
by  Mr.  Bisbee  in  insurance  circles  is  best  shown  by  the  following 
list  of  companies  which  he  represents,  to  wit:  American  Fire  Insur- 
ance Company,  New  York,  1857,  $1,300,84:^.03;  Fire  Association, 
Philadelphia,  1817,  $4,587,869.67;  German-American  Insurance  Com- 
pany, New  York,  1873,  $5,499,496.13:  Home  Insurance  Company,  New 
York,  1853,  $8,769,626.93;  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company,  New 
York,  1843,  $136,401,338.03;  New  Hampshire  Fire  Insurance  Com- 
pany, Manchester,  1869,  $1,588,816.66;  Niagara  Fire  Insurance  Com- 
pany, New  York,  1850,  $3,490,654.02;  Northern  Assurance  Company, 
Aberdeen,  Scotland,  1836,  $18,166,336.89;  Springfield  F.  &  M.  Insur- 
ance Company,  Mass,,  1849,  $3,410,983.94;  Sun  Fire  Office,  London, 
England,  1710.  Oldest  fire  company  in  the  world;  Union  Mutual 
Fire  Insurance  Company,  Montpelier,  1874.  Purely  mutual.  Repre- 
senting, as  he  does,  in  the  aggregate  a  capital  of  over  $200,000,000, 
Mr.  Bisbee  is  prepared  to  promptly  place  the  largest  risks  on  village 
dwellings,  farm  property,  builders'  risks,  business  blocks,  stocks 
of  merchandise,  household  goods,  etc.,  distributing  the  same  in  the 
most  judicious  and  satisfactory  manner,  quoting  the  lowest  rates  of 
premium,  and  promptly  settling  and  paying  all  losses  at  his  office. 
He  controls  the  insuring  of  a  large  line  of  business  and  residential 
property  in  the  village  and  vicinity,  and  his  knowledge  and  judg- 
ment as  an  underwriter  and  adjuster,  is  such  as  to  make  his  agency 
a  popular  resort  for  property  owners  who  desire  perfect  indemnity  at 
the  lowest  cost.  Mr.  Bisbee  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  prominent, 
both  as  an  insurance  agent  and  as  an  attorney  at  law.  He  began 
the  practice  of  law  here  in  1879,  and  the  succeeding  year  established 
his  insurance  agency.  In  1886,  it  was  largely  through  his  energy 
that  the  Barre  Water  Company  was  incorporated,  and  Barre  sup- 
plied with  one  of  the  best  water  systems  in  the  state.  For  the  past 
four  years  he  has  served  as  states  attorney  for  Washington  County, 
with  credit  and  acceptability,  and  is  prominently  identified  with 
the  local  affairs  in  village,  town  and  county;  being  eminently  popu- 
lar with  all  classes  of  the  community  as  a  gentleman  of  sound 
judgment,  legal  acumen  and  sterling  integrity. 

PITKIN  &  SKINNEU,  Swift's  Chicago  Dressed  Beef,  Na- 
tive Beef,  Mutton,  Pork  and  Veal. — Next  to  bread,  beef  and  pork  are 
the  most  important  articles  of  food  among  civilized  nations,  and 
the  enormous  demand  for  these  supplies  gives  rise  to  the  establish- 
ment of  extensive  houses  in  every  important  trade  center,  and  in 
this  particular  Barre  is  well  represented  by  a  number  of  houses,  the 
oldest  and  best  known  being  that  of  Messrs.  Pitkin  &  Skinner,  lo- 
cated in  French  Block.  This  firm  are  dealers  in  Swift's  Chicago 
dressed  beef,  mutton,  pork  and  veal ;  fruit  and  vegetables,  extra 
soused  tripe,  breakfast  bacon,  and  pure  native  rendered  lard.  The 
business  was  established  here  in  1871,  by  the  late  Nathaniel  Wilson, 
the  present  firm  taking  possession  as  successors  to  Mr.  A.  C.  Blanch- 
ard in  1888.  Their  market  is  spacious  in  size,  noted  for  its  cleanli- 
ness and  good  order,  and  is  fitted  up  with  refrigerators  for  keeping 
the  stock  fresh  and  sweet.  The  stock  consists  of  all  kinds  of  meats, 
fruits  and  vegetables,  including  fresh,  smoked  and  corned  beef; 
fresh  and  salt  pork,  hams  and  bacon,  lard,  etc.,  all  of  which  are 
delivered  free  of  charge  in  any  part  of  the  village  and  at  prices 
which  are  safe  from  successful  competition.  All  the  details  of  the 
business  are  conducted  under  the  personal  supervision  of  the  pro- 
prietors assisted  by  a  corps  of  five  experienced  hands,  who  are  pre- 
pared to  treat  customers  with  the  utmost  liberality  and  furnish  them 
with  as  good  a  quality  of  the  above  named  goods  as  can  be  had  in 
any  market.  We  commend  the  house  to  our  readers  as  one  whose 
reputation  has  been  secured  by  a  uniform  system  of  fair  and  honor- 
able dealing,  as  well  as  by  the  excellent  quality  and  thorough  relia- 
bility of  the  products  handled.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  H.  E.  Pit- 
kin and  H.  A.  Skinner,  are  native  Vermonters,  thoroughly  experi- 
enced in  all  the  requirements  of  the  public  in  this  direction  of  trade, 
enterprising  and  progressive  in  all  their  methods,  reliable  and  re- 
sponsible in  all  their  dealings,  and  eminently  popular  with  their  host 
of  friends  and  patrons. 


BARRE,     VERMONT, 


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J.  B.  CHAIWIBERIilN,  Choice  Fancy  Groceries,  Teas,  Cof- 
fees, Spices,  Confectionery  and  Cigars,  Slieplee  &  Jones'  Block,  No.  Ill 
Main  Street.— One  of  the  finest  provision  establishments  in  Barre  is 
Mr.  J.  B.  Chamberliu's.  It  is  central  and  prominent  in  location  and 
elegantly  fitted  up.  This  concern  is  a  veritable  emporium  of  the 
choicest  food  products  as  secured  from  every  quarter  of  the  globe. 
In  the  selection  of  goods,  quality  has  ever  been  the  first  considera. 
tion,  and  this  store  has  become  renowned  as  headquarters  for  the 
best  and  purest  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  provisions,  and  food 
products  generally.  This  business  was  established  in  1878  by  Mr. 
Chamberlin,  who,  being  experienced  and  practical,  able  and  honor- 
able has  developed  a  large  and  growing  patronage,  the  result  of 
which  is  this  emporium  occupying  without  exception  the  most  desir- 
able location  in  town.  The  stock  is  notable  for  extent,  care  in  se- 
lection, celebrity  of  brands,  and  remarkably  low  scale  of  prices.  In 
fact  nowhere  in  town  can  it  be  duplicated,  at  prices  quoted.  This  is 
because  Mr.  Chamberlin  contracts  when  wholesale  prices  are  favor- 
able, and  because  of  his  enormous  and  rapidly  growing  trade,  which 
enables  him  to  divide  the  usual  profits  as  made  in  other  stores,  of  lim- 
ited trade,  with  his  own  customers.  His  stock  has  long  been  noted 
for  choicest  coffees,  fresh  crop  teas,  purest  sugars  and  syrups,  best 
grades  of  farinaceous  goods;  full  strength  and  pure  spices  and  ex- 
tracts, a  complete  assortment  of  canned  and  preserved  goods,  fruits, 
vegetables,  meats  and  fish,  bearing  the  brands  of  old  responsible 
packers  and  always  guaranteed  full  weight,  and  just  as  represented, 
the  best  possible  to  be  put  up.  A  large  stock  of  crockery  and  glass- 
ware, tobacco  and  cigars  are  kept  constantly  on  hand.  This  is  the 
model  grocery  house  and  in  its  features  and  general  management 
is  the  leading  exponent  in  its  line.  Mr.  Chamberlin  is  a  native  of 
Vermont,  and  his  career  as  a  business  man  in  this  city  has  been 
characterized  by  unswerving  integrity,  and  his  efforts  have  been 
crowned  with  an  eminent  and  well-merited  success. 

H,  Z.  MILiIiS,  Dry  Goods,  Main  Street.— One  of  the  leading 
and  best  dry  goods  establishments  in  this  city  is  that  of  which  Mr. 
Henry  Z.  Mills  is  proprietor.  This  business  was  established  by  Mr. 
Mills  in  1865,  but  he  has  only  occupied  the  present  location  for  the 
past  five  years.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  three  floors,  38  x 
60  feet  In  dimensions.  They  are  well  lighted,  neatly  and  tastefully 
arranged,  and  thoroughly  stocked  with  a  complete  line  of  the  mul- 
titudinous list  of  articles  essential  to  a  well-regulated  dry  goods 
house.  The  stock  consists  in  part  of  cloths,  cassimeres,  silks,  sat- 
ins, velvets,  foreign  and  domestic  dress  goods,  ginghams,  flannels, 
worsteds,  prints,  percales,  muslins,  linens,  etc.  Also  ladies'  and 
gents'  furnishing  goods,  such  as  underwear,  neckwear  of  the  new- 
est, nobbiest  styles,  hosiery,  gloves,  shirts,  collars,  cuffs,  etc.;  also 
buttons,  trimmings,  and  notions  generally.  He  also  keeps  a  fine 
stock  of  men's,  boys'  and  youths'  clothing,  hats,  caps,  boots,  shoes, 
etc.  He  has  a  department  containing  a  full  stock  of  groceries  and 
a  large  assortment  of  crockery  and  glass,  etc.  Mr.  Mills  keeps  five 
clerks  who  are  always  prepared  to  give  prompt,  polite,  and  careful 
attention  to  the  wants  of  customers.  He  makes  it  a  special  point 
to  charge  no  fancy  prices  for  goods,  but  to  mark  everything  as  low 
as  can  be  done  consistently  with  a  living  business;  hence  it  is  that 
in  the  busy  season  his  handsome  store  is  thronged  with  customers 
daily  from  morning  until  the  close  of  the  day's  business.  Mr.  Mills' 
■establishment  is  conducted  in  a  manner  as  highly  creditable  to  his 
executive  ability  as  to  his  taste  in  the  selection  of  goods. 

KENDRICK  &  KIMBALiIi,  Proprietors  of  The  People's 
Drug  Store,  No.  127  Main  Street. — Gentlemen  who  possess  in  an  emi- 
nent degree  all  those  characteristics  and  high  attainments  that  go  to 
make  up  a  thoroughly  skilled  pharmacist  and  an  ornament  to  the 
profession  are  Messrs.  Kendrick  and  Kimball.  In  1890  this  establish- 
ment was  inaugurated  and  during  the  short  period  of  its  existence, 
has  gained  a  popularity  enjoyed  by  but  few  similar  houses  in  town. 
The  store  is  spacious  and  commodious,  handsome  in  all  its  appoint- 
ments and  replete  with  all  the  equipments-pertaining  to  a  first-class 
pharmacy.  Recognizing  the  responsibility  attending  the  dispensing 
of  physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  recipes,  special  provision  has 
•been  made  for  this  department,  in  which  they  are  prepared  promptly 
at  all  hours  of  the  day  or  night,  to  compound  prescriptions  in  the 
most  accurate  manner.  A  very  large  stock  is  carried  of  pure,  fresh 
■drugs,  medicines  and  Jchemicals,  and  pharmaceutical  preparations, 
also  all  proprietary  remedies,  of  well-known  merit  and  reputation ; 


toilet  and  fancy  articles,  perfumery,  druggists'  sundries,  and  in  fact 
everything  usually  found  in  a  flrst-class  pharmacy.  Polite  service  is 
always  accorded  to  patrons,  and  prices  are  just  and  reasonable. 
This  elegant,  reliable,  well-managed  establishment  is  most  eligibly 
located  opposite  the  railroad  station  at  No.  127  Main  Street.  Messrs. 
H.  P.  Kendrick  and  W.  M.  Kimball,  the  proprietors,  during  their 
brief  career  in  this  place  as  business  men,  have  won  for  themselves 
enviable  reputations  and  are  recognized  as  careful,  exact,  and  trust- 
worthy pharmacists. 

J.  a.  NICHOLS  &  SON,  Clocks,  Watches,  Jewehy,  Silver 
and  Plated  Ware,  etc.,  Nichols'  Block,  opposite  Depot,  Main  Street.— 
A  prominent  and  deservedly  popular  house  engaged  in  the  jewelry 
industry  in  Barre  is  that  of  J.  G.  Nichols  &  Son,  located  in  Nichols' 
Block,  opposite  the  depot.  The  business  was  originally  established  , 
in  1882,  under  the  present  firm  name,  and  in  1885  the  handsome  build- 
ing known  as  Nichols'  Block  was  erected  by  the  senior  partner  and 
the  firm  removed  to  the  present  store.  Mr.  J.  G.  Nichols,  who  had, 
previous  to  the  formation  of  this  firm,  been  engaged  in  the  jewelry 
business  for  many  years,  died  in  1890  and  the  business  is  now  con- 
ducted by  the  son,  Mr.  F.  W.  Nichols,  without  change  in  the  firm 
name.  The  store  is  one  of  the  handsomest  and  most  attractive  on 
the  street,  and  is  perfect  in  convenience  of  arrangement  for  display, 
inspection  and  sale.  A  very  fine  stock  is  carried  in  every  line,  and 
special  effort  has  been  made  to  preserve  uniform  excellence  in  both 
quality  and  make.  This  is  rendered  fully  possible  by  the  splendid 
connections  of  the  house  with  manufacturers  and  importers  of  the 
best  repute,  and  the  activity  of  the  proprietor  in  exacting  tribute 
from  every  source  that  promises  increased  usefulness  and  popular- 
ity. In  watches,  clocks,  jewelry,  charms,  solid  silver  and  plated 
ware,  gold  and  silver  ornaments  and  novelties  of  every  description, 
the  assortments  are  equal  to  any  in  this  section  of  the  state.  The 
goods  have  been  selected  with  care  and  judgment,  exhibiting  a  wide 
range  in  value,  and  are  calculated  to  meet  the  wants  of  the  greatest 
possible  number  of  buyers.  Fine  watch  repairing  is  made  a  specialty 
and  the  house  is  well  prepared  to  give  the  best  of  satisfaction  in  all 
its  operations,  while  being  consistent  in  its  determination  to  furnish 
first-class  goods  and  thoroughly  reliable  service  on  the  most  advan- 
tageous terms  that  can  be  afforded.  Ample  capital  is  employed  in 
in  the  enterprise,  and  it  is  a  growing  factor  in  the  mercantile  devel- 
opment of  the  town.  A  stationery  and  art  department  is  also  con- 
nected with  this  establishment,  under  the  management  of  Miss  M.  F. 
Nichols,  where  is  displayed  an  elegant  and  elaborate  stock  of  fine 
stationery,  art  materials  and  holiday  goods,  which  are  offered  at 
fair  and  equitable  prices  and  are  liberally  patronized.  Mr.  Nichols 
is  a  native  of  Barre,  trained  to  the  jewelers'  art  from  his  early  youth 
and  a  young  man  of  large  practical  experience,  wide  acquaintance 
and  eminent  popularity. 

BARRE  WOOB-\rORKING  COMPANY,  Pine  Lumber 
and  all  Kind  of  Sheathing,  Moulding,  Etc.,  M.  F.  Burnham,  Business 
Manager.— There  is  probably  no  city  in  this  section  of  the  state  pre- 
senting greater  advantages  and  facilities  to  the  dealer  in  lumber 
than  Barre.  In  a  growing  place  like  this,  men  who  are  practically 
conversant  with  their  business  and  its  details,  and  withal,  energetic 
and  industrious,  are  important  acquisitions  to  its  progress.  Such 
men  in  an  eminent  degree  are  Messrs.  H.  A.  and  M.  F.  Burnham, 
possessing  as  they  do,  a  thorough  understanding  of  the  various  de- 
partments of  the  business  in  a  mechanical  and  business  point  of 
view.  This  enterprise  was  founded  in  1885,  by  Lane  &  Moore,  to 
whom  the  present  firm  succeeded  in  1889.  It  ranks  to-day  as  one  of 
the  most  important  of  its  kind  in  this  section.  The  mill,  yard  and 
sheds  occupy  a  large  area  of  land,  the  mill  being  36  x  60  feet,  with  an 
additional  "  L,"  16  x  70  feet.  The  mill  is  finely  equipped  with  all  the 
necessary  machinery,  driven  by  a  steam-engine  of  forty  horse-power. 
A  mammoth  stock  of  lumber  in  the  rough  and  dressed,  and  building 
material  generally  is  carried  on  hand,  and  orders  to  any  required 
amount  are  rapidly  and  carefully  filled.  The  specialties  of  the  firm 
are  pine  lumber  and  all  kinds  of  sheathing,  moulding,  etc.  All 
kinds  of  wood-work  is  done  to  order  and  general  job  work  is  a  chief 
feature  of  the  business.  The  firm  cater  to  the  better  class  of  custom 
in  this  section,  and  employ  a  large  force  of  hands.  Mr.  H.  A.  Burn- 
ham is  a  native  of  Scotland;  M.  F.  was  born  in  New  York.  They  are 
energetic  and  representative  men,  and  their  enterprise  is  certainly  a 
valuable  addition  to  the  industries  of  Barre. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


CHARIiKS  YOUNG  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  and  Dealers  in 
Rough  and  Finished  Barre  Granite.— The  public  does  not  require  a 
very  long  time  to  ascertain  if  the  designs  and  intentions  of  a  busi- 
ness house  are  legitimate.  Even  age  will  not  convince  purchasers  to 
the  contrary,  if  the  evident  ends  of  a  house  are  in  the  wrong  direc- 
tion. An  example  is  to  be  seen  in  the  firm  of  Messrs.  Chas.  Young 
&  Co.,  South  Main  Street,  at  the  bridge;  a  concern  in  which  Barre  has 
already  become  convinced  as  to  its  honorable  policy,  although  the 
present  company  did  not  go  into  active  operations  until  1890.  The 
business  was  first  established  however  in  1883,  by  Messrs.  Gamble  & 
Young.  The  functions  of  Messrs.  Young  &  Co.  are  those  of  manu- 
facturers of  and  dealers  in  rough  and  finished  Barre  granite,  a  line 
which  covers  monuments,  tablets,  fencing,  drapery  and  carved 
work,  drapery  and  carving  being  their  specialty.  The  firm's  works 
cover  a  space  20  x  60  feet,  where  twenty-six  men  are  kept  employed 
in  completing  jobs  to  fill  orders.  It  is  a  pleasurable  duty  to  give  this 
firm  space  in  tliis  historical  review,  for  the  reason  that  the  gentle- 
men composing  it  are  young  men,  full  of  ambition  and  energy  and 
endeavoring  to  build  up  a  fine,  prosperous  business.  The  indications 
are  that  they  will  succeed,  because  they  have  begun  at  the  end  of 
the  road  where  lies  honor  and  business  integrity.  There  are  three 
members  of  the  house,  all  having  been  born  in  Scotland  and  all  being 
members  of  the  O.  S.  C.  Mr.  Chas.  Young  has  manifested  an  apt- 
ness for  business  and  reliability  which  will  no  doubt  prove  his  suc- 
cess in  life.  The  senior  partner  is  Mr.  A.  J.  Young,  a  gentleman  of 
upright  commercial  principles,  while  the  junior  member  is  Mr. 
James  Grant,  whose  connection  here  cannot  fail  to  add  importance 
to  the  standing  of  this  estimable  house. 

PKRIiEY  CHANDIiER,  Watchmaker  and  Jeweler.— The 
display  made  in  our  leading  establishments  devoted  to  the  sale  of 
jewelry  and  kindred  goods  is  thoroughly  magnificent.  The  leader  in 
this  line  in  Barre  is  Mr.  Perley  Chandler,  who  occupies  spacious  and 
well-equipped  quarters  in  Jackman  Block.  This  gentleman  is  a 
watchmaker  and  jeweler  of  large,  practical  experience  and  estab- 
lished reputation,  and  is  a  recognized  authority  in  all  the  intricacies 
of  the  business.  He  deals  largely  in  watches,  clocks,  jewelry  and 
plated  ware,  spectacles  and  eye  glasses,  fancy  goods,  stationery,  etc., 
and  gives  skillful  attention  to  repairing  watches,  clocks  and  jewelry. 
He  has  been  engaged  in  the  jewelry  business  here  since  1868,  and  has 
occupied  his  present  store  since  1885.  The  premises  are  elegantly 
fitted  up  with  handsome  wall  cabinets,  heavy  plate  show-cases,  and 
large  safes,  and  are  perfect  in  convenience  of  arrangement  for  dis- 
play, inspection  and  sale.  Here  will  be  found  certain  classes  of  ar- 
ticles noted  for  novelty,  beauty  and  merit,  for  decoration  and  per- 
sonal adornment,  to  be  obtained  nowhere  else  in  town.  In  watches 
Mr.  Chandler  takes  the  lead  in  the  finest  movements,  including  every 
variety  of  plain  and  fancy  gold  eases,  also  sterling  silver  watches. 
In  jewelry  the  stock  compares  favorably  with  any  in  the  state,  and 
is  notable  for  the  richness  and  originality  of  styles,  for  elaborate 
workmanship  and  for  low  prices.  Here  are  sets,  half  sets  and  single 
pieces  in  bewildering  variety,  rings,  chains  and  charms,  from  which 
the  most  fastidious  can  be  suited.  Mr.  Chandler  numbers  among  his 
patrons  the  leading  citizens  of  this  and  adjoining  towns,  and  is  ever 
the  first  with  new  styles  and  latest  novelties,  while  giving  full  value 
for  money  received  in  all  cases.  Mr.  Chandler  is  a  native  of  Ver- 
mont, and  a  gentleman  of  broad  culture,  wide  observation  and 
sterling  probity,  while  his  house  is  thoroughly  representative  of  the 
best  methods  and  finest  work  of  the  American  jewelry  trade. 


FULTON  mARKKT,  Beef,  Pork,  Lard,  Hams.  Sausage,  Etc., 
H.  Skeels,  Manager. — The  well-known  meat  emporium  conducted 
under  the  above  name  was  established  February  1st,  1889,  and 
at  once  sprang  into  a  leading  place  in  the  public  regard.  The 
market  is  20  x  30  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  finely  equipped  and  ar- 
ranged throughout  for  the  proper  storage  and  display  of  the  stock  of 
fresh  meats  carried,  which  always  includes  the  freshest  and  choicest 
killings  of  beef,  pork,  etc.,  while  in  smoked  and  cured  meats,  such 
as  hams,  bacon,  etc.,  the  stock  is  also  of  the  best  product.  This  es- 
tablishment does  a  large  retail  business  in  meats,  and  a  growing 
wholesale  trade  in  lard,  which  is  manufactured  and  put  up  espe- 
cially for  their  trade.  The  lard  house,  separate  from  the  market,  is 
16  X  34  feet  in  dimensions.  The  entire  business  is  under  the  personal 
management  of  Mr.  H.  Skeels,  who  is  a  native  of  New  York,  and 
jnuch  respected  in  this  community  for  business  and  personal  worth. 


FRANK  MclVHORTFR  &  CO.,  Clothing,  Gents'  Fur- 
nishing Goods,  Granite  Block.— This  house  has  been  in  successful  op- 
eration since  1884,  and  took  possession  of  its  present  premises  in 
1888.  The  store  is  one  of  the  handsomest  and  most  attractive  in 
town,  measuring  20  x  68  feet,  with  a  basement  of  the  same  size,  and 
is  stocked  to  repletion  at  all  times  with  new,  choice  and  stylish  goods. 
This  firm  pay  special  attention  to  the  cut  and  style  of  their  ready- 
made  clothing.  These  bear  no  relation  to  values.  They  want  to  see 
their  cheaper  grades  of  clothing  set  as  well  upon  the  form  and  have 
as  correct  a  style  as  tlieir  high-priced  goods.  They  take  a  personal 
pride  in  this  matter,  and  they  are  not  ashamed  to  put  their  name 
upon  their  clothing  and  have  everybody  know  where  it  was  pur- 
chased. They  have  learned  that  a  good  name,  a  name  that  stands 
for  honorable  dealings,  square  business  methods  and  just  prices,  is 
something  that  counts  side  by  side  with  the  capital  that  backs  a 
business.  Indeed,  it  is  a  part  of  the  capital,  and  a  part  that  is  the 
most  valuable.  When  it  comes  to  materials,  they  have  a  variety  of 
patterns  and  qualities  that  will  satisfy  the  most  exacting  and  fastid- 
ious. They  find  that  it  pays  to  have  a  large  trade  with  small  profits 
rather  than  a  small  trade  with  large  profits.  This  enables  them  to 
keep  their  stock  always  fresh,  and  they  are  not  obliged  to  work  off 
old  patterns  and  last  year's  styles  among  their  new  goods.  In  point 
of  size,  elegance,  extent  of  stock  and  amount  of  sales  their  hat  and 
cap  department  stands  unequaled  in  town.  Every  season  it  looms 
up  with  a  larger  trade,  and  the  firm  are  in  a  better  position  this  sea- 
son than  ever  before  to  please  their  many  patrons.  They  handle  all 
the  celebrated  makes  of  Derby,  soft  and  silk  hats,  and  their  prices 
are  always  the  lowest.  Their  line  of  gents'  furnishings  includes 
shirts,  collars  and  cuffs,  hosiery,  gloves,  underwear,  scarfs,  cravats, 
ties,  suspenders,  studs  and  buttons;  ornaments,  trinkets  and  dressing 
conveniences  of  every  kind  are  included  in  this  department,  and  this 
firm  make  it  their  special  business  to  be  in  advance  of  all  others  in 
displaying  the  newest  styles  and  freshest  novelties.  The  members 
of  this  enterprising  firm  are  Messrs.  Frank  McWhorter  and  Azro  D. 
Morse.  Mr.  McWhorter  is  a  native  of  New  York,  and  an  experienced 
clothing  merchant.  Mr.  Morse  is  a  well-known  granite  dealer  here, 
and  represented  Barre  in  the  state  legislature  of  1886.  These  gen- 
tlemen are  ably  assisted  in  the  management  of  the  business  bj'  Mr. 
Vic.  Curtis,  an  accomplished  salesman,  with  whom  it  is  always  a 
pleasure  to  deal. 

MRS.  W.  F.  SHEPARD  &  CO.,  Millinery.- There  is  no  peo- 
ple on  the  face  of  the  earth  whose  tastes  are  more  refined,  artistic 
and  commendable  than  the  Americans,  and  particularly  the  case 
in  the  matter  of  dress;  a  department  in  which  American  ladies  are 
most  prominent,  and  especially  in  the  styles  of  millinery  that  they 
wear.  Barre  has  become  noted  as  a  place  in  which  some  of  the 
most  commendable  fashions  originated,  and  many  of  these  may  be 
traced  to  the  neat  and  attractive  millinery  store  of  Mrs.  W.  F.  Shep- 
ard,  in  Main  Street.  This  lady  has  proven  herself  a  most  excellent 
business  woman,  and  withal,  a  person  whose  tastes  and  ideas  of 
style  are  such  as  to  attract  the  ladies  from  the  best  families  of  town. 
Mrs.  Shepard  established  her  business  in  1888,  and  has  a  room  30  x  80 
feet  in  space,  where  she  employs  three  skilled  hands.  She  attends 
particularly  to  custom  work,  and  has  gained  the  reputation  for  being 
a  most  reliable  business  woman.  Mrs.  Shepard  keeps  a  large  stock 
of  millinery  constantly  on  sale,  and  is  ambitious  in  being  the  first  to 
introduce  the  very  latest  Paris,  London  and  New  York  styles.  Mrs. 
Shepard  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  possesses  all  of  the  true  com- 
mercial aptnesB  of  the  New  Englander. 

GEOROF  CASSIE,  Manufacturer  of  and  Wholesale  Dealer 
in  Barre  Granite  Monuments.— Mr.  George  Cassie  is  manufacturer 
of  and  wholesale  dealer  in  Barre  granite  monuments  from  the  best 
light  and  dark  stock.  The  business  was  first  established  under  the 
firm  title  of  Messrs.  Cassie  &  Frasier,  in  1887,  but  upon  the  retirement 
of  the  latter  gentleman  in  1888,  Mr.  Cassie  became  the  sole  proprie- 
tor. He  conducts  a  wholesale  trade  and  is  building  up  an  extensive 
and  lucrative  custom.  He  has  a  factory  covering  26  x  200  feet,  and 
employs  forty  men  in  the  conduct  of  his  affairs.  It  is  paying  a  com- 
pliment to  Mr.  Cassie  to  say  that  he  is  a  native  of  Scotland,  because 
she  has  supplied  America  with  some  of  her  brightest  business  men. 
He  has  supplied  the  market  with  some  of  the  best  granite  that  the 
beds  of  Barre  afford.  Besides,  he  is  popular  and  influential  in  the 
community. 


BARRE,     VERMONT. 


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PEItRY  &  CAMP,  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods,  Boots,  S.ioes,  Et«. 
—This  house  has  been  in  successful  operation  since  1868,  and  has  a 
fronta;,'e  of  fifty  and  a  depth  of  one  hundred  feet.  It  is  supplied 
with  every  modern  appliance  that  the  advanced  requirements  of  the 
times  demand,  while  all  the  details  of  the  business  are  conducted 
with  a  system  and  order  tliat  renders  business  relations  with  the  firm 
of  the  most  satisfactory  character.  The  senior  partner  visits  the  lead- 
ing markets  of  the  country  every  season,  and  secures  the  latest  origi- 
nal styles  and  novelties  in  textures,  patterns  and  shades.  Here,  for 
instance,  is  the  silk  department,  where  is  displayed  every  color  and 
shade  at  present  fasl I ionable,  including  some  of  the  most  beautiful 
silks  ever  offered  at  prices  astonishingly  low;  while  the  same  remark 
applies  to  their  matins  and  velvets.  The  ladies  have  here  found  the 
largest  variety  iu  dress  goods  of  all  descriptions  from  which  to 
make  selections,  embracing  as  it  does  all  desirable  fabrics  and  nu- 
merous novelties,  unquestionably  the  finest  line  of  robes  and  pat- 
terns ever  exhibited  in  Barre.  The  suit  and  cloak  department  is 
also  c,  great  attraction  to  lady  customers,  all  the  suits  here  shown 
being  made  up  after  the  latest  Paris  fashions,  and  in  elegance  of 
style  and  excellence  of  workmanship  are  really  peerless.  Every- 
thing in  white  goods,  domestics,  ladies'  and  gents'  furnishings,  no- 
tions, fancy  goods  and  small  wares  are  here  found,  of  the  best  quali- 
ties and  at  the  lowest  prices.  The  amplitude  of  the  stock  in  the  boot 
and  shoe  department,  embracing  nearly  every  make  of  goods  known 
to  the  trade,  ranks  the  house  as  the  leader  in  this  line.  Boots, 
shoes,  rubbers  and  slippers  for  men,  women,  misses,  youths,  boys, 
and  children,  and  in  all  the  various  styles,  grades  and  sizes,  are  here 
displayed,  while  many  of  the  styles  are  peculiar  to  this  house,  and, 
being  manufactured  expressly  for  the  firm,  cannot  be  obtained  else- 
where. The  carpet  department  is  brilliant  with  bright  colors  and 
new  shades  in  Wiltons,  moquettes,  Axminsters,  Brussels,  tapestries, 
ingrains  and  other  carpetings ;  also  oil  cloths,  linoleums,  mattings, 
etc.  The  firm  also  deal  largely  in  crockery,  china,  glassware,  lamps 
and  lamp  goods,  and  full  lines  are  carried  of  the  best  French,  Ger- 
man, English  and  American  china  and  crockery,  and  the  rarest 
assortments  of  Bohemian,  Belgian  and  Austrian  glassware.  The 
grocery  department  has  long  been  liberally  patronized,  and  here  is 
kept  the  finest  teas,  the  purest  coffees,  the  best  brands  of  family 
flour,  first-class  spices,  sugars,  syrups  and  molasses;  canned  goods 
in  great  variety,  and  all  kinds  of  staple  groceries,  fresh  and  first 
cla.ss  in  quality,  and  at  rock-bottom  prices.  The  co-partners, 
Messrs.  James  M.  Perry  and  Philo  G.  Camp,  are  natives  of  "Vermont, 
and  long  prominent  in  the  business  circles  of  Barre.  Mr.  Perry  is 
the  present  representative  from  Barre  in  the  state  legislature,  and  a 
director  of  the  National  Bank  of  Barre;  and  both  are  identified  with 
the  interests  of  the  town  in  the  broadest  sense. 

C.  H.  KENERSON  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  and  Dealers  in 
Monuments,  Head-stones,  and  Cemetery  Work  of  Every  Description, 
Office,  Granite  Street. — Few  industries  have  attained  greater  per- 
fection or  higher  repute  in  Barre  than  the  production  of  granite  for 
monuments  and  memorial  purposes,  so  ably  represented  by  the 
house  of  C.  H.  Kenerson&Co.  This  firm  are  deservedly  prominent 
and  popular  as  manufacturers  of  and  dealers  in  monuments,  head- 
stones and  cemetery  work  of  every  description,  making  a  specialty 
of  the  celebrated  light  and  dark  Barre  granite.  The  business  was 
founded  in  August,  1887,  and  the  firm  is  composed  of  Messrs.  C.  H. 
Kenerson  and  F.  A.  Howe.  The  firm  do  work  principally  for  the 
trade,  and  employ  on  a  steady  average  fifteen  expert  workmen  at 
their  works,  which  are  situated  on  Granite  Street.  These  works  are 
finely  and  completely  equipped  as  a  matter  of  course  and  in  keeping 
with  the  heavy  transactions  of  the  house;  all  the  departments  so 
essential  to  a  business  of  this  kind  are  to  be  noted,  and  in  the 
polishing  department  in  particular,  are  four  of  the  latest  im- 
proved polishing  machines,  operated  by  an  engine  of  sixteen  horse- 
power. Five  hands  are  employed  in  this  department.  The  work 
turned  out  at  this  establishment  always  speaks  for  itself  and  com- 
mands the  attention  and  admiration  of  the  general  public.  Esti- 
mates are  furnished  on  application,  and  terms  are  placed  at  figures 
which  precludes  successful  competition.  Both  members  of  the 
firm  are  natives  of  the  state  They  are  enterprising  and  successful 
business  men  and  are  two  of  Barre's  progressive  and  public-spirited 
citizens.  Mr.  Kenerson  belongs  to  the  Royal  Arcanum,  while  Mr. 
Howe  belongs  to  the  Ord°r  of  the  World. 


FRED  A.  SliAYTOIV,  Livery,  Feed  and  Sale  Stable,  South 
Main  Street.— Mr.  Fred  A.  Slayton  is  the  proprietor  of  an  extensive 
livery,  feed  and  sale  stable,  on  South  Main  Street.  The  business 
has  been  established  for  over  four  years,  and  the  present  location 
has  been  occupied  since  1888.  The  stable  comprises  a  spacious  two- 
story  building,  30  x  60  feet  in. dimensions,  and  is  very  complete  in  its 
appointments,  and  well  lighted,  ventilated  and  drained.  The  livery 
department  is  admirably  managed,  the  house  having  fully  a  dozen 
of  splendid  stylish  horses  and  carriages,  and  can  send  out  as  fine 
appearing  equipages  as  are  to  be  seen  in  the  city.  Particular  atten- 
tion is  paid  to  order  by  telephone,  reliable  teams  ere  furnished  for 
all  occasions  at  short  notice,  and  a  corps  of  gentlemen's  drivers  is  a 
special  feature  at  this  establishment.  In  the  boarding  department 
every  care  is  paid  to  hoi-ses  left  in  charge  by  competent  and  atten- 
tive hostlers,  and  in  the  sales  department  orders  and  special  com- 
missions are  filled  for  driving,  saddle  and  work  horses,  and  the  best 
satisfaction  given.  Horses  are  bought,  sold  and  exchanged,  and  in 
all  transactions  BIr.  Slayton  will  be  found  fair  and  strictly  honorable. 
Taking  everything  into  consideration,  this  is  one  of  the  best  con- 
ducted and  most  reliable  stables  in  Barre  and  vicinitj-,  and  its  prices 
are  most  reasonable.  It  commands  a  large  transient  and  local 
trade.  ^Ir.  Slayton  is  a  native  of  this  state  and  an  Odd  Fellow  in 
high  standing. 

JAITIES  AHERN,  Maker  and  Dealer  in  Stone  Cutters'  and 
Quarry  Tools,  Granite  Street.— Mr.  James  Ahern  established  himself 
in  business  in  1886,  his  line  covering  the  making  of  and  dealing  in  stone 
cutters'  and  quarry  tools,  his  shop,  which  covei"s  25  x  50  feet  of  space, 
being  located  in  Granite  Street,  in  the  rear  of  Stafford's  polishing  mill. 
Mr.  Ahern  is  justly  entitled  to  the  success  which  he  has  attained, 
for  the  reason  that  he  has  worked  hard  for  it.  He  carries  an  ample 
stock  of  goods,  which  are  manufactured  from  the  best  American 
and  English  steel  and  his  reputation  has  become  established  for  in- 
tegrity in  all  of  his  transactions  and  the  wares  that  he  handles.  He 
carries  a  full  stock  of  face,  pean.  striking,  pavers'  and  blacksmith 
sledge  hammers  and  tongs,  which  he  disposes  of  at  reasonable 
prices,  as  may  be  observed  by  reference  to  his  price  list.  He  also 
attends  to  orders  by  mail.  Mr.  Ahern's  trade  is  local,  yet  he  is 
regarded  as  the  leading  merchant  in  his  especial  line,  a  fact  which 
may  readily  he  understood,  when  it  is  known  that  he  keeps  five  men 
constantly  employed.  Mr.  Ahern  is  a  native  of  Rhode  Island. 
Since  his  residence  in  Barre,  he  has  taken  a  deep  interest  in  local 
aCairs,  and  is  noted  as  a  worthy  citizen. 

mRS.  J.  m,  BOND,  Millinery,  Fancy  Goods  and  Embroider- 
ies, Worthen  Block.— Mi-s.  Bond  has  been  engaged  in  business  in 
this  village  for  the  past  four  years,  and  now  has  the  finest  store  of 
its  kind  in  town.  It  is  spacious  in  size,  handsomely  appointed  and 
perfect  in  convenience  of  arrangement  for  display,  inspection  and 
sale.  The  large  show  windows  are  dressed  as  none  othei"s  are,  and 
regale  the  eye  of  the  shopper  with  a  complete  panoramic  display  in 
the  world  of  millinery,  fancy  goods  and  embroideries.  The  stock  in 
all  departments  is  choice  and  well-selected,  embracing  fine  French 
millinery  goods,  such  as  trimmed  and  untrimmed  hats  and  bonnets, 
feathers,  flowers,  laces  and  trimmings  in  all  the  latest  and  most  pop- 
ular styles.  From  the  elegant  variety  of  plushes  and  velvets  a  lady 
may  select  whatever  she  most  desires  for  her  new  opera  or  street 
bonnet.  She  can  have  the  material  cut  off,  select  her  trimmings  and 
depart  with  the  positive  knowledge  that  at  the  time  Sf)ecifled,  be  it 
two  hours  or  two  days  hence,  the  bonnet  will  be  delivered  to  her  per- 
fect satisfaction.  Frames  for  bonnets  and  hats,  as  well  as  the  felt, 
straw,  velvet  and  silk  hats  and  bonnets  all  ready  for  use.  seem  to  be 
here  in  sufficient  numbers  to  "  hat  and  bonnet "  all  central  Vermont. 
Certain  it  is  that  the  ladies  of  Barre  and  vicinity  have  no  occasion  to 
send  to  the  city  to  secure  the  latest  styles  or  good  bargains,  as  Mrs. 
Bond  is  in  constant  receipt  of  the  latest  changes  in  fashions,  and  her 
prices  are  eminently  low  and  attractive.  Stamping  is  executed  in 
new  designs,  and  all  the  most  desirable  novelties  in  fancy  goods  and 
embroideries  are  to  be  found  in  this  popular  emporium.  The  sales- 
ladies and  assistants  are  noted  for  their  courtesy  and  obliging  man- 
ners, laying  before  customers  a  full  variety  of  shades,  patterns  and 
styles  from  which  to  choose,  so  that,  when  the  excellence  of  the 
stock  is  considered,  it  fs  not  surprising  that  rapid  sales  are  made  and 
general  satisfaction  given  to  buyers.  Mrs.  Bond  enjoys  the  confi- 
dence and  regard  of  all  who  have  business  relations  with  her. 


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INDUSTKIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


HENDERSON  «k  STEPHENS,  Manufacturers  of  and 
Dealers  in  Light  and  Dark  Barre  Granite  Monuments.— We  desire  to 
make  special  reference  in  this  commercial  review  of  Barre  to  the 
successful  and  representative  firm  of  Messrs.  Henderson  &  Stephens, 
manufacturers  of  and  dealers  in  light  and  dark  Barre  granite  monu- 
ments. This  business  was  only  established  in  1889,  but  in  the  time 
elapsed  a  flourishing  and  prosperous  trade  of  large  proportions  has 
reverted  to  it.  The  works  are  26  x  100  feet  and  finely  equipped  in 
the  way  of  all  necessary  facilities,  about  eighteen  workmen  being 
employed  all  the  year  around  on  a  steady  average.  Messrs.  Hender- 
son &  Stephens  manufacture  and  deal  in  granite  monuments,  tablets 
etc.,  and  do  general  cemetery  work  of  all  kinds,  their  chief  specialty 
being  drapery  and  carved  work.  They  have  produced  many  origi- 
nal and  beautiful  designs  in  monumental  work  and  do  considerable 
work  for  the  trade  all  through  this  region.  Orders  for  any  work  in 
their  line  are  solicited,  and  a  prompt  and  satisfactory  fulfillment  of 
the  same  is  guaranteed;  estimates  are  also  furnished  on  application. 
The  individual  members  of  this  enterprising  firm  are  Messrs.  L.  B. 
Henderson  and  A.  J.  Stephens.  Both  gentlemen  are  well  known 
to  and  highly  esteemed  by  an  extensive  circle  of  business  and  social 
acquaintance. 

G.  I.  JACKSON,  Fine  Groceries,  West  India  Goods,  Etc., 
Choice  Brands  of  Cigars  and  Tobacco. — A  well-known  establishment 
of  this  line  in  Barre,  which  is  rapidly  acquiring  an  excellent  reputa- 
tion for  handling  only  the  best  goods,  and  liberal  dealings,  is  that  of 
Mr.  G.  I.  Jackson.  This  business  was  established  by  L.  J.  Bolster,  in 
1879,  who  was  succeeded  by  S.  D.  Allen,  who  was  in  turn  succeeded 
by  the  present  proprietor  in  1890.  The  store  is  roomy  and  commo- 
dious, neatly  appointed,  and  contains  a  full  and  complete  assortment 
of  choice  staple  and  fancy  groceries  suitable  to  the  general  wants  of 
the  community.  It  embraces  absolutely  pure  and  fresh  new  crop, 
young  Hyson,  Oolong  and  Souchong,  gunpowder,  imperial  and  Eng- 
lish breakfast  teas;  fragrant  Mocha,  Java,  and  South  American 
coffees  and  spices;  best  brands  of  hermetically  sealed  goods  in  tin 
and  glass;  sauces,  condiments,  and  foreign  and  domestic  fruits; 
choice  family  flour;  select  dairy  and  fancy  creamery  butter,  cheese 
and  fresh  laid  eggs;  choice  brands  of  cigars  and  tobacco  are  kept 
constantly  on  hand.  Mr.  Jackson  is  a  buyer  and  shipper  of  all  kinds 
of  country  produce,  and  his  patrons  can  have  the  complete  satisfac- 
tion of  knowing  that  nothing  inferior  or  adulterated  will  be  sold 
them.  Lowest  prices  prevail,  polite  attendance  is  accorded,  while 
orders  are  taken  and  delivered  at  residences  free  of  charge.  Mr. 
Jackson  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  has  been  a  merchant  in  Barre 
for  over  twenty  years,  and  is  largely  interested  in  real  estate  in  this 
town  and  in  the  south. 


J.  R.  GEORGE,  Country  Produce,  No.  .30  Elm  Street.— 
Mr.  J.  R.  George  may  be  set  down  as  one  of  the  oldest  and  most  re- 
liable merchants  of  this  place,  his  business  having  been  established 
as  far  back  as  1873,  while  he  has  been  located  in  his  present  store 
since  1875.  Mr.  George  has  extended  his  premises,  until  they  occupy 
an  entire  floor,  25  x  75  feet.  He  deals  in  all  kinds  of  country  produce, 
making  a  specialty  of  flrst-class  butter,  maple  sugar  and  syrup;  and 
every  consumer  knows  how  essential  it  is  that  these  products  should 
be  of  the  best  or  not  at  all.  Mr.  George's  reputation  to  fulfill  his 
promises  to  the  letter,  have  made  him  popular  and  reliable.  He  is 
active  and  influential  in  public  affairs  also,  being  a  trustee  of  the 
M.  E.  Seminary  of  Montpelier  and  a  member  of  the  executive  com- 
mittee. Mr.  George  was  born  in  Vermont,  and  has  proven  himself 
to  be  a  citizen  worthy  of  public  confidence. 

E.  A.  GOUliD,  Meats  and  Vegetables.— Mr.  E.  A.  Gould  is  a 
popular  and  well-known  dealer  in  meats  and  vegetables  at  his  attract- 
ive market  in  North  Main  Street.  This  business  has  been  established 
since  1887  and  has  developed  a  most  satisfactory  local  trade.  His 
market  is  24  x  50  feet  in  extent,  and  here  he  keeps  the  best  of  sup- 
plies, comprising  all  kinds  of  meats.  His  customers  come  from  the 
town's  best  families,  and  so  large  is  his  business  that  he  employs 
three  hands  to  attend  to  his  work.  Mr.  Gould  is  a  thorough  and 
practically  experienced  man  in  his  line  of  business,  understanding 
all  of  the  requirements  of  his  trade.  He  is  acquainted  too,  with  the 
tastes  of  his  patrons  and  does  all  in  his  power  to  show  them  those 
accommodations  which  make  a  tradesman  popular.  Mr.  Gould  is 
consei-vative  and  honorable  in  business  transactions.  He  is  a  native 
of  Vermont. 


A.  F.  CliARK,  Photographer,  Granite  Block.— Mr.  A.  F. 
Clark  has  been  established  in  business  here  since  April,  1889,  and 
the  excellence  of  his  work,  and  his  fidelity  to  every  detail,  serve  to 
place  him  in  the  front  rank  of  the  profession  in  this  section.  His 
rooms  are  spacious  and  thoroughly  attractive,  the  light,  accessories, 
and  all  the  appliances  necessary  for  flrst-class  work  are  perfect,  and 
the  attention  and  admiration  of  the  cultured  classes  of  the  commu- 
nity have  been  attracted  to  some  purpose,  as  they  now  constitute  the 
principal  patrons  of  the  establishment.  Photography  in  all  its 
branches  is  here  executed,  and  the  best  and  finest  class  of  work  is 
promptly  produced.  Pictures  of  every  description  are  taken  by  the 
instantaneous  process,  from  a  carte  de  visite  to  an  imperial  cabinet, 
and  life  size  portraits  are  furnished  in  crayon,  oil,  pastel  and  India 
ink,  while  his  water  color  miniatures  are  the  finest  that  can  be  exe- 
cuted. Photographs  are  here  taken,  by  the  use  of  gelatine  plates,  in 
less  than  a  second,  thus  securing  an  ease  of  pose  and  natural  expres- 
sion that  was  unattainable  a  few  years  ago.  While  the  work  sup- 
plied by  Mr.  Clark  is  of  the  highest  order  of  merit,  his  prices  are  so 
reasonable  as  to  satisfy  the  inclination  and  desires  of  all  parties. 
Mr.  Clark  is  a  Vermonter  by  birth,  trained  in  the  art  of  photography 
from  his  early  youth,  and  early  exhibiting  a  true  concepton  of  the 
artists'  mission,  and  is  careful,  skillful  and  painstaking  in  catering  to 
the  wishes  of  his  patrons. 

C.  H.  HUNTON  &  CO.— The  house  of  Messrs.  C.  H.  Hunton 
&  Co.,  manufacturers  of  artistic  memorial  work  in  granite,  monu- 
ments, statuary,  figures,  urns  and  polished  work  for  the  trade  only, 
was  opened  here  in  May,  1890,  and  quickly  won  an  enviable  reputa- 
tion for  the  beauty  and  originality  of  all  designs  and  the  exquisite 
workmanship  emanating  from  its  establishment.  Fine  work  is  a 
specialty.  At  their  spacious  works  can  be  seen  some  of  the  finest 
specimens  in  this  line  which  it  has  been  our  good  fortune  to  notice, 
including  monuments,  head-stones,  tablets,  vases,  urns,  drapery  and 
other  carved  work.  The  firm  utilize  only  the  finest  of  Barre  granite, 
affording  the  trade  the  widest  range  from  which  to  select  among 
light,  medium  and  dark  grades,  while  both  as  to  terms,  artistic  style 
and  elaborate  workmanship  no  concern  offers  more  substantial  in- 
ducements. These  qualifications  are  amply  possessed  by  this  firm. 
Enlargement  and  added  facilities  are  contemplated  the  coming  year, 
and  an  energetic  application  of  their  resources  to  excel  in  their  line 
and  to  keep  pace  with  the  growing  demands  and  refinements  of  the 
times,  year  in  and  year  out,  will  be  their  earnest  endeavor.  Mr. 
Hunton,  the  active  member  of  the  firm,  is  a  native  of  Maine  and 
noted  in  the  trade  as  an  artist,  designer  and  workman,  who  can  em- 
body and  produce  his  own  conceptions  by  his  own  skilled  handicraft. 

FRED  KING,  Watches,  Clocks  and  Jewelry.— For  nigh  on  to 
eight  years  the  name  appearing  at  the  head  of  this  article  has  been 
a  familiar  and  honored  one  to  the  people  of  Barre  and  vicinity,  and 
Mr.  King,  in  his  capacity  of  leading  jeweler  and  watchmaker,  has 
certainly  every  reason  to  feel  proud  of  the  pleasing  result  that  has 
attended  his  business  career.  His  premises  comprise  a  spacious 
storeroom,  22  x  25  feet  in  size,  completely  adapted  to  the  needs  of 
this  business.  There  is  here  displayed  a  valuable,  rich  and  elegant 
assortment  of  jewelry  of  every  description,  American  and  imported 
gold  and  silver  watches,  clocks,  bronzes,  and  a  general  line  of  fancy 
goods,  usually  included  in  a  stock  of  this  kind.  Special  attention  is 
given  to  fine  watch  repairing,  as  well  as  general  repairing,  Mr.  King 
superintending  this  department  himself.  This  gentleman  was  born 
in  New  York,  and  in  social  and  business  circles  of  this  city  he  is  re- 
garded as  one  of  Barre's  leading  and  solid  citizens. 

EMERY  E.  AREY,  Fresh,  Pickled  and  Dry  Fish.— The  pop- 
ular store  of  Mr.  Emei-y  E.  Arey  in  the  French  Block  is  well  patron- 
ized by  the  best  families  in  Barre,  and  at  all  times  he  keeps  a  full 
and  varied  stock  of  fresh,  pickled  and  dry  fish,  dealing  also  in  oysters 
and  clams  in  their  season,  and  making  a  specialty  of  smoked  fish. 
Mr.  Arey  is  the  proprietor  of  the  only  fish  market  here,  and 
does  a  large  and  thriving  local  trade.  The  business  was  origin- 
ally established  in  1885,  by  Mr.  Joseph  Mudgett,  Mr.  Arey  tak- 
ing possession  in  1890.  A  native  of  Maine,  Mr.  Arey  has  all  of  the 
natural  commercial  brilliancy  and  instinct  that  characterize  the  New 
England  people.  Again,  he  has  built  up  a  reputation  for  honorable 
dealing,  and  preserves  his  name  for  the  carrying  out  of  his  business 
obligations  in  accordance  with  his  promises,  and  he  aims  to  carry 
the  best  of  stock  and  to  please  his  customers. 


BARRE,     VERMONT, 


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E.  A.  WILKINSON,  Manufacturer  of  and  Dealer  in  Barre 
Granite  Monuments  and  General  Cemetery  Work.— Tlie  material  de- 
velopment of  Barre's  manufacturing  and  business  resources  within 
the  past  decade  or  so  has  never  had  its  counterpart  elsewhere,  and 
has  included  in  its  wide  field  of  activity  the  production  of  granite 
memorial  work  as  one  of  the  most  important  branches  of  industry. 
The  business  is  divided  into  departments,  each  house  engaged  therein 
having  its  particular  specialties.  In  this  connection  we  wish  to  refer 
to  the  house  of  Mr.  E.  A.  Wilkinson,  at  No.  57  South  Main  Street, 
which  were  established  in  1883  and  is  therefore  one  of  the  pioneers 
in  this  line  of  enterprise.  These  works  are  eligibly  located,  cover 
26  X  40  feet  of  ground,  employ  fourteen  skilled  workmen,  and  as  re- 
gards facilities  for  prosecuting  the  work  systematically  and  with  dis- 
patch, are  among  the  finest  and  best  equipped  in  this  section.  The 
business  may  be  said  to  divide  itself  into  two  departments.  Mr. 
Wilkinson  is  a  wholesale  dealer  in  Barre  granite  and  carries  in  hand 
a  large  stock,  so  that  all  orders  received  from  the  trade  can  be  filled 
promptly,  and  for  any  required  amount.  In  the  manufacturing  de- 
partment the  preference  runs  to  cemetery  work  of  all  kinds,  though 
monumental  and  memorial  work  for  any  particular  purpose  is  done. 
Some  of  the  work  turned  out  in  this  respect  at  tliis  establishment 
bears  the  impress  of  the  highest  class  of  workmanship  in  execution, 
and  a  decidedly  original  talent  in  design.  The  trade  of  the  estab- 
lishment is  wide-spread  and  is  constantly  increasing.  Mr.  Wilkinson 
is  a  native  of  this  country  and  is  considered  one  of  Barre's  leading 
and  influential  citizens  and  enterprising  men.  He  is  a  member  of 
high  standing  in  Masonic  circles. 

MRS.  F.  W.  JACKSO>,  Milliner  and  Dress  Maker.— One  of 
the  oldest  and  most  reliable  business  establishments  in  this  part  of 
the  state  may  be  seen  in  the  millinery  and  dress  making  business 
that  is  carried  on  by  Mrs.  F.  W.  Jackson,  of  Main  Street.  P'or, 
although  the  place  has  been  under  Mrs.  Jackson's  charge  and  pro- 
prietorship for  only  two  years,  the  business  itself  is  very  old,  Mrs. 
Jackson  having  succeeded  to  this  established  trade  in  1888.  She  is 
an  accomplished  milliner  and  dress-maker,  with  refined,  artistic 
tastes  and  is  always  one  of  the  first  to  introduce  the  prevailing  Lon- 
don, Paris  and  New  York  fashions.  Her  store  and  shop,  which  is 
kept  well  stocked  with  hats,  bonnets,  millinery  goods,  covers  a 
space  of  15  X  40  feet,  and  is  made  so  attractive  that  Mrs.  Jackson  is 
assured  of  the  patronage  of  the  leading  ladies  of  Barre.  In  this  day, 
when  women  are  so  rapidly  coming  to  the  front  as  business  expo- 
nents, this  place  may  be  glad  to  welcome  a  lady  of  Mrs.  Jackson's 
ability  and  commercial  veracity. 

€.  W.  POTTEK,  Baker,  Central  Place.— One  of  the  best  con- 
ducted and  most  popular  establishments  in  its  line  in  this  part  of  the 
city  is  the  extensive  bakery  and  confectionery  store  of  this  firm. 
The  spacious  premises,  comprising  a  general  floor,  25  x  75  feet  in  di- 
mensions, are  systematic  and  convenient  in  arrangement  and  the 
general  appointment  is  both  neat  and  attractive.  In  it  is  displayed 
at  all  times  a  fresh  and  choice  stock  of  bakestuflfs  of  every  descrip- 
tion, the  house's  own  production,  and  consisting  in  the  main  of 
bread,  crackers  and  cakes.  The  bake  house  of  the  firm  is  also  finely 
equipped,  and  is  always  kept  clean  and  neat  as  a  pin  in  its  arrange- 
ment. The  products  of  this  firm  are  noted  for  their  purity,  fresh- 
ness and  general  excellence,  the  finest  and  best  brands  of  flour  being 
used  in  manufacturing.  This  house  was  only  established  in  1889, 
but  it  is  already  classed  among  the  leading  enterprises  of  the 
city.  The  proprietor,  C.  W.  Potter,  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  is 
highly  esteemed  in  all  circles  of  Barre. 

CliARIHEW  &  GRAY,  Manufacturers  of  and  Dealers  in 
all  Kinds  of  Light  and  Dark  Barre  Granite  Monuments,  Etc.— Messrs. 
Alex.  Clarihew  and  George  Gray,  of  No.  17  Brooklyn  Street,  are 
manufacturers  of  and  dealers  in  all  kinds  of  light  and  dark  Barre 
granite  monuments  and  building  work.  They  also  produce  statuary, 
carved  work  and  drapery,  making  these  a  specialty.  Messrs.  Clari- 
hew &  Gray  are  active  young  gentlemen,  natives  of  Scotland,  and  es- 
tablished their  business  in  Barre  in  1886.  They  have  an  extended 
wholesale  and  retail  fine  granite  trade,  and  keep  eighteen  men 
busy  in  their  works,  which  cover  a  space  26  x  100  feet.  They  have 
thrown  every  effort  into  the  scale  which  weighs  towards  success  and 
have  been  repaid.  Messrs.  Clarihew  &  Gray  are  prominent  in  the 
furtherance  of  the  town's  welfare  and  both  hold  the  best  places  in 
society.    Mr.  Clarihew  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M. 


Li.  J.  ORIFFIN  &  €0.,  Plumbers,  Steam  and  Hot  Water  Fit- 
ters.—The  trade  of  the  plumber,  steam  and  hot  water  fitter  is  well 
represented  in  this  community  by  Messrs.  L.  J.  Griflin  &  Co.,  whole- 
sale and  retail  dealers  in  all  kinds  of  plumbing  and  steam  goods, 
electric  door  bells,  call  bells  and  electric  supplies.  The  firm  is  of  the 
highest  standard  character  and  the  work  executed  is  always  supe- 
rior in  every  respect.  Eight  competent,  experienced  workmen 
are  constantly  employed  and  orders  and  contracts  for  work  are  per- 
formed in  the  promptest  manner.  Water,  steam,  and  hot-water 
heat  are  introduced  into  residences  and  buildings,  and  ventilation 
arranged  and  perfected,  and  special  attention  is  given  to  the  preven- 
tion of  sewer  gas,  in  which  branch  the  firm  is  very  successful. 
Plans  and  estimates  are  furnished  and  contracts  entered  into  for 
work  of  any  magnitude,  and  pipe  and  fittings  supplied  on  the  most 
satisfactory  terms.  Repairing  and  jobbing  receive  prompt  attention. 
A  full  assortment  of  supplies  is  kept  constantly  on  hand.  The 
premises  occupied  comprise  one  floor,  15  x  30  feet  in  dimensions, 
with  a  storehouse,  40  x  80  feet  in  dimensions.  Mr.  Griffin  is  a  native 
of  Vermont,  and  an  experienced,  practical  workman,  and  familiar 
with  all  the  details  of  the  trade. 

O.    H.    REED,  Dentist,  No.  27  Elm  Street.— Dr.  O.  H.  Reed 

established  himself  in  the  practice  of  his  profession  here  some 
twenty-five  years  ago,  and  being  thoroughly  familiar  with  every  de- 
tail of  dentistry,  he  soon  acquired  a  reputation  for  skill  and  reliabil- 
ity that  placed  him  at  the  head  of  the  profession  in  this  section,  and 
he  is  to-day  consulted  in  the  most  difficult  and  intricate  cases.  He 
occupies  three  handsomely  appointed  rooms,  his  operating  room 
being  equipped  with  every  modern  convenience  and  appliance;  and 
employing  only  the  most  competent  assistants,  he  is  at  all  times 
prepared  to  promptly  and  effectively  serve  customers.  He  makes  a 
a  specialty  of  the  painless  extraction  of  teeth,  and  of  all  operations 
requiring  the  most  thorough  technical  and  practical  skill.  The 
cleaning  and  filling  of  teeth,  the  manufacture  of  artificial  work,  crown 
and  bridge  work  of  all  kinds  are  given  skillful  attention,  and  prices 
are  placed  upon  a  thoroughly  fair  and  equitable  basis.  The  patron-  j 
age  is  large,  first-class  and  influential  in  Barre  and  from  all  the  sur-  ! 
rounding  country,  and  Dr.  Reed  is  deservedly  popular  with  his 
host  of  patrons.  To  seek  his  services  once  is  to  be  his  patron  always. 
Dr.  Reed  is  a  Vermonter  by  birth  and  training,  and  is  known  and 
honored  as  a  useful  and  substantial  citizen,  a  member  of  the  Knights 
of  Honor  and  a  justice  of  the  peace  for  many  years. 

GlilDDEN  &  HARVEY,  Manufacturers  of  and  Dealers  in 
Fine  Monumental  Work  of  all  Kinds,  from  the  Celebrated  Light 
and  Dark  Barre  Granite.— The  enterprising  house  of  Glidden  &  Har- 
vey, manufacturers  and  dealers  in  monumental  granite  work,  was  es- 
tablished April,  1890  and  the  works,  of  a  very  spacious  and  complete 
character,  are  20  x  40  feet  in  dimensions,  and  employ  steadily  five 
experienced  and  artistic  workmen.  Glidden  &  Harvey  make  a 
cliief  specialty  in  fine  monumental  work  of  all  kinds  from  the  cele- 
brated light  and  dark  Barre  granite,  and  their  work  in  this  respect 
has  already  won  for  them  highest  encomiums  from  all  quarters,  and 
Increased  their  trade  very  materially.  Estimates  are  furnished  on 
application,  and  all  orders  are  given  the  closest  care  and  attention, 
the  proprietors  exercising  personal  supervision  over  every  detail  of 
their  business.  The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  W. 
D.  Glidden  and  R.  Harvey.  The  former  gentleman  is  a  native  of 
Vermont,  while  Mr.  Harvey  hails  from  Connecticut.  Both  are 
highly  respected  here. 

PARK  &  DUNRAR,    Manufacturers  and  Dealers  in  Light 

and  Dark  Barre  Granite  Monuments,  Tablets,  Fencing,  Buttresses, 
Etc.— Messrs.  J.  Park  and  W.  Dunbar  are  both  natives  of  Scotland, 
and  now  engaged  in  an  extensive  and  satisfactory  business  at  Burn- 
ham's  Meadow,  where  they  manufacture  and  deal  in  light  and  dark 
Barre  granite  monuments,  tablets,  fencing,  buttresses  and  general 
cemetery  work;  also  making  a  specialty  of  drapery  and  carved  work. 
Messrs.  Park  &  Dunbar  established  their  business  in  1887,  and  from  a 
modest  beginning  have  extended  their  plant  until  it  covers  26  x  100 
feet  of  space,  while  they  engage  the  services  of  thirteen  men.  A 
record  of  success  has  been  the  return  for  Messrs.  Park  &  Dunbar's 
efforts,  while  they  are  regarded  as  most  reliable  and  worthy  busi- 
ness men  in  this  community.  Their  work  bears  the  stamp  of  close 
personal  attention  and  care,  while  their  goods  go  to  supply  the  trade. 
Mr.   Park  is  a  member  of  the  O.  S.  C. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND    WEALTH     OF 


CUTIiER  &  BURNHAra,  Manufacturei-s  of  and  Dealers  in 
Barre  Granite  Monuments.— A  leading  firm  engaged  in  the  manu- 
facture and  sale  of  Barre  granite  monuments  is  that  of  Messrs.  Cut- 
ler &  Burnham,  who  supply  first-class  work  from  the  finest  grades 
of  stock,  and  who  attend  to  all  kinds  of  custom  polishing.  The 
members  of  the  firm,  Messrs.  F.  T.  Cutler  and  W.  N.  Burnham,  are 
both  practical  and  expert  workmen,  with  a  large  and  varied  experi- 
ence in  the  exercise  of  the  stone-cutter's  art,  and  are  fully  conver- 
sant with  every  detail  and  feature  of  the  granite  industry.  They 
embarked  in  the  business  as  a  firm  in  September,  1888,  and  their 
career  has  since  been  a  history  of  steady  progress  and  uninterrupted 
prosperity.  Their  workshop  covei-s  an  area  of  26  x  315  feet,  where 
thirteen  men  are  employed  at  stone-cutting.  Their  polishing  mill  is 
38  X  128  feet  in  dimensions,  supplied  with  sixteen  polishing  machines 
which  are  operated  by  a  steam-engine  of  eighty  horse-power,  and  in 
which  are  employed  twenty  experienced  hands;  while  there  is  a  well 
equipped  blacksmith  shop,  a  large  storehouse,  and  a  new  traveling 
derrick  at  *^he  works  which  is  the  finest  in  town.  The  name  and 
trade  of  the  firm  is  becoming  co-extensive  with  the  limits  of  the 
entire  counti'y.  E.stimates  are  furnished  and  contracts  are  entered 
into  for  work  of  any  magnitude,  and  promptness,  reliability  and 
moderate  prices  are  invariably  guaranteed.  The  co-partners  are 
both  native  Vermonters.  and  young  men  of  experience,  business, 
push  and  keen  appreciation  of  the  wants  of  the  trade.  Mr.  Cutler 
was  formally  foreman  at  the  granite  works  of  the  Wetmore  &  Morse 
Manufacturing  Company.  Mr.  Burnham  is  the  owner  of  the  Burn- 
ham Meadow,  the  center  of  the  granite  working  industry  in  this 
town.  Both  are  members  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.,  the  Iron  Hall  and 
Golden  Arch,  and  gentlemen  of  excellent  repute  and  standing  in 
social  and  business  life. 

DR.  W.  F.  niANN,  Dentist,  No.  26  North  Main  Street.— Dr. 
Mann  is  one  of  the  thoroughly  trained  and  highly  educated 
surgeon-dentists  of  Barre,  who  by  years  of  study  and  practical  expe- 
rience have  reached  a  prominent  position  in  their  profession.  His 
dental  parlors  are  the  largest  and  finest  in  town,  elegantly  furnished 
and  supplied  with  all  the  apparatus  peculiar  to  the  profession.  The 
business  was  established  in  1888  by  the  present  proprietor  and  has 
already  gained  a  large  and  increasing  patronage.  Dentistry  is 
promptly  attended  to  in  all  its  branches.  Anaesthetics  are  adminis- 
tered, either  in  cleaning,  extracting,  or  filling  teeth  when  required. 
Partial  or  entire  sets  of  teeth  are  manufactured,  extracting  and  fill- 
ing is  skillfully  and  scientifically  executed,  and  he  is  considered 
especially  eminent  in  the  profession  in  preserving  neglected  teeth, 
correcting  deformity  and  supplying  good  substantial  fillings,  which 
are  invariably  warranted,  while  the  prices  that  prevail  are  such  as 
add  materially  to  the  popularity  of  the  house  among  all  classes  of 
people  Dr.  Mann  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  a  member  of  the  order  of 
Iron  Hall  and  stands  deservedly  high  in  the  community. 

THE  BARRK  BOOK  AND  JOB  PRINTING  ES- 
TABIiISH.TIENT,  Thos.  H.  Cave,  Proprietor,  Main  Street.— 
The  large  and  well-equipped  printing  establishment  of  Thos.  H.  Cave 
was  founded  by  him  in  1S83.  In  the  short  period  of  five  years,  this 
gentleman  has  by  the  natural  energy  of  his  character,  supplemented 
by  first-class  business  abilities,  built  up  a  most  flourishing  and  pros- 
perous trade  for  his  house,  which  is  now  the  acknowledged  leader  in 
its  line  in  Barre  and  vicinity.  The  premises  comprise  a  spacious 
floor,  20  x  .30  feet  in  dimensions,  and  here  three  skilled  workmen  are 
constantly  employed.  Mr.  Cave's  facilities  for  turning  out  the  very 
best  character  of  work  in  the  way  of  book  and  job  printing  are  un- 
equaled,  he  carrying  on  hand  a  fine  variety  of  type  of  all  descrip- 
tions, while  his  presses,  operated  by  steam-power,  are  of  the  newest 
devised  styles.  Mr.  Cave  is  a  native  of  England,  but  has  resided  so 
long  in  Barre  as  to  become  thoroughly  identified  with  the  business 
interests  of  the  city  that  fully  entitles  him  an  honored  place  among 
the  representative  citizens  of  the  locality.  He  is  an  F.  and  A.  M.  in 
high  standing. 

BARCI.AV  BROTHICRS,  Manufacturers  of  and  Dealers  in 
Barre  Granite  Monuments,  General  Cemetery  Work,  Etc.— These  fa- 
mous works  were  established  in  1887  by  the  present  firm, 
who  bring  to  bear  special  qualifications,  being  thoroughly  experi- 
enced in  every  department  of  the  business.  They  guarantee  the  best 
I  and  cheapest  work  in  their  line,  and  have  achieved  wide-spread  fame 


for  turning  out  the  finest  and  most  original  designs  of  elaborately 
finished  monuments,  headstones  and  cemetery  work  of  every  descrip- 
tion. The  proprietors  are  perfect  judges  of  granite  and  handle  only 
the  best  qualities,  executing  all  work  in  the  most  perfect  manner. 
Vaults  are  built  in  every  style,  lots  are  enclosed  with  granite  posts  in 
any  cemetery  in  the  states,  and  all  kinds  of  sculptor  and  memorial 
work  is  furnished  at  short  notice.  To  the  public  in  search  of  fine 
monumental  work,  tliis  firm  offers  special  inducements.  The  works 
of  this  establishment  are  26  x  250  feet  in  dimensions.  Sixty  skilled 
workmen  are  employed,  and  a  large  wholesale  trade  has  been  devel- 
oped that  is  constantly  increasing.  All  orders  and  commissions  are 
guaranteed  prompt  and  fulfillment  perfect.  The  individual  mem- 
bei-s  of  the  firm,  Messrs.  W.  and  A.  Barclay,  are  natives  of  Scot- 
land.   Both  are  expert  and  accomplished  masters  of  their  trade. 

CENTRAIi  house:,  G.  W.  Jeffords,  Proprietor.— The  Cen- 
tral House  is  located  on  North  Main  Street,  adjacent  to  the  best  res- 
ident portion  of  the  town,  yet  within  easy  reach  of  depots,  quite  near 
to  Goddard  Seminary,  and  is  convenient  alike  to  the  permanent  pa- 
tron, the  conunercial  tourist  and  the  transient  guest.  The  rooms  are 
finely  furnished,  the  management  is  thoroughly  experienced,  and 
the  service  is  perfect  and  unsurpassed.  The  cuisine  of  the  house  is 
worthy  of  special  mention,  being  under  the  most  expert  manage- 
ment, and  kept  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence.  Terms  are 
placed  upon  a  popular  basis,  and  a  stay  at  this  hotel  is  ever  remem- 
bered as  a  pleasant  experience.  This  hotel  has  been  the  scene  of 
many  class  suppers,  graduating  dinners,  banquets,  etc..  given  by  the 
students  at  Goddard  Seminary,  and  the  catering  for  these  entei-tain- 
ments  has  been  of  a  character  reflecting  the  highest  credit  upon  the 
proprietor.  Mr.  G.  W.  Jeffords,  the  popular  host,  is  well  and  widely 
known  throughout  this  section  of  the  state,  as  an  experienced  hotel 
man  who  is  eminently  successful  in  pleasing  the  public,  and  in  cater- 
ing to  the  wants  and  varied  tastes  of  his  patrons  he  has  few  equals 
and  no  superiors.  His  accomplished  wife  is  an  important  factor  in 
the  management  of  the  culinary  department,  while  in  the  ofHce  he 
is  ably  assisted  by  Mr.  Geo.  Poole  as  head  clerk. 

THOS.  H.  MARRIOIV,  Manufacturer  of  and  Dealer  in  Barre 
Granite  Monuments,  Tablets,  Fencing  and  General  Cemetery  Work. 
—Mr.  Thos.  H.  Marrion,  is  engaged  at  Granite  Mount,  manufac- 
turing and  dealing  in  Barre  granite  monuments,  tablets,  fencing  and 
general  cemetery  work.  From  a  standpoint  of  long  tenure  in  busi- 
ness, Mr.  Marrion  does  not  establish  claims,  his  business  having 
been  founded  in  1889.  At  the  same  time,  the  volume  of  his  trade, 
which  is  local,  will  yield  a  goodly  comparison  with  other  houses  en- 
gaged in  the  business  line.  Mr.  Marrion  has  in  his  employ  nine  men, 
all  of  whom  are  particularly  fitted  for  their  calling.  He  makes  carv- 
ing a  specialty  of  his  establishment  and  has  a  fine  gi'owing  trade. 
His  works  are  modernly  built  and  equipped,  covering  a  space  20  x  46 
feet.  Mr.  Marrion  has  made  a  reputation  for  supplying  his  custom- 
ers with  precisely  the  material  and  designs  that  he  promises  them 
and  in  that  manner  has  won  patrons  from  the  best  families  of  Barre. 
He  is  a  native  of  New  York,  a  member  of  the  O.  S.  C,  and  has  the 
honor  to  be  rated  as  a  thoroughly  conservative  and  upright  man  of 
business, 

A.  W.  IjANE,  Architect  and  Builder.— Among  those  who  have 
acquired  a  wide  reputation  for  artistic  conceptions  and  practical 
skill  as  an  architect  and  builder  should  be  named  Mr,  A,  W,  Lane, 
of  this  city.  This  gentleman  occupies  eligible  office  quarters,  and 
has  been  established  in  the  pursuit  of  his  vocation  here  for  over 
thirty  years.  His  designs  have  become  deservedly  celebrated,  and 
his  fame  rests  upon  a  long  and  successful  professional  career,  Dui"- 
ing  all  these  years  he  has  been  constantly  engaged  in  designing  and 
supervising  the  erection  of  the  most  advanced  classes  of  public  and 
private  buildings,  among  which  are  churches,  hotels  and  dwellings 
scattered  throughotit  this  and  surrounding  regions.  It  is  scarcely 
necessary  to  particularize  in  regard  to  the  work  of  so  prominent  an 
architect  and  builder  as  Mr.  Lane,  but  it  is  of  interest  to  note  some 
of  the  buildings  erected  under  his  supervision.  He  executed  the  de- 
signs and  erected  the  Opera  House  at  Montpelier.  the  Nichols  Block 
in  this  city.  VVorthern  Block  and  many  others.  Mr.  Lane  attends 
faithfully  to  all  details,  his  plans  are  well  digested,  and  his  architect- 
ural efforts  have  tended  to  greatly  beautify  the  urban  characteristics 
of  thi«  town.    Mr.  Lane  is  a  native  of  Orange,  this  state. 


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]n:iL<NE:&  WYIililE,  Manufacturers  of  and  Wholesale  Deal- 
ers in  Barre  Granite  Monuments. — This  flrni  are  extensive  manufac- 
tures of  and  wholesale  dealers  in  Barre  granite  monuments,  tablets, 
and  general  cemetery  work,  and  have  been  established  in  the  busi- 
ness here  since  1886.  They  own  a  tract  of  four  acres  for  quarrying 
purposes,  where  they  give  employment  to  twenty-five  men,  and  em- 
ploy thirty  more  at  their  works  in  the  village.  The  members  of  the 
firm  are  monumentalists  of  cosmopolitan  fame,  and  have  a  founda- 
tion understanding  of  all  the  details  of  the  granite  industry  and  the 
requirements  of  the  trade.  In  memorial  designs,  ideal  and  realistic 
carving,  drapery,  etc.,  this  firm  stand  in  the  front  rank  of  the  trade. 
The  fullest  extent  of  artistic  possibility  signalize  their  numerous 
productions.  Their  well  tested  merits,  and  marked  appreciation 
throughout  the  country,  is  their  best  recommendation,  their  only 
needed  endorsement.  Their  trade  is  local,  suburban  and  country 
wide,  its  radius  ever  enlarging,  while  its  work  is  eminently  popular 
with  purchasers,  and  in  large  demand  wherever  once  introduced. 
Finely  finished  memorials,  suited  to  the  tastes  and  means  of  all 
■classes  of  people,  are  offered  at  terms  and  prices  which  defy  suc- 
cessful competition,  and  all  orders,  of  whatever  magnitude,  are  filled 
with  promptness  and  conscientious  care.  All  work  proves  as  repre- 
sented, is  guaranteed  in  every  respect,  and  estimates  are  furnished 
on  application.  The  business  of  the  house  is  in  a  thoroughly 
healthy  and  flourishing  condition,  consequent  upon  the  ability 
and  skill  displayed  in  the  management.  The  members  of  the  firm, 
Messrs.  G.  B.  Milne  and  W.  S.  Wyllie,  are  both  natives  of  Scotland, 
■and  practical,  expert  and  reliable  masters  of  their  trade,  who  are 
winning  success  by  honestly  deserving  it. 

».  H.  CliARK,  Variety  Store,  North  Main  Street.— The  va- 
riety store  of  Mr.  D.  H.  Clark  is  the  oldest  emporium  of  its  kind  in 
Barre.  It  was  established  in  1873,  and  for  the  last  sixteen  years  has 
occupied  its  present  location.  The  premises  comprise  two  spacious 
storerooms,  one  18  x  40  feet,  the  other  25  x  30  feet,  in  which  is  stored 
and  displayed  to  great  advantage,  a  varied  and  select  line  of  goods 
embraced  in  the  captions,  fruits,  confections,  periodicals,  etc.  The 
stock  is  received  from  the  best  sources  in  the  land,  is  turned  quickly, 
and  is  therefore  kept  fresh  and  seasonable  always.  A  dozen  polite 
and  efficient  clerks  anticipate  and  supply  the  wants  of  patrons,  and 
the  trade,  of  retail  proportions,  is  steadily  increasing  in  extent  and 
importance.  This  is  the  leading  news  stand  in  the  city,  all  the  lead- 
ing dailies,  magazines,  etc.,  being  supplied  to  customers.  The  pro- 
prietor, Mr.  D.  H.  Clark,  is  a  native  of  Barre,  and  is  one  of  the  city's 
leading  and  representative  business  men,  thoroughly  interested  in  all 
that  pertains  to  its  welfare  and  material  advancement. 

AMERICAN  GRANITE  COMPANY.— The  American 
Granite  Company,  of  Barre,  are  quarry  owners  and  manufacturers, 
their  works  covering  a  space  126  x  100  feet.  They  produce  the  finest 
grades  of  Barre  granite  for  mausoleum,  monument  and  building 
work,  supplying  material  by  the  wholesale.  They  were  established 
in  July,  1890,  and  have  already  attained  to  an  extensive  trade,  partic- 
ularly in  Michigan  and  Illinois,  their  western  office  being  located  at 
No.  42  State  Street,  Detroit.  The  American  Granite  Company  also 
own  a  one-quarter  interest  in  the  Green  Mountain  Granite  Co.'s 
plant.  The  American  Company  made  a  fortunate  choice  when  they 
selected  Mr.  F.  B.  Mudgett  as  the  manager  of  their  affairs.  He  has 
the  reputation  for  being  a  gentleman  well  adapted  to  his  position, 
and  one  in  whom  the  company  may  with  confidence  rest  their  unre- 
served trust.  The  outlook  for  the  American  Granite  Company  is  in 
the  direction  of  a  wide  success,  which  may  be  anticipated  upon  the 
ground  that  there  is  plenty  of  room  for  it  and  its  fine  quality  of 
granite.  

EUGENE  SUI.LIVAN  &  CO.,  Practical  Carving. -Tha  indi- 
vidual members  of  this  popular  firm  of  Eugene  Sullivan  &  Co.,  prac- 
tical carvers  of  this  town,  are  Messrs.  Eugene  Sullivan  and  E.  T. 
Raymond.  They  commenced  business  in  the  above  line  in  the  early 
part  of  this  year.  Their  works  occupy  a  tract  of  land  36  x  45  feet, 
and  so  far  as  equipment  and  facilities  are  concerned  are  complete 
and  perfect.  The  firm  work  exclusively  for  the  trade,  and  their 
handiwork  is  noted  for  its  rare,  artistic  merit,  originality  in  design 
and  superb  finish.  Both  gentlemen  are  carvers  and  supervise  every 
detail  of  the  business.  They  employ  six  skillful  workmen,  all  experts 
at  this  business,  and  are  fully  prepared  to  do  all  manner  of  fine  car- 
ving in  Barre  granite,  such  as  coats-of-arms,  urns,  capital  and  rustic 


work  of  every  description.  Marble  designs  are  carried  out  in  Barre 
granite,  and  in  every  respect  the  enterprise  of  this  firm  is  one  of 
great  importance  and  influence,  commanding  a  trade  of  wide-spread 
proportions. 

GEO.  "W.  FOX>  Guns,  Rifles,  Ammunition  and  All  Kinds  of 
Sporting  Goods.— This  business  was  established  in  July,  1870,  and  the 
premises  occupied  comprise  two  spacious  and  well  arranged  rooms. 
The  stock  here  displayed  in  the  above  lines  is  the  most  complete  and 
valuable  of  its  kind  in  this  vicinity.  It  includes  guns  and  rifles  from 
the  most  celebrated  manufactories  in  the  country;  ammunition  of 
all  grades,  and  all  kinds  of  sporting  goods,  such  as  fishing  tackle, 
base  ball  supplies,  tennis  goods  and  all  such  kindred  goods  designed 
for  athletic  sports  of  all  kinds.  The  trade  of  the  house  is  very  wide- 
spread, buyers  in  tliis  line  knowing  well  that  they  here  obtain  the 
best  quality  of  goods  at  lowest  ruling  prices.  The  proprietor,  Mr- 
Geo.  W.  Fox,  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age,  and  was  born  in  Massa- 
chusetts. He  is  active  and  enterprising  and  is  considered  one  of  the 
leading  business  men  of  this  city.  Mr.  Fox  is  also  proprietor  of  a 
flrst-class  boarding-house,  situated  on  West  Street  only  a  short  dis- 
tance from  the  depot.  This  building  has  been  refitted  and  is  a  flrst- 
class  place  to  stop. 

V  L'RTIS  &  KEITH,  Livery  Stable.— One  of  the  finest  and  best 
equipped  livery  and  sale  stables  in  Barre  is  that  owned  and  occupied 
by  Messrs.  Curtis  &  Keith.  These  stables  were  first  opened  to  the 
public  in  1876  by  E.  J.  Gale,  who  was  subsequently  succeeded  by  W. 
S.  George,  who.  in  turn,  sold  out  to  the  present  flrm,  composed  of 
Messrs.  V.  W.  Curtis  and  A.  M.  Keith,  in  1885.  The  premises  com- 
prise a  substantial  structure,  40  x  60  feet  in  size,  modern  in  all  ^- 
pointnients  and  equipment,  and  afford  accommodation  for  a  large 
number  of  horses  and  many  carriages.  The  ventilation  and  drain- 
age of  the  stables  are  perfect,  and  competent  hostlers  are  employed. 
The  firm  own  flfteen  stylish  horses  and  handsome  carriages  for  liv- 
ery purposes,  and  attend  to  calls  promptly  for  weddings,  parties  and 
funerals.  Prices  are  governed  by  moderation,  and  a  brisk  business 
is  being  done.  Horses  are  taken  to  board  and  are  given  the  verj- 
best  of  care  and  attention.  Transient  trade  is  especially  catered  to, 
and  patrons  of  the  firm  are  treated  courteously  and  efficiently. 
Both  members  of  the  firm  have  had  quite  an  extended  experience  in 
this  business  and  are  rated  as  two  of  Barre's  enterprising  and 
respected  citizens.  Mr.  Curtis  is  a  member  in  high  standing  of  the 
F.  and  A.  M.,  and  E.  L.  of  A.  Mr.  Keith  also  belongs  to  the  last 
named  order.    Both  gentlemen  are  natives  of  Vermont. 

F.  W.  SHERBURNE,  Photographer.-Mr.  F.  W.  Sherburne 
as  a  photographic  artist  has  achieved  a  standard  reputation,  his 
pictures  always  showing  a  graceful  and  easy  pose,  a  fidelity  to  na- 
ture and  a  completeness  of  finish  not  always  obtainable  by  those 
who  are  not  thorough  masters  of  the  art.  The  business  was  estab- 
lished by  A.  N.  Blanchard  in  1865,  who  was  succeeded  by  the  present 
proprietor  in  1880.  The  gallery  is  handsomely  furnished  and  the 
operating  rooms  are  fitted  up  and  provided  with  every  requisite  nec- 
essar3-  for  producing  pictures  in  any  style.  He  has  fine  specimens 
of  photographic  views  of  all  descriptions,  and  has  gained  an  enviable 
reputation  for  the  high  class  of  his  artistic  workmanship.  He  em- 
ploys two  assistants,  is  a  thoroughly  skilled  artist,  and  always  gives 
satisfaction  to  his  many  patrons.  Mr.  Sherburne  is  a  native  of  Ver- 
mont, is  a  member  of  the  masonic  lodge,  also  the  Knight  Templar. 

W.  W.  CAIiDER,  Manufacturer  of  and  Dealer  in  Light  Driv- 
ing and  Heavy  Working  Harnesses,  Horse  Clothing,  Etc.,  Etc.— A 
well  arranged  store,  complete  in  all  its  varied  appointments,  display- 
ing an  attractive  assortment  of  goods  in  the  particular  line  it  repre- 
sents, is  the  harness  and  saddlery  establishment  of  Blr.  W.  W.  Calder, 
on  Main  Street.  Mr.  Calder  started  this  business  in  July,  1889,  and 
the  trade  developed  in  that  time  is  now  of  large  and  gratifying  pro- 
portions, extending  throughout  a  wide  radius  of  territory.  The 
premises  occupied  are  30  x  50  feet  in  dimensions,  and  comprise  as 
fine  a  shop  in  this  line  as  there  is  in  the  state,  which  is  finely  adapted 
to  the  business  in  hand.  Two  men  are  regularly  employed,  and  Mr. 
Calder  gives  strict  attention  to  the  manufacture  of  flne  harness  of 
every  description,  carrying  in  stock  a  complete  line  of  harness,  sad- 
dlery, blankets,  robes  and  horse  clothing  and  goods  of  every  descrip- 
tion. Also  a  hirge  stock  of  trunks  and  hand  bags  of  all  kinds.  Mr. 
Calder  is  a  native  of  Vermont  and  a  man  of  enterprise  and  ability. 


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able  terms.  Page  Brothers  thoroughly  un- 
derstand the  livery  business  and  to  it  give 
tlieir  personal  attention,  seeing  that  every- 
thing is  done  in  tlie  most  satisfactory  manner. 
They  keep  for  sale  a  full  line  of  buggies,  carts, 
sleighs,  etc.  This  establishment  is  located  on 
Main  Street,  opposite  the  depot.  A  force  of 
hands  are  employed  sufHciently  large  to  meet 
the  demands  of  a  rapidly  increasing  business, 
and  all  orders  by  mail,  telegraph  or  telephone 
vrill  receive  prompt  attention.  Page  Bros,  are 
natives  of  Vermont  and  are  active,  energetic 
business  men.  N.  D.  Page  gives  his  whole 
time  to  buying  and  selling  fine  horses  and 
is  as  good  a  judge  of  a  horse  as  can  be 
found. 


PAGE  BROTHERS,  Feed,  Liverj-  and  Sale  Stables.— This 
business  was  established  by  Mr.  E.  J.  Gale  in  1883  and  came  into  the 
possession  of  the  present  proprietors  in  1880.  The  stable  is  well  ven- 
tilated and  lighted,  is  60  x  100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  fitted  up  with 
every  requisite  necessary  for  the  business.  Horses  are  boarded  by 
the  day,  week,  or  month,  and  receive  the  best  of  attention.  There 
are  a  number  of  stylish  and  flne-looking  animals,  some  of  them 
"  flyers  "  to  suit  the  fancy  of  those  who  are  fond  of  fast  driving,  also 
quiet  and  gentle  horses  for  ladies,  and  a  fine  assortment  of  vehicles, 
phaetons,  buggies  and  also  saddles,  etc.,  which  are  let  upon  reason- 


S.  D.  AIiIjEN,  Flour,  etc..  Depot  Square. 
—This  house  was  established  in  1888  and 
since  its  inception  has  always  carried  on  a 
constantly  increasing  and  lucrative  trade. 
The  premises  utilized  consist  of  a  suitable 
building  of  ample  dimensions,  suited  to  the 
storing  of  feed  in  large  quantities;  also  lum- 
ber yards  and  sheds.  This  house  deals  at 
wholesale  and  retail  in  corn,  meal,  flour, 
feed  and  bran,  salt,  nails,  glass,  cement, 
brick,  lime,  calcimine  plaster,  lumber,  clapboards,  shingles,  lath,, 
fire  brick  for  boilers,  etc.  By  virtue  of  the  facilities  of  this 
house,  buying  only  in  large  quantities  by  the  car  load,  they 
are  enabled  to  furnish  the  best  at  the  lowest  prices.  This  ofHce 
is  conveniently  located  on  Depot  Square,  and  a  fine  large  stock 
of  the  best  brands  in  this  line  of  goods  are  kept  constantly  on  hand. 
All  orders,  however  large,  will  be  promptly  filled  at  the  lowest  market 
prices.  Mr.  S.  D.  Allen,  the  proprietor  of  this  establishment,  is  a  na- 
tive of  "Vermont,  and  during  his  brief  career  as  a  business  man  in. 
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INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

WATERBURY. 


ATERBURY  is  one  of  the  most  attractive  villages  in  the  State.  It  is  situated  on 
the  Central  Vermont  Railroad,  eight  miles  from  Montpelier,  and  is  made  the  head- 
quarters of  summer  tourists  visiting  Mount  Mansfield  and  Camel's  Hump,  the  highest 
of  the  Green  Mountain  peaks,  which  are  within  easy  riding  distance  of  this  village. 
is  the  home  of  ex-Gov.  Paul  Dillingham  and  his  son,  ex-Gov.  W.  P.  Dillingham, 
The  town  was  organized  March  31,  1790.  Hon.  Ezra  Butler  was  the  first  town  clerk 
and  Dr.  Daniel  Bliss  the  first  representative.  In  the  year  1800  a  great  religious 
revival  commenced  in  the  town  and  about  this  time  a  Congregational,  a  Baptist  and  a 
Methodist   church   were   organized. 

The  population  of  the  town  according  to  the  last  census  was  2,297.  It  has  four  churches, 
three  hotels  and  is  the  site  of  the  new  State  Asylum  for  the  Insane  which  is  now  in  the 
process   of   completion. 

No  better  public  schools  are  to  be  found  in  the  State  than  those  which  the  people  of 
Waterbury  have  provided  for  the  education  of  their  children.  The  graded  system  is  in  vogue, 
and  it  is  the  aim  of  the  school  committee  and  teachers  to  secure  to  the  pupils  a  thorough 
and   systematic   course    of   practical    instruction. 

The  town  is  separated  from  Duxbury  by  the  Winooski  River,  and  Waterbury  River  runs 
through  it  from  north  to  south.  It  is  thus  supplied  with  abundant  water  power  and  excellent 
mill   privileges. 

The  manufactures  and  general  business  interests  of  Waterbury  are  valuable  and  extensive 
for  a  place  of  its  size.  Conspicuous  among  the  former  are  machine  shops  devoted  to  the 
production  of  chimney  tops,  iron  and  brass  castings,  etc.,  also  shops  for  the  production  of 
carriages   and   sleighs,    clapboards,    lumber,    leather,    butter    tubs    and   boots    and    shoes. 

The  village  has  an  efficiently  organized  Fire  Department  which  is  kept  in  good  working  condi- 
tion, ready  for  instant  and  zealous  service.  The  village  is  supplied  with  an  excellent  quality 
of  water,  abundant  in  quantity,  and  furnished  to  the  inhabitants  at  reasonable  rates.  This  pleas- 
ant village  is  the  center  of  a  highly  productive  farming  district ;  its  inhabitants  are  educated 
and  refined.  The  air  is  pure  and  bracing,  and  the  whole  vicinity  is  rich  with  the  characteris- 
tic scenery  of  Vermont.  It  is  therefore  a  most  desirable  place  in  which  to  build  a  summer 
home   or   permanent   residence. 


WYMAN  &  "WAIiljACE,  Dry  Goods,  Clothing,  Carpets, 
Oil  Cloths,  Boots  and  Shoes.— There  is  not  probably  among  the  vari- 
ous and  multifarious  mercantile  concerns  that  contribute  to  the  sum 
of  trade  and  commerce  in  any  town,  one  to  which  more  interest  or 
importance  attaches  than  the  well-ordered  general  dry  goods  and 
ladies'  wear  emporium ;  and  therefore  it  is  that  the  excellent  and  de- 
servedly popular  store  of  Messrs.  Wyman  &  Wallace,  dealers  in  dry 
goods,  clothing,  carpets,  oil  cloths,  boots  and  shoes,  is  the  center  of 
attraction  to  the  ladies  of  this  community,  there  being  here  al- 
ways displayed  an  exceedingly  fine  assortment  of  everything  com- 
prehended in  dry  and  fancy  goods,  at  the  lowest  prices  consistent 
with  first-class  value  and  honorable  dealing;  while  patrons  can  at  all 
times  rely  upon  getting  a  superior  article,  prompt  and  polite  atten- 
tion and  satisfactory  treatment  in  this  well  and  favorably  known 
establishment.  The  history  of  this  house  since  its  inception  some 
twenty-five  years  ago,  has  been  a  record  of  steady  and  substantial 
progress  which  fully  sustains  its  hold  on  public  favor  and  confi- 
dence.   The  business  was  established  by  Mr.  C.  E.  Wyman  about 


1866,  and  was  very  successfully  conducted  by  him  until  April,  1890, 
when  Mr.  B.  E.  Wallace  was  admitted  as  partner.  The  business 
premises  comprise  two  floors,  24  x  60  feet  in  dimensions,  finely  ap- 
pointed and  tastefully  arranged.  A  large,  well-selected  stock  of 
goods  is  constantly  carried,  embracing  elegant  dress  trimming  in 
great  variety,  silks,  satins  and  velvets,  fine  shawls,  cloaks,  wraps, 
gloves,  hosiery,  laces,  embroidery,  fancy  goods  and  small  wares, 
corsets  and  undergarments  of  all  kinds,  parasols,  fans,  ornaments 
and  ladies'  furnishings  of  every  description.  In  the  carpet  depart- 
ment a  fine  display  is  made,  the  goods  representing  the  products  of 
the  most  noted  American  manufacturers  and  including  all  the  latest 
novelties  and  most  exquisite  designs  it  is  possible  to  obtain.  Mr.  C. 
E.  Wyman,  the  senior  member  of  the  firm,  is  a  native  of  Sandy  Hill, 
N.  Y.,  and  Mr.  B.  E.  Wallace  is  a  native  of  Waterbury:  both  gentle- 
men are  prominent  and  respected  in  the  community  alike  as  mer- 
chants and  citizens,  and  are  well  deserving  of  the  success  attained. 
Their  popular  establishment  is  the  acknowledged  leader  in  styles 
and  regulator  of  low  prices. 


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W.VTERBUUY  NATIONAIi  BANK.— The  history  of  the 
Waterbury  National  Bank  verifies  in  a  striking  manner  that  well 
established  fact  that  a  great  financial  institution  must  have  a  man  of 
conservative  characteristics  and  a  level  and  comprehensive  head  at 
the  helm  in  order  to  become  successful  and  prosperous.  The  bank 
was  incorporated  in  1854,  with  a  capital  stock  of  $100,000  and  its  prin- 
cipal executive  officers  are  as  follows,  viz. :  W.  P.  Dillingham,  presi- 
dent; J.  H.  Hastings,  vice-president;  and  Charles  Wells,  cashier. 
Directors,  W.  P.  Dillingham,  J.  H.  Hastings,  H.  A.  Hodges,  W.  H. 
Bingham,  C.  N.  Arms,  J.  W.  Brock,  J.  W.  Moody.  The  banking 
rooms  of  the  institution  are  centrally  located,  spacious  in  size,  ele- 
gantly appointed,  and  afford  every  accommodation  to  the  public 
and  for  the  transaction  of  the  business  in  hand.  A  general  banking 
business  is  transacted,  including  the  receiving  of  deposits,  the  dis- 
counting of  approved  commercial  paper  and  the  collection  of  drafts. 
From  its  inception  the  bank  has  retained  the  confidence  of  the  pub- 
lic in  a  marked  degree.  Its  principal  characteristics  are  those  which 
tend  to  inspire  and  maintain  success,  ample  capital,  good  connec- 
tions, unlimited  backing  and  able  management.  This  bank  has  a 
capital  of  $100,000;  a  surplus  fund  of  $30,000;  undivided  profits 
amounting  to  $35,796.49;  and  individual  deposits  subject  to  check 
amounting  to  $.')0,283.04.  This  institution  has  in  evei-y  particular 
kept  abreast  with  the  times,  while  its  management  has  ever  been 
characterized  by  that  spirit  of  cautious  enterprise  and  vigorous  con- 
servatism which  marks  out  new  paths  and  follows  them  surely. 
The  Waterbury  National  Bank  is  generally  recognized  as  one  of 
those  solid  institutions  that  reflect  credit  alike  upon  its  oflBcers  and 
the  public.  Its  executive  officers  are  gentlemen  with  whom  it  is 
always  a  pleasure  to  do  business.  Prompt  and  obliging  in  all  their 
dealings,  they  are  naturally  popular  and  maintain  the  high  standing 
of  this  bank  in  both  financial  and  commercial  life.  Hon.  W.  P.  Dil- 
lingham, the  president,  is  a  native  of  Waterbury.  He  was  governor 
of  Vermont  in  1889-90,  and  is  prominent  and  popular  in  legal,  politi- 
cal and  financial  circles.  His  father,  ex-Governor  Paul  Dillingham 
was  president  of  this  bank  for  many  years,  and  still  resides  in  Wa- 
terbury at  the  advanced  age  of  ninety-two  years  He  was  a  member 
of  Congress  from  this  state  nearly  fifty  years  ago,  was  long  noted  as 
an  advocate  at  the  bar,  and  is  honored  and  esteemed  by  the  people 
of  the  state  as  few  of  its  citizens  have  ever  been.  Hon.  J.  H.  Hast- 
ings, the  vice-president,  is  a  well-known  and  highly  respected  citizen 
of  Waitsfleld,  and  was  at  one  time  county  judge  of  Washington 
County  Court.  Mr.  Charles  Wells,  the  cashier,  is  a  native  of  Water- 
bury, has  been  town  treasurer,  and  is  a  prominent  member  of  the 
G.  A.  E.  He  volunteered  in  the  Forty-first  Wisconsin  Regiment 
during  the  war  of  the  rebelUon  and  is  a  financier  of  large  experience, 
wide  acquaintance  and  marked  ability,  while  the  board  of  directors 
comprise  much  of  the  solid  business  element  of  this  section  of  the 
state.  Hon.  W.  H.  H.  Bingham  is  a  leading  citizen  and  lawyer  of 
Stowe.  and  is  prominent  in  political  life.  C.  N.  Arms,  Esq.,  is  a  retired 
merchant  of  this  town;  J.  W.  Brock  is  a  leading  business  man  in 
Montpelier,  and  Messrs.  H.  A.  Hodges,  Richmond  and  J.  W.  Moody 
are  well-known  citizens  of  Waterbury. 

H.  E.  BOITCE,  Fresh  and  Salt  Meats,  Groceries  of  All  Kinds, 
Flour,  Etc.— The  provision  trade  has  no  more  thoroughly  representa- 
tive exponent  in  this  section  of  the  country  than  Mr.  H.  E.  Boyce, 
who  has  been  established  in  business  here  since  1883,  since  which 
time  he  has  built  up  a  very  extensive  trade,  which  is  annually 
increasing  at  a  gratifying  and  steady  rate.  He  occupies  a  commo- 
dious and  handsomely  equipped  store,  which  is  fitted  up  with  every 
convenience  for  the  accommodation  of  patrons.  He  keeps  in  stock 
a  large  assortment  of  the  choicest  cuts  of  beef,  lamb,  pork,  veal, 
and  mutton,  and  poultry  and  game  in  season,  besides  a  full  line 
of  salt  and  smoked  meats,  fresh,  dried,  smoked  and  pickled  fish  of 
every  description.  He  also  keeps  constantly  on  hand  a  full  line 
of  choice  family  groceries,  including  the  choicest  and  freshest 
teas,  coffees  and  spices;  the  best  brands  of  flour  and  meal,  canned 
goods  in  great  variety,  bakers'  and  laundry  supplies,  fresh  and 
dried  fruit,  butter,  cheese,  eggs,  vegetables  and  other  country 
produce,  and.  in  short  everything  usually  found  in  a  first-class 
grocery  establishment.  Everything  kept  in  stock  is  guaranteed  to 
be  of  the  best  quality,  while  the  prices  which  prevail  are  moderate 
in  the  extreme.  Mr.  Boyce  is  a  native  of  Fayston,  but  has  long 
been  identified  with  the  interests  of  Waterbury.  where  he  is  regarded 
as  one  of  her  most  public  spirited  citizens  and  successful  merchants. 


BATCHELBEU  &  ROBINSON,  General  Hardware,  Stoves 
and  Ranges.— The  firm  of  Batchelder  &  Robinson  have  an  old  and 
well  established  name,  a  pioneer  in  the  hardware  line,  enjoying  a 
reputation  and  trade  that  represent  the  results  of  over  fifty  years  of 
honorable  and  successful  effort.  The  establishment  has  undergone 
various  changes  in  its  ownership,  the  present  firm  succeeding  Mr.  J. 
E.  Shepley.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  three  floors  and  a 
basement,  each  40  x  90  feet  in  dimensions,  the  whole  being  arranged 
carefully  and  methodically.  The  several  dejjartments  are  filled  with 
an  elaborate  and  diversified  stock,  embracing  general  hardware, 
stoves,  ranges,  iron,  steel,  horseshoes,  nails,  barbed  wire,  tinware! 
lead  and  iron  pipe  and  fittings,  carriage  trimmings,  axles,  etc.  The 
supplies  are  received  direct  from  the  manufacturers,  special  atten- 
tion being  given  to  the  quality  and  character  of  the  productions,  the 
aim  being  to  not  only  meet  every  want,  but  to  offer  the  best  in  every 
case  that  llie  market  affords.  Significant  advantages  are  afforded 
to  customers  in  the  matter  of  prices.  A  large  trade  has  been  estab- 
lished which  is  botli  wholesale  and  retail.  Employing  ample  capital, 
and  commanding  advanced  opportunities  for  the  procurement  and 
disposition  of  goods,  Messrs.  Batchelder  &  Robinson  may  be  truth- 
fully said  to  be  a  tower  of  strength  in  the  field  of  commerce. 

RICHARDSON  &  liUCE,  Dry  Goods,  Clothing.  Boots  and 
Shoes. — The  improvements  that  have  taken  place  in  the  dry  goods  in- 
dustry have  made  establishments  engaged  in  that  trade  to  become 
vei-itable  bazaars,  reflecting  the  manufacturing  progress  of  every 
nation.  A  leading  headquarters  in  tliis  line  in  Waterbury  is  the  es- 
tablishment of  Messrs.  Richardson  &  Luce,  which  was  founded  by 
Mr.  C.  Richardson  in  1870,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the 
control  in  1891.  The  firm  are  extensive  dealers  in  foreign  and  do- 
mestic dry  goods,  clothing,  boots  and  shoes.  Tlie  store  is  very  spa- 
cious and  attractive  in  all  its  appointments,  and  perfect  in  conven- 
ience of  arrangement  for  inspection  and  sale.  The  stock  is  complete 
and  carefully  selected  in  every  line,  displaying  all  the  materials  that 
have  been  made  popular  by  personal  preference  or  the  decrees  of 
fashion,  and  equal  attention  is  given  to  every  assortment.  In  the 
dress  goods  department  is  shown  a  full  line  of  black  and  colored 
silks,  velvets,  plushes,  henriettas,  dress  flannels  and  fancy  dress 
goods,  while  all  the  new  fabrics  and  shades  are  added  as  soon  as  they 
appear  in  the  market.  The  stock  of  ready  made  clothing  and  gents' 
furnishing  goods  is  also  well  selected  and  complete,  comprising  a 
fine  assortment  of  new  hosiery,  plain,  striped  and  fancy,  from  cheap 
domestic  to  finest  French  goods,  kid  gloves  of  the  best  make,  neck- 
wear and  handkerchiefs,  all  in  the  latest  styles  and  at  reasonable 
prices.  A  large  and  valuable  assortment  of  boots,  shoes,  rubbers, 
arctic  overshoes,  and  felt  boots  and  shoes  are  always  to  be  found 
here.  A  large  and  influential  trade  has  been  established  in  Water- 
bury and  the  surrounding  towns.  The  individual  members  of  the 
firm,  Messrs.  C.  W.  Richardson  and  Fred.  C.  Luce,  are  both  natives 
of  Vermont. 

E.  F.  SAVAGE,  Baker  and  Dealer  in  Nuts  and  Confectionery. 
—The  leading  baking  establishment  in  this  section  of  the  state  is  that 
of  Mr.  E.  F.  Savage,  whose  splendidly  equipped  establishment  is 
eligibly  and  centrally  located  in  Waterbury.  Mr.  Savage  succeeded 
in  1889  to  the  business  which  had  been  established  many  years  before 
by  Messrs.  H.  P.  Riford  &  Co.  Under  his  wise  and  liberal  manage- 
ment the  former  trade  of  the  house  has  not  only  been  retained  but 
has  been  largely  extended,  and  he  has  now  a  very  large,  liberal  and 
influential  patronage,  derived  from  all  classes  in  the  commu- 
nity and  extending  throughout  Waterbury  and  the  surrounding 
country.  The  premises  occupied  are  spacious  and  commodious, 
comprising  two  entire  floors  and  a  store  15  x  40  feet  in  dimensions, 
the  building  being  fitted  up  with  the  most  approved  machinery  and 
appliances.  A  specialty  is  made  of  fine  bread,  cakes,  cookies,  pies, 
etc.,  etc.,  only  the  best  and  purest  materials  being  used,  and  none 
but  skilled  workmen  being  employed.  Ice  cream  is  made  to  order 
and  kept  constantly  on  hand  during  the  summer  season,  and  a  fine 
stock  is  carried  of  nuts  and  confectionery.  The  establishment  is  a 
model  one  in  every  respect  and  its  products  have  attained  a  wide  and 
enviable  reputation  for  excellence.  Mr.  Savage  is  a  native  of  New 
Waitsfleld,  Vt..  but  has  long  been  identified  with  the  interests  of 
Waterbury,  where  he  is  held  in  the  highest  esteem  by  all  classes  of 
the  community.  He  is  a  prominent  and  popular  member  of  the  Ma- 
sonic and  Odd  Fellows'  orders. 


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C.  C.  "WAKREN,  Manufacturer  of  the  Celebrated  "Lion" 
Harness  Leather,  Bridle,  Skirting,  Loop  and  Horse-Boot  Leather. — 
Prominent  among  the  old  established  houses  of  Waterbury  may  be 
mentioned  that  of  Mr.  C.  C.  Warren,  manufacturer  of  the  celebrated 
"  Lion  ■"  harness  leather,  also  black,  russet  and  stained  rein,  bridle, 
skirting,  loop  and  horse-boot  leather.  At  this  establishment  can 
always  be  found  an  extensive  and  elegant  assortment  of  goods  at  the 
lowest  prices  consistent  with  excellent  values  and  upright  dealing. 
Mr.  Warren  commenced  business  as  a  tanner  here  about  twenty 
years  ago,  and  from  a  small  beginning  the  business  has  grown  until 
now  the  establishment  is  known  as  the  best  in  Vermont.  The  me- 
chanical equipments  are  the  best  that  skill  and  capital  can  produce, 
and  employment  is  furnished  to  from  forty  or  fifty  hands.  The 
works  were  burned  in  1885  and  rebuilt  on  an  improved  plan.  Mr. 
Warren  is  always  in  a  position  to  fill  orders  with  promptitude  and  his 
standing  in  the  market  is  beyond  question.  Mr.  C.  C.  Warren,  the 
enterprising  and  popular  proprietor  of  this  establishment,  is  a  native 
of  Hartland,  Vt.,  and  to  his  energy  and  enterprise  Waterbury  owes 
much  of  her  present  prosperity. 

ATKINS  &  HAINES,  Groceries,  Tobacco  and  Cigars.— The 
village  of  Waterbury,  as  the  center  of  a  very  important  trade  in 
staple  groceries  and  food  products,  is  largely  indebted  to  the  whole- 
sale grocery  firm  of  Messrs.  Atkins  &  Haines,  which  was  established 
here  in  1875.  The  stock  both  as  regards  extent,  variety  and  quality, 
has  no  superior  in  this  section  of  the  state.  This  splendid  and  spa- 
cious store  is  fully  equipped  with  every  modern  improvement  for 
the  convenient  handling  and  perfect  preservation  of  the  immense 
and  valuable  stock  here  carried.  As  regards  domestic  staple  gro- 
ceries the  stock  is  thoroughly  comprehensive,  covering  the  entire 
wide  range  and  including  everything  in  its  best  quality.  Such 
staples  as  teas,  coffees  and  spices,  sugars,  syrups  and  molasses  are 
prominent  specialties  with  this  firm,  and  their  trade  in  these  lines 
is  alone  enormous.  In  the  canned  goods  department  the  firm 
handles  only  those  brands  of  fruit,  meats  and  vegetables  that 
experience  and  test  have  shown  to  be  perfect  as  regards  both  qual- 
ity and  method  of  preservation.  They  handle  full  lines  of  the  prod- 
ucts of  such  houses  as  Crosse  &  Blackwell,  of  London,  and  are  also 
extensive  dealers  in  the  choicest  foreign  and  domestic  dried  fruits; 
French  canned  and  preserved  food  products,  such  as  peas,  mush- 
rooms, capers,  sardines,  etc.,  and  the  best  Havana  cigars  and  tobac- 
cos of  all  kinds.  Their  leading  specialty  however  is  in  flour  and 
grain,  in  which  they  do  an  enormous  business.  The  trade  is  large, 
first  class  and  influential  throughout  the  state.  The  house  was  orig- 
inally established  by  Messrs.  C.  N.  Arms  and  L.  H.  Haines,  Mr.  Geo. 
W.  Atkins  taking  the  place  of  Mr.  Arms  about  1888.  The  members 
of  the  firm  are  both  natives  of  Vermont  and  are  highly  esteemed  in 
the  commimity. 


A.  R.  PHILIilPS,  Meat  Market.— A  young  but  none  the  less 
flourishing  and  popular  house  in  the  meat  trade  in  Waterbury  is  that 
of  Mr.  A.  B.  PhilUps,  who,  although  only  established  in  business  here 
for  one  year,  has  already  developed  a  very  flourishing  trade.  The 
premises  occupied  comprise  a  commodious  and  well  appointed  store, 
which  is  a  model  of  neatness  and  cleanliness.  Here  is  to  be  found 
constantly  on  hand  a  large  stock  of  the  choicest  cuts  of  beef,  mut- 
ton, lamb,  pork  and  veal,  besides  game  and  poultry  in  season.  Mr. 
Phillips  kills  and  dresses  his  own  meat,  and  as  he  is  a  skilled  butcher 
of  large  practical  experience,  he  is  enabled  at  all  times  to  guarantee 
the  quality  of  the  food  products  he  offers  for  sale.  His  prices  are  as 
moderate  as  consistent  with  first-class  meats,  and  he  has  a  neat  de- 
livery cart  which  is  constantly  kept  busy.  BIr.  Phillips  is  a  native  of 
Waterbury. 

ROOT  &  QR  ANDFIEIiD,  Meat  Market.— The  trade  in  fresh 
and  salt  meats  of  every  description  is  well  represented  in  Waterbury 
by  the  enterpising  young  firm  of  Root  &  Grandfield,  which  although 
only  in  business  since  last  year  has  already  established  a  large  and 
flourishing  trade.  They  occupy  a  spacious  and  commodious  store 
which  is  a  model  of  neatness  and  cleanlinecs,  and  where  is  kept  con- 
stantly on  hand  a  large  and  choice  assortment  of  fresh  beef,  mutton, 
lamb,  pork  and  veal,  besides  poultry  and  game  in  season.  They  also 
carry  a  large  stock  of  salt,  pickled  and  smoked  meats  of  all  kinds, 
as  well  as  fruits  and  vegetables  in  season.  Goods  are  delivered  to 
any  part  of  the  town  or  vicinity,  a  neat  delivery  cart  being  constantly 
kept  busy.  The  proprietors  are  wide-awake,  courteous  and  enter- 
prising business  men,  who  fully  understand  catering  to  the  wants  of 
the  public. 

ITIRS.  J.  Mr,  CABIERON,  Millinery,  Fancy  Goods  and 
Worsteds,  Main  Street.— A  popular  and  prominent  shopping  place 
of  this  town  is  Mrs.  J.  M.  Cameron's  millinery  and  fancy  goods  es- 
tablishment. The  business  was  established  in  1883  and  has  had  a 
steady  growth  from  the  beginning  and  has  for  some  time  been  the 
chief  source  of  supply  in  artistic  millinery  merchandise,  viz.:  fine 
French  flowers,  ostrich  plumes  and  tips,  rich  ribbons  and  laces,  or-  i 
naments,  straw  and  silk  goods,  etc.,  for  the  fashionable  ladies  of 
Waterbury  and  vicinity.  The  chief  show  window  is  noted  for  the 
great  taste  exhibited  in  arranging  the  goods,  and  the  dazzling  dis- 
play is  criticised  by  crowds  daily.  As  communities  progress  in  edu- 
cation, refinement  and  wealth,  in  like  ratio  does  taste  advance  in  the 
art  of  millinery.  Ladies  are  now  extremely  particular  with  their 
head  dress  and  prefer  coming  to  an  establishment  where  can  be  seen 
a  great  variety  of  different  shapes  and  styles  at  prices  to  suit  all 
classes  of  customers.  A  large  and  valuable  stock  of  fancy  goods 
and  worsteds  are  kept  constantly  on  hand,  and  in  quality  and  styles 
of  new  goods  Mrs.  Cameron  successfully  competes  with  any  house  in 
the  state. 


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INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

ST.  JOHNSBURY. 


I  RIOR  to  the  independence  of  New  Hampshire  Grants,  and  sixteen  years  before  the 
settlement  of  St.  Johnsbury,  a  tract  of  land  on  Passumpsic  River  was  granted  by  King 
i^^  George  III.,  to  certain  of  his  "  loving  subjects  of  the  Province  of  New  York."  This 
yj"  tract,  containing  39,000  acres — including  the  whole  or  nearly  the  whole  of  St.  Johnsbury 
together  with  a  portion  of  Concord  and  Waterford — was  granted  to  thirty-nine  petitioners 
under  leadership  of  John  Woods  and  Wm.  Swan,  and  formerly  chartered  by  Cadwallader 
■Golden,  who  in  1770  was  governor-general  of  New  York.  The  charter  was  issued  at  New 
York  City  on  the  8th  of  August,  1770  ;  and  in  honor  of  the  Earl  of  Dunmore,  who  on  the  19th 
of  October  following  was  appointed  by  his  Majesty,  governor  of  the  province,  the  new  town- 
ship received  the  name  of  Dunmore.  On  the  27th  of  October,  1786,  Thos,  Chittenden,  then  in 
the  tenth  year  of  his  service  as  governor  of  the  State,  made  an  official  grant  to  Dr.  Jonathan 
Arnold  and  associates  of  a  tract  of  land  in  old  Orange  county,  to  be  known  as  the  "  Town- 
ship of  St.  Johnsbury."  The  name  which  Cadwallader  Golden  had  bestowed  on  this  tract  in 
1770,  and  by  which  he  thought  to  immortalize  the  name  of  the  British  earl,  was  now  repudi- 
ated by  the  less  loyal  mountaineers,  who  had  already  assumed  control  of  the  state.  Among 
the  French  people  they  had  found  a  man  whose  friendship  for  the  Green  Mountain  State 
challenged  their  respect  and  won  their  gratitude,  and  the  new  township  was  named,  the 
borough  or  town  of  St.  John  de  Crevecoeur,  the  French  consul  at  New  York.  This  was  done 
at  the  suggestion  of  Ethan  Allen,  a  warm  personal  friend  of  St.  John.  At  St.  John's  sugges- 
tion the  town  was  called  St.  Johnsbury  on  account  of  there  being  many  other  towns  by  the 
name  of    St.    John    in   this   country. 

ITS   CHARMING  SITUATION. 

The  village  of  St.  Johnsbury  is  admirably  located  at  the  confluence  of  the  Passumpsic  and 
Moose    Rivers,    both    of    which    streams    furnish    excellent    water-power    for    mills    and    factories. 

The  landscape  is  diversified  by  numerous  mound-like  hills,  plateaus,  and  winding  water 
courses.  Nature  made  it  beautiful  at  first,  and  architecture  and  horticulture  have  materially 
added  to  its  attractiveness.  It  is  a  village  of  handsome  residences  and  imposing  business 
blocks,  and  the  hand  of  culture  is  everywhere  to  be  seen.  Nearly  every  house  is  owned  by 
its   occupant,    and   prosperity   and    happiness    reign   throughout   the    community. 

Railroads  lead  in  four  directions  from  St.  Johnsbury ;  the  Passumpsic,  north  and  south,  and 
the  Boston  and  Lowell,  east  and  west.  The  Vermont  division  of  the  latter  road  runs  from  St. 
Johnsbury  west  across  northern  Vermont  to  Lake  Champlain.  St.  Johnsbury  is  on  the  great 
through   line   from   Boston   to   Newport,    Montreal,    and   Quebec. 

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175 


PUBLIC    BUILDINGS. 

At  the  head  of  Eastern  Avenue  on  Main  Street,  stands  the  Athenaeum.  This  institution 
was  founded  in  187 1  by  ex-Governor  Horace  Fairbanks,  and  cost  upwards  of  $100,000.  It 
is  a  handsome  and  substantial  brick  edifice,  and  contains  a  library  of  eleven  thousand  volumes 
of  choice  literature,  and  a  fine  art  gallery,  which  has,  as  its  central  attraction,  Bierstadt's  master- 
piece, the  "  Domes  of  the  Yosemite."  The  building  is  two  stories  high,  49  x  90  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  has  a  fine  hall  in  the  second  story.  The  library  is  open  to  all  and  proves  one  of 
the   greatest   attractions   of    St.    Johnsbury. 


The  Y.  M.  C.  A.  building,  located  on  Eastern  Avenue,  is  an  ornament  to  the  village  and 
was  erected  through  the  munificence  of  Rev.  Henry  Fairbanks.  It  contains  three  floors  and  a 
basement   and   is   built   of   pressed   brick,    with   handsome   trimmings   of    Longmeadow   sandstone. 

Among  other  architectural  features  of  the  place  may  be  named  the  office  of  the  St.  Johns- 
bury  Caledonian,  the  office  of  the  St.  Johnsbury  Republican,  the  Caledonia  County  Court 
House,    Music    Hall    and    several    brick    business   blocks. 

The  Soldiers'  Monument  in  the  Court  House  yard  was  dedicated  in  1868,  at  a  cost  of 
f 8,892. 46.  It  is  twelve  feet  in  height,  surmounted  by  a  statue  of  America,  seven  feet  high 
which  is  made  of  the  purest  Italian  marble.  Upon  each  side  of  the  pedestal  is  a  tablet 
containing   the   names   of   eighty   citizens   of  St.    Johnsbury   who    died   in    the   war   of  the  Rebellion. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND     WEALTH     OF 


SCHOOLS  AND  CHURCHES. 

The  educational  advantages  offered  by  St.  Johnsbury  are  very  superior,  and  every  effort  is 
put  forth  by  the  people  to  enhance  their  value.  St.  Johnsbury  Academy  ranks  as  one  of  the 
best  institutions  of  its  kind  in  the  countr5\  The  students  come  from  all  parts  of  the  country, 
and  on  graduating  are  admitted  to  all  the  leading  colleges  on  presentation  of  their  diplomas. 
Prof.  Chas.  E.  Putney  is  principal,  and  the  corps  of  instructors  numbers  thirteen.  The  courses 
of  studies  include  the  Classical,  the  English  and  Scientific,  the  Latin  and  English,  the  five  years 
complete  course,  or  a  mixed  course  of  from  three  to  six  years.  This  Academy  offers  unusual 
facilities  for  the  profitable  study  of  Natural  Science.  The  gifts  of  the  late  Hon.  Horace  Fair- 
banks  to   this   institution    amount   to    $200,000. 

The  Union  School  buildings  are  large  and  commodious  structures,  and  the  course  of  instruc- 
tion is  very  thorough.  On  Charles  Street  is  the  Convent  of  the  congregation  of  Notre  Dame. 
It    is    under   the    management    of   a   sister   superior,    two    sisters    and    several    lady    teachers. 

St.  Johnsbury  supports  ten  churches,  as  follows:  North  Church  (Congregational),  South 
Church  (Congregational),  Free  Baptist,  St.  Andrew's  Episcopal,  Presbyterian,  Church  of  the  Mes- 
siah   (Universalist),   Methodist,   Advent,    Baptist    and    Roman    Catholic. 


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The  North  Church  edifice  is  the  finest  in  the  state.  It  is  built  of  Isle  La  Motte  marble, 
is  imposing  and  beautiful  in  its  symmetry  and  stately  grace,  and  was  erected  at  a  cost  ot 
$100,000. 

MANUFACTURING  INTERESTS. 

St.  Johnsbury  is  a  village  made  famous  in  all  parts  of  the  civilized  world  as  the  location 
of  the  Fairbanks'  Scale  Works,  and  the  town  is  indebted  to  the  Fairbanks  family  for  its  man- 
ufacturing importance  and  present  prosperity.  More  than  half  a  century  ago  the  Fairbanks 
brothers — Erastus,  Vermont's  first  war  governor;  Sir  Thaddeus,  the  inventor  of  the  scale;  and 
Joseph  P. — started  the  wheel  of  industry  in  a  primitive  scale  works,  and  brought  honor  and 
wealth  to  the  family  and  prosperity  to  the  town.  The  success  of  these  world-renowned  works 
has  been  a  natural  sequence  of  skill  in  construction,  care  in  management  and  increasing  demand 
for   the    article    manufactured. 

The  manufacturing  interests  of  the  town  are  varied  and  extensive,  outside  of  the  scale 
works,  embracing  as  they  do  almost  every  variety  of  wooden  and  metallic  machinery,  agricultu- 
ral   and   household   implements,    lumber,  and    monumental  work. 

ADVANTAGES  AS  A  RESIDENCE. 

The  population  of  St.  Johnsbury,  according  to  the  census  of  1890,  is  6,580.  It  has  recently- 
been  incorporated  as  a  village  and  its  government  is  characterized  by  wisdom  and  economy. 
The  Fire  Department  is  thoroughly  equipped  with  the  best  of  fire  extinguishing  appliances,  and 
the  firemen  are  well  drilled  and  organized.  The  banking  facilities  are  in  every  way  adequate 
for  the  wants  of  the  trading  communit\^  There  are  many  fine  commercial  houses  engaged 
in  almost  every  branch  of  trade,  and  these  are  under  the  control  of  energetic  and  enterprising 
merchants  who  have  enlisted  in  them  large  capital.  The  traffic  of  the  village  has  kept  pace 
with  her  increasing  growth  as  a  manufacturing  center;  and  the  wholesale  trade,  which  is  an 
important  factor  in  the  development  of  the  prosperity  of  the  town,  is  yearly  increasing  in  value 
and  strength.  The  retail  trade  is  of  a  most  diversified  character,  the  principal  business  thor- 
oughfares being  lined  by  stores  of  a  metropolitan  character  engaged  in  dealing  in  all  the  com- 
modities customarily  found  in  thriving  and  growing  communities.  As  a  place  of  residence  St. 
Johnsbury  possesses  many  attractions.  The  arts  and  sciences  are  cultivated  and  fostered,  and 
evidences  are  to  be  seen  on  every  hand  of  culture  and  refinement,  not  only  of  a  private 
character  coupled  with  wealth,  but  of  a  public  character  as  well.  The  village  is  handsomely 
laid  out  and  compactly  built,  with  broad  and  well  paved  streets,  lighted  by  gas  and  electric 
lights,  and  is  adequately  supplied  with  wholesome  water.  It  is  noted  for  its  fine  public  buildings, 
while  outside  of  the  business  portion  of  the  town  the  streets  are  lined  with  numerous  elegant 
residences,  surrounded  with  beautiful  gardens  and  neat,  well-kept  lawns.  With  a  desirable  loca- 
tion for  trade  and  manufacture,  combined  with  abundant  transportation  facilities,  with  a  large 
and  increasing  population,  with  her  manufacturing  enterprises,  her  wholesale  and  retail  commer- 
cial activity  and  her  many  other  advantages  already  pointed  out,  St.  Johnsbury  has  even  a 
more    prosperous    and   brilliant   future    in    store. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND    WEALTH    OF 


E.  TO.  STEEIjE  &  CO.,  Clothing,  Furnishing  Goods,  Hats, 
Trunks  and  Bags,  No.  7  Bank  Block,  Main  Street.— The  leading  head- 
quarters in  St.  Johnsbury  for  ready-made  clothing,  hats  and  caps, 
gents'  furnishing  goods,  trunks  and  bags,  is  the  establishment  of 
Messrs.  E.  D.  Steele  &  Co.,  located  at  No.  7  Bank  Block,  Main  Street, 
opposite  the  St.  Jolinsbury  House.  This  enterprising  firm  came  into 
control  of  this  business  in  1887,  as  successors  to  L.  B.  Atwood,  and 
have  built  up  a  deservedly  high  reputation  and  a  large  and  steadily 
increasing  trade.  Tlie  premises  occupied  for  sales  purposes  com- 
prise a  store  and  basement,  25  x  75  feet  each,  and  unsurpassed  facili- 
ties are  afforded  for  conducting  the  business  under  the  most  favora- 
ble conditions  and  upon  a  large  scale.  The  firm  display  a  full  and 
complete  line  of  ready-made  clothing  for  botli  men's,  youths',  and 
boys'  wear,  all  made  in  the  latest  style,  of  the  best  materials,  and 
selected  with  care  and  judgment.  Notliing  of  an  inferior  order  is 
handled,  each  grade  being  distinguislied  for  some  excellence  pecul- 
iarly its  own,  while  the  finer  lines  are  equal  in  every  respect  to  the 
best  custom  work,  in  fit,  finish,  elegance  and  fashion.  The  stock  of 
men's  furnishing  goods  includes  all  the  latest  novelties  in  neck- 
wear, scarfs,  cravats  and  ties  ;  the  finest  dress  shirts,  merino 
and  woolen  shirts ;  silk  and  all-wool  underwear,  silk  and  cotton 
hosiery,  the  best  makes  of  collars  and  cuffs,  kid  and  driving  gloves, 
silk  and  linen  handkerchiefs,  studs  and  buttons,  suspenders  and 
dressing  conveniences  of  all  kinds  ;  also  canes  and  umbrellas,  trunks 
and  bags,  and  traveling  supplies.  Here  are  always  displa3'ed  tlie 
newest  seasonable  styles  in  Derbies,  soft  and  silk  hats,  received 
direct  from  the  makers,  and  sold  at  prices  which  are  safe  from  suc- 
cessful competition.  Backed  by  large  and  ample  capital,  and  com- 
manding the  most  favorable  opportunities  for  procuring  supplies, 
this  firm  are  in  a  position  to  name  inducements  in  both  goods  and 
prices  whicli  are  as  rare  as  they  are  profitable  to  those  who  avail 
themselves  of  tlie  same.  The  members  of  this  popular  firm  are 
Messrs.  E.  D.  Steele  and  H.  W.  Bates,  the  latter  of  whom  is  a  resi- 
dent of  Boston  and  a  member  of  the  wholesale  clothing  firm  of 
Davies,  Hopkins  &  Bates,  in  that  city.  Mr.  Steele  is  a  native  of 
Maine,  and  a  gentleman  of  large  business  experience,  thorough  reli- 
ability and  sterling  personal  worth,  with  whom  it  is  ever  a  pleasure 
to  deal. 


CHARI^ES  P.  CAKPENTER,  Hardware,  Builders'  Mate- 
rial, Tools,  Cutlery,  Stoves,  Ranges,  No.  89  Eastern  Avenue.— The 
population  of  St.  Johnsbury  are  ministered  to  by  establishments 
whose  reputation  for  enterprise,  liberality  and  perfect  equipment  is 
not  excelled  by  those  of  any  other  town  in  the  state.  Especially  is 
this  true  with  regard  to  the  hardware  trade,  so  ably  represented  by 
Mr.  Chas.  P.  Carpenter  at  No.  89  Eastern  Avenue.  This  is  an  old  and 
well  established  house,  a  pioneer  in  the  hardware  and  plumbing  line, 
and  representing  the  results  of  many  years  of  honorable  and  suc- 
cessful effort.  Mr.  Carpenter  became  the  proprietor  in  1887,  as  suc- 
cessor to  H.  J.  Conant,  and  under  his  direction  the  house  has  not 
only  maintained  its  old  time  reputation,  but  has  pushed  its  way  to 
the  front  rank  in  many  of  the  branches  of  trade  to  which  it  gives 
attention.  The  business  premises  comprise  a  three-story  building, 
50  X  75  feet  in  dimensions,  together  with  a  large  storehouse  in  the 
rear,  thus  giving  an  abundance  of  room  for  supplying  the  most  ex- 
tensive demand.  The  several  departments  are  filled  with  an  elab- 
orate and  diversified  stock,  comprising  a  full  assortment  of  standard 
parlor  stoves  of  all  styles  and  sizes,  including  the  famous  Howe 
Ventilating  Stove  and  the  well-known  Magee  heaters  ;  a  splendid 
line  of  ranges  and  wood  cook  stoves,  the  Crawford,  Quaker,  West 
Shore  and  the  Daniel  E.  Paris  "  Famous,"  besides  several  smaller 
kinds ;  the  Boynton  hot  air  furnaces,  the  celebrated  Boston 
heater."  made  by  the  Magee  Furnace  Company,  and  the  Gurney 
hot  water  heater  ;  also,  builders'  and  general  hardware,  locksmiths' 
and  butchers'  supplies,  carpenters'  and  machinists'  tools,  farming 
and  garden  implements,  tin  and  sheet-iron  ware,  belting  and  lacing, 
table  and  cutlery,  etc.,  etc.  To  attempt  an  enumeration  of  the  goods 
displayed  by  Mr.  Carpenter  would  be.  to  present  the  reader  with  an 
immense  catalogue.  Suffice  it  to  say,  "  he  keeps  everything."  The 
supplies  are  purchased  in  vast  quantities  direct  from  the  manufact- 
urers, and  special  attention  is  given  to  the  quality  and  character  of 
the  productions,  the  aim  being  not  only  to  meet  every  want  but  to 
offer  the  very  best  in  every  case  that  the  markets  afford.  Signifi- 
cant advantages  are  extended  to  customers  in  the  matter  of  prices, 


and  all  the  great  resources  of  the  house  are  used  to  promote  the 
interests  of  its  patrons.  A  specialty  is  made  of  first-class  sanitary 
plumbing,  in  which  a  large  force  of  skilled  workmen  is  constantly 
employed,  while  the  house  has  also  won  a  deservedly  high  prestige 
in  ithe  sale  and  putting  into  successful  operation  the  Gurney  hot 
water  heater.  These  inventions  are  warmly  commended  by  those 
who  have  them  in  use  in  this  vicinity,  and  all  who  wish  their  houses 
either  heated  or  plumbed  should  not  fail  to  call  upon  Mr.  Carpenter 
for  information  and  prices.  Employing  ample  capital  and  com- 
manding advanced  opportunities  for  the  procurement  of  supplies, 
this  house  may  be  justly  considered  as  a  tower  of  strength  in  the 
field  of  commerce.  Mr.  Carpenter  is  a  native  of  Washington  Co., 
Vermont,  and  one  of  its  best  known  citizens  and  representative 
business  men.  He  was  postmaster  of  the  village  during  several  suc- 
cessive Republican  administrations,  and  is  a  gentleman  of  marked 
executive  ability,  sound  judgment  and  eminent  popularity. 


DEmERS  BROS.,  Dealers  in  Groceries,  Provisions,  Flour, 
Crockery,  Glassware,  Etc.,  No.  87  Railroad  Street.— The  excellent 
farm  lands  around  St.  Johnsbury  afford  exceptional  market  opportu- 
nities, and  in  fact  give  impetus  to  all  trades,  among  which  is  the  busy 
store  of  Messrs.  Demers  Bros.,  dealers  in  groceries,  provisions,  flour, 
crockery  and  glassware  at  No.  87  Railroad  Street.  The  sole  proprie- 
tor of  this  flourishing  business  is  Mr.  Louis  Demers,  a  native  of  Can- 
ada, who  has  resided  in  this  village  seventeen  years.  His  business 
was  established  in  1882,  since  which  time  it  has  grown  to  most  desir- 
able proportions.  He  has  a  store  20  x  75  feet,  completely  stocked  with 
the  choicest  goods  in  the  market,  while  he  conducts  a  first-class  bake- 
shop  in  the  basement,  where  he  makes  the  most  delicious  bread,  bis- 
cuits, rolls,  buns,  cakes,  pies,  doughnuts  and  crackers  to  be  found  in 
this  place  for  supplying  the  retail  trade.  Mr.  Demers  carries  a  full 
line  of  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  tea,  coffee,  sugar,  spices,  butter, 
eggs,  lard,  cheese,  flour,  canned  fruits,  canned  vegetables,  berries, 
cranberries,  preserves,  pickles,  sardines,  condensed  milk,  washing 
fluid,  currants,  citrons,  quinces,  jellies,  boiled  cider,  sauces,  candles, 
mince  meat,  fruits,  vegetables,  and  all  kinds  of  country  produce. 
Mr.  Demers  keeps  his  store  in  a  neat  and  attractive  condition,  deliv- 
ers all  purchases,  employing  four  obliging  clerks  and  has  an  exten- 
sive patronage  from  the  best  families.  He  is  regarded  as  a  man  of 
strict  business  integrity  and  is  very  popular. 


A.  D.  ROWEIili  (Successor  to  Howard  &  Rowell),  Jew- 
eler, Stationer  and  Bookseller,  Etc.,  No.  27  Main  Street. — This 
representative  house  was  originally  established  in  1855,  by  Mr.  T.  M. 
Howard,  and  in  1870  the  firm  of  Howard  &  Rowell  was  organized, 
which  continued  until  1887,  when  Mr.  Rowell  succeeded  to  the  sole 
control.  The  literary  residents  of  the  town,  and  all  lovers  of  good 
reading  make  it  their  chief  rendezvous.  Here  are  two  separate  and 
distinct  departments  of  trade  in  one  store,  each  complete  within  it- 
self and  under  experienced  and  successful  management.  The  book 
and  stationery  department  is  splendidly  stocked  with  miscellaneous 
works;  books  in  fine  bindings,  and  illustrated  works  in  prose  and 
poetry;  works  of  devotion,  prayer  books,  hymnals  and  Bibles,  maps, 
fine  standard  papers  and  envelopes,  tablets  and  box  papers,  thin 
bonds,  linens  and  calling  cards,  school  stationery,  pencils  and  inks; 
gold  pens  and  Swan  fountain  pens,  holiday  novelties,  albums  and 
leather  goods,  and  games.  The  watch  and  jewelry  department  is 
elegantly  appointed,  and  perfect  in  convenience  of  arrangement  for 
display,  inspection  and  sale,  and  a  very  large  stock  is  carried  in 
every  line.  This  has  been  rendered  fully  possible  by  the  splendid 
connections  of  the  house  with  manufacturers  and  importers  of  the 
best  repute.  In  watches,  clocks,  bronzes,  jewelry,  charms,  solid  sil- 
ver and  plated  ware,  optical  goods  and  art  novelties  of  every  descrip- 
tion the  assortments  equal  any  in  this  section.  The  goods  have  been 
selected  with  care  and  judgment,  exhibiting  a  wide  range  of  value. 
Personal  attention  is  given  to  fine  watch  repairing,  and  spectacles 
and  eye-glasses  are  correctly  fitted.  The  house  is  well  prepared  to 
give  the  best  satisfaction  in  all  its  operations,  and  the  proprietor  is 
consistent  in  his  determination  to  furnish  first-class  goods  and  relia- 
ble service  on  the  most  advantageous  terms.  Mr.  Rowell  is  a  native 
of  New  Hampshire,  a  resident  of  St.  Johnsbury  for  the  past  thirty 
years,  an  accomplished  jeweler  of  large  experience,  and  an  enter- 
prising, popular  and  successful  business  man. 


ST.     JOHNSBURY,     VERMONT. 


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1.0IJGX:x:  BROS.  &  SOTYTHE,  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods, 
Cloaks,  Carpets,  Furs  and  Garments,  Wall  Papers  and  Window 
Shades,  Notions  and  Small  Wares,  Nos.  59-61  Railroad  Street.— The 
citizens  of  St.  Johnsbury  refer  with  pride  to  the  elegant  establish- 
ment of  Messrs.  Longee  Bros.  &  Smythe,  at  Nos.  .59-61  Railroad 
Street,  as  the  exponent  and  representative  of  what  the  dry  goods 
trade  has  come  to  under  the  stimulating  effects  of  unlimited  re- 
sources, distinguished  enterprise,  business  capacity  of  the  highest 
order,  and  unremitting  energy  and  industry.  That  these  are  the 
qualifications  of  the  esteemed  proprietors  is  a  fact  generally  recog- 
nized throughout  the  community.  This  firm  established  their  busi- 
ness here  in  March,  1890,  and  deal  in  both  dry  and  fancy  goods, 
carpets  and  cloaks,  wall  papers  and  window  shades,  ladies'  furs  and 
garments,  notions  and  small  wares.  Conducting  their  immense 
business  upon  an  equitable  and  enterprising  policy,  they  have  not 
been  slow  to  adopt  every  position  of  vantage  so  as  to  be  foimd  ever 
in  the  foreground,  both  as  regards  facilities,  connections,  the  newest 
goods  and  the  latest  styles  in  that  profusion  which  enables  the  most 
critical  to  speedily  satisfy  their  tastes  as  to  shades  and  patterns,  and 
the  assemblage  under  one  roof  of  what  may  with  truth  be  termed 
an  emporium  of  the  products  of  all  nations  in  the  lines  of  dry  and 
fancy  goods.  Their  store  is  the  largest  and  most  attractive  in  its 
line  on  this  fashionable  thoroughfare,  as  well  as  one  of  the  busiest 
places  in  to^n.  It  comprises  two  floors,  40  x  100  feet  each,  in  the 
above  building,  constructed  in  the  most  ornate  and  substantial  man- 
ner, and,  architecturally  speaking,  an  ornament  to  the  village.  The 
interior  is  fitted  up  and  furnished  in  keeping  with  the  correct  taste 


and  sound  judgment  of  the  proprietors;  no  expense  has 
been  spared,  while  the  arrangement  of  the  premises  is 
perfect,  all  floors  being  brilliantly  lighted,  provided  with 
cash  railways,  arc  lights,  and  commodious  alike  for  cus- 
tomers and  the  adequate  display  of  the  firm's  enormous 
stock.  Its  counters  are  daily  thronged  with  patrons  from 
all  classes  of  the  community.  Each  department  is  com- 
plete in  itself,  while  the  employees  ai-e  noted  for  their 
courtesy  and  obliging  manners,  combining  with  a  thor- 
ough knowledge  of  their  duties  a  faculty  for  anticipating 
the  wants  of  customers,  laying  before  them  a  full  variety 
of  textures,  patterns  and  shades  from  which  to  choose,  so 
that,  when  the  excellence  of  the  stock  is  considered,  it  is 
not  surprising  that  rapids  ales  are  made  and  general  sat- 
isfaction given  to  buyers.  Customers  can  here  obtain  a 
complete  outfit,  not  alone  of  dress  goods  and  notions,  but 
many  household  articles,  both  'for  use  and  ornament. 
The  leading  specialties  are  dress  fabrics  and  cloaks,  suits 
and  furs,  while  the  splendid  stock  contains  everything 
desirable  in  silks,  satins,  velvets  and  velveteens,  ottomans, 
rhadamaux,  all  wool  henriettas  and  serges,  cashmeres 
and  prints;  linens,  woolens  and  cQtton  cloths;  blankets, 
flannels  and  housekeeping  goods;  cloaks,  suits  and 
shawls  plush  and  fur  lined  newmarkets,  plush  and  seal- 
skin sacques,  ulsters  and  raglans,  cloth  and  plush  wraps, 
cloth  and  plush  Modjeskas.  plush  jackets  and  pea-sant 
coats,  Jersey^  and  Jersey  waists,  and  cloaks  for  both 
misses,  children  and  infants;  fashionable  seal  gai'ments 
and  the  latest  fur  novelties,  genuine  Alaska  seal  wraps 
and  jackets,  seal  dolmans  and  ulsters;  muffs  and  boas 
and  small  furs  of  all  kinds;  the  latest  designs  and  pat- 
terns in  Brussels,  tapestry,  ingrain  and  other  carpet- 
ings  from  the  best  manufacturers;  floor  and  table  oU 
cloths,  rugs  and  linoelums,  mats  and  matting,  window 
shades  and  wall  papers,  curtains  and  draperies,  ladies' 
and  gents'  furnishing  goods,  hosiery,  gloves  and  under- 
wear; shirts,  collars  and  cuffs;  corsets,  bustles  and  dress 
trimmings;  laces,  ribbons  and  embroideries;  and  notions, 
fancy  goods  and  small  wares  in  bewildering  variety  and 
profusion.  The  success  already  achieved  by  this  house  is 
a  striking  instance  of  the  willingness  of  the  public  to  co- 
operate with  the  merchant  whose  endeavors  are  directed 
towards  supplying  his  patrons  with  the  best  and  latest  in 
the  market,  and  at  the  very  lowest  prices  consistt-nt  with 
the  ideas  of  modern  merchandising.  The  soil  of  public 
favor  has  been  fertile  in  the  extreme,  and  the  popularity 
of  the  house  is  due  largely  to  the  ability  of  the  firm  to 
buy  for  cash  in  all  the  markets  of  the  world,  and  to  secure  all 
novelties  as  fast  as  they  appear,  either  at  home  or  abroad.  Nothing 
has  been  too  fine  or  fashionable  for  them  to  buy,  and  shoppers  in 
St.  Johnsbury  have  an  opportunity  this  season  of  making  tlieir  se- 
lections from  a  stock  that  is  second  to  none  in  the  state.  This  store  is 
also  becoming  to  be  recognized  as  headquarters  for  bargains  in  all 
the  above  lines.  The  individual  members  of  this  enterprising  firm 
are  Messrs.  F.  H.  &  Oscar  Lougee,  of  Laconia,  N.  H.,  and  L.  N. 
Smythe,  of  St.  Johnsbury.  The  Messrs.  Longee  are  extensively  en- 
gaged in  the  same  line  of  business  at  Laconia,  while  Mr.  Smythe 
is  the  resident  partner  here,  and  brings  to  bear  a  wide  range  of  ex- 
perience in  catering  to  the  demands  of  the  fashionable  public. 

W.  C.  TT ARXEK,  Optician,  Dealer  in  Watches,  No.  63  East- 
ern Avenue. — Mr.  Warner  is  by  profession  an  optician,  one  of  the  best 
in  St.  Johnsbury,  while  his  store,  although  it  is  not  very  large,  is  the 
headquarters  for  the  fashionable  people  of  this  village.  Mr.  AVamer 
is  also  a  dealer  in  fine  watches,  clocks,  jewelry,  wedding,  en- 
gagement, seal,  diamond,  ruby,  emerald  and  cameo  rings,  precious 
stqnes,  bracelets,  ear-rings,  collar  buttons,  cuff  buttons  and  links, 
studs,  brooches,  breast  pins,  chains,  eye-glasses,  spectacles,  lorgn- 
ettes, telescopes,  opera  and  field  glasses,  all  kinds  of  optical  goods, 
sporting  goods,  and  base  balls,  clubs,  nets,  belts,  blou.ses,  masks,  etc., 
fishing  tackle,  hooks,  poles,  flies,  rods,  etc.  Mr.  Warner's  trade 
comes  from  the  first  families  of  this  place  and  vicinity.  He  has  an 
extensive  repairing  department  for  watches,  clocks  and  jewelry, 
while  he  also  deals  heavily  in  books,  stationery,  cutlery  and  all  kinds 
of  musical  merchandise,  stringed  instruments,  etc. 


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INDUSTKIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


THE  ST.  JOHNSBURY  HOUSE,  W.  L.  Krogman,  Pro- 
prietor, Main  Street,  Opposite  Post  OfBce.— St.  Johusbury  is  favored 
with  the  benefits  and  advantages  derived  from  the  possession  of  one 
of  the  best  hotels  in  the  state,  of  the  type  which  illustrates  the  art  of 
modem  hotel  keeping.  We  refer,  of  course,  to  the  St.  Johnsbury 
House,  which  has  such  an  enviable  reputation  with  all  who  have  par- 
taken of  its  generous  hospitality.  This  hotel  is  desirably  situated  on 
Main  Street,  near  the  head  of  Eastern  Avenue,  and  commands  a 
magnificent  view  of  the  village  and  all  the  surrounding  country. 
The  present  proprietor,  Mr.  W.  L.  Krogman,  of  Boston,  succeeded  to 
the  control  in  1883,  and  has  placed  in  charge  of  the  hotel  his  brother, 
Mr.  S.  B.  Krogman,  who  has  made  himself  and  the  hotel  pre-emi- 
nently popular  with  the  traveling  public.  Management  is  the  keynote 
of  success  in  the  record  of  any  hotel,  and  so  with  the  St.  Johnsbury 
House.  It  was,  therefore,  a  matter  of  appreciated  importance  when 
the  Messrs.  Krogman  became  identified  with  this  old  and  famous 
hostelry,  and  from  theirbook  of  experience  as  landlords  here  many 
a  hotel  man  in  our  larger  cities  might  well  take  a  leaf.  In  size, 
beauty  and  equipment,  this  hotel  ranks  with  any  in  Vermont.  It  is 
located  opposite  the  post  office,  in  the  midst  of  the  leading  business 
houses  of  the  place,  near  the  court  house,  telegraph  and  telephone 
exchanges,  the  atheneum,  the  academy  and  the  opera  house,  so  that 
its  guests  have  many  conveniences  and  facilities  in  this  way  that  are 
in  themselves  a  strong  attraction.  The  hotel  is  finely  built,  and 
attractive  in  appearance  inwardly  and  outwardly.  The  offices,  par- 
lors and  halls  are  spacious  and  roomy,  and  are  elegant  in  all  their 
arrangements  and  appointments.  First-class  accommodations  are 
provided  for  one  hundred  guests.  A  thorough  system  of  organiza- 
tion is  enforced  by  Mr.  Krogman,  who  is  no  ornamental  figure  head, 
but  a  host  in  himself,  who  personally  sees  after  the  comfort  of  all 
his  guests.  The  best  table  in  St.  Johnsbury — which  means  a  great 
deal — is  set  right  here  at  The  St.  Johnsbury  House.  Mr.  Krogman  is 
a  liberal  caterer.  He  believes  in  the  best  and  plenty  of  it,  and  the 
cuisine  of  the  house  leaves  nothing  to  be  desired.  A  first-class  livery 
is  connected  with  the  house,  and  guests  are  taken  to  and  from  the 
depot  free  of  charge.  Rates  are  very  moderate  for  such  elegant  ac- 
commodations, and  the  patronage  is  large  and  influential  at  all 
seasons.  Mr.  Krogman  has  hosts  of  friends  all  over  the  country, 
who  enjoy  meeting  him  across  the  office  counter,  and  their  steady 
patronage  is  his  best  recommendation  and  his  only  needed  endorse- 
ment. 

MOORX:  &  CO.,  Fire  Insurance,  No.  28  Eastern  Avenue.— 
Our  leading  insurance  companies  invariably  place  their  interests  in 
the  control  of  those  gentlemen  in  every  community  who  have 
secured  an  honorable  reputation  in  that  branch  of  business,  and  as 
an  instance  of  this  fact  in  St.  Johnsbury,  we  refer  our  readers  to  the 
facilities  offered  them  by  the  agency  of  Messrs.  Moore  &  Co.,  at  No. 
28  Eastern  Avenue.  This  firm  are  deservedly  prominent  and  popu- 
lar as  agents  for  both  fire,  life  and  accident  insurance,  and  from  the 
inception  of  their  business  they  have  commanded  the  confidence  of 
the  public  by  their  prompt  and  equitable  methods  of  adjustment, 
and  the  liberal,  yet  conservative  policy  which  has  ever  characterized 
their  transactions,  so  that  at  the  present  day  they  occupy  a  first- 
class  position  among  our  home  institutions.  As  fire  insurance 
agents  they  now  represent  the  following  well-known  and  powerful 
companies,  viz. :  the  Norwich  Union,  the  Lancashire,  the  Northern, 
the  Phoenix  and  the  Queen,  of  England;  the  Connecticut,  and  the 
National,  of  Hartford,  Conn. ;  the  New  England,  of  Rutland,  Vt. ;  the 
Granite  State,  of  Portsmouth,  N.  H. ;  and  the  Phenix,  of  Brooklyn, 
N.  Y.  Having  absolute  control  of  the  business  of  these  great  cor- 
porations in  this  village  and  vicinity,  Messrs.  Moore  &  Co.  are  pre- 
pared to  promptly  place  the  largest  risks,  distributing  the  same  in 
the  most  judicious  and  satisfactory  manner,  quoting  the  lowest 
rates  of  premium,  and  guaranteeing  a  speedy  and  liberal  adjustment 
of  all  losses.  They  control  the  insuring  of  large  lines  of  choice  busi- 
ness and  residential  property  in  this  section,  and  have  made  them- 
selves eminently  popular  with  all  classes  of  property  holders.  They 
are  in  a  position  to  conduct  all  operations  under  the  most  favorable 
auspices,  and  are  always  prepared  to  grant  policy-holders  every 
possible  advantage,  and  to  place  all  transactions  on  a  thoroughly 
substantial  and  satisfactory  basis.  They  also  represent  the  Mas- 
sachusetts Mutual  Life  Insurance  Co..  and  the  Travelers  Life  and 
Accident,    of    Hartforcl,  Ct.     They  also  do  a   large   business   in 


Lehigh  and  Lackawanna  anthracite  coal,  and  get  their  supplies  from 
the  standard  mines  of  these  popular  coal  regions  of  Pennsylvania. 
Mr.  George  P.  Moore,  the  active  member  of  the  firm,  is  a  prominent 
and  highly  esteemed  citizen,  a  justice  of  the  peace,  and  notary  pub- 
lic, and  an  expert  underwriter  and  adjuster,  in  whose  hands  the  in- 
terests of  the  property  holder  are  faithfully  watched  and  intelli- 
gently promoted.  He  served  in  the  late  war  from  the  beginning  to 
the  close,  enlisting  as  a  private  in  Company  B,  Bradford  Guards, 
and  closed  his  war  career  in  the  Eleventh  Vernjont  Regiment,  being 
honorably  discharged  at  the  close  of  the  conflict. 


OEORGE  W.  BONETT,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Dealer  in  All 
Kinds  of  Fresh  and  Salt  Meats,  Choice  Family  Groceries,  Canned 
Goods,  Cigars,  Tobacco,  Etc.,  Produce  Exchange,  No.  40  Railroad 
Street.— Cleanliness,  careful  attention  to  securing  and  handling  only 
the  best  qualities  of  commodities  dealt  in,  and  tasteful  arrangement 
of  a  stock  of  goods,  are  the  prime  necessities  prefacing  a  man's 
business  prosperity.  These  attractive  features  win  a  good  class  of 
customers  and  it  is  the  prime  quality  of  the  meats  handled,  together 
with  the  order  and  neatness  noticeable  in  Mr.  George  W.  Bonett's 
store,  at  No.  40  Railroad  Street,  that  has  enticed  such  a  large  and  in- 
fluential class  of  customers  to  trade  with  him,  since  he  established 
his  store  in  1888.  He  has  a  complete  stock  of  choice  family  groceries, 
canned  goods,  cigars,  produce  and  tobacco  in  the  front  part  of  his 
store,  while  in  the  rear  he  conducts  a  first-class  meat  room,  where 
he  keeps  tender  and  delicious  beef,  mutton,  lamb,  pork,  poultry 
and  game,  it  being  Mr.  Bonetfs  aim  to  always  have  a  supply 
of  fresh  meats,  lard,  sausages,  tripe,  pigs'  feet,  spare  ribs,  roasts, 
broils,  etc..  on  hand.  No  one  is  a  better  judge  of  meat  than  Mr.  Bon- 
ett  either  in  the  carcass,  or  the  hoof,  and  he  selects  nothing  but  what 
is  the  choicest  in  quality  to  serve  to  his  many  patrons,  who  always 
rely  on  him  for  the  best  in  town.  In  his  grocery  department  he  car- 
ries flour,  cereals  of  all  kinds,  butter,  eggs,  cheese,  the  finest  flavored 
tea,  coffee,  chocolate,  cocoa,  pure  spices,  canned  goods  of  the  finest 
brands,  jellies,  syrup,  sauces,  all  kinds  of  delicacies  in  table  supplies, 
vegetables,  fruits,  confectionery,  cigars  and  tobacco.  He  takes 
country  produce  in  exchange  for  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  and  en- 
joys a  wide  and  remunerative  trade.  Mr.  Bonett  is  a  native  of  this 
village.  He  is  in  the  prime  of  life,  and  by  personal  supervision  and 
strict,  honorable  business  methods  has  reached  a  stage  of  notable 
importance  in  trade  circles. 


li.  D.  HAZEN,  Manufacturer  of  Spruce,  Hemlock  and  Hard 
Wood  Lumber  of  All  Kinds,  Office  at  St.  Johnsbury. — The  leading 
representative  of  the  wholesale  lumber  trade  in  St.  Johnsburj^  is  Mr. 
L.  D.  Hazen,  whose  long  and  honorable  business  career  has  been  one 
of  deserved  success.  He  is  widely  prominent  as  a  manufacturer  of 
spruce,  hemlock  and  hard  wood  lumber  of  all  kinds,  operating  steam 
mills  at  Miles  Pond.  "Victory  and  Richford  in  this  state,  with  main 
office  at  St.  Johnsbury,  opposite  the  depot.  He  established  the  busi- 
ness in  1870,  and  is  emphatically  a  leader  in  the  trade  in  northeast- 
ern Vermont,  while  his  connections  are  as  widespread  as  his  facili- 
ties are  perfect.  He  handles  some  twenty  million  feet  of  hard  and 
soft  lumber  per  year,  in  car  lots  only,  and  has  a  large  and  influential 
trade  throughout  all  the  New  England  states.  The  soundest  judg- 
ment of  expert  lumbermen  is  employed  to  select  his  stock  in  the  log 
and  board,  and  he  is  always  prepared  to  fill  the  largest  orders— by 
the  million  feet  if  necessary — for  the  choicest  clear  stuff,  sound  and 
seasoned,  and  the  patronage  is  drawn  largely  from  leading  dealers 
and  consumers  of  high  grade  lumber  and  timber.  The  exigencies  of 
the  business  require  the  services  of  six  hundred  men  in  the  winter 
season,  and  three  hundred  on  the  average  the  year  around.  As  the 
strongest,  ablest  and  most  experienced  concern  in  the  business,  this 
house  is  in  a  position  to  offer  inducements,  as  regards  both  relia- 
bility of  supplies  and  liberality  of  terms  and  prices,  which  challenge 
comparison,  and  preclude  successful  competition.  Mr.  Hazen  is  a 
valued  citizen  of  St.  Johnsbury,  and  a  prominent,  public-spirited 
business  man.  He  was  born  in  Hartford.  Vt.,  in  18.34.  and  has  re- 
sided here  since  187.5.  He  represented  the  town  of  Barnet  in  the 
state  legislature  of  1870.  and  was  the  member  from  St.  Johnsbury  in 
1888;  is  vice-president  of  the  Merchants'  National  Bank,  and  honored 
and  esteemed  in  both  financial,  political  and  business  circles. 


ST.     JOHNSBURY,    VERMONT. 


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J.  S.  ITIEIGS,  Custom  Tailor,  Music  Hall  Block.— The  marked 
improvements  effected  in  the  manufacture  of  male  attire  during 
recent  years  is  especially  noticeable,  as  the  garments  made  to  order 
in  a  first-class  tailoring  establishment  in  these  days  of  tasteful  attire 
are  not  only  cut  and  designed  with  something  like  mathematical 
accuracy,  but  are  likewise  in  workmanship,  finish  and  material  of  a 
character  utterly  unknown  a  quarter  of  a  century  ago.  An  old  es- 
tablished, popular,  and  admirably  conducted  house  that  for  many 
years  has  been  noted  for  its  superior  productions  in  this  line  in  St. 
Johnsbury  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  S.  Meigs,  eligibly  located  in  the  Music  Hall 
Block.  This  popular  emporium  of  fashion  in  male  garments  was 
founded  originally  in  1874  by  Mr.  F.  G.  Stevens,  and  was  conducted 
by  him  with  eminent  success  and  ability  until  August,  1890,  when  it 
passed  into  the  control  of  the  present  proprietor,  who  is  a  native  of 
Chicago  and  a  resident  here  from  1873  to  1876,  while  preparing  for 
college.  He  graduated  at  Princeton  in  1880.  He  still  retains  Mr. 
Stevens  as  his  practical  manager,  cutter,  etc.,  whose  ability  as 
such  is  unsurpassed  in  this  section  of  New  England.  The  prem- 
ises utilized  are  spacious  and  commodious  and  comprise  a  very 
handsomely  appointed  salesroom  with  workshop  attached,  and  em- 
ployment is  given  to  none  but  most  thoroughly  skilled  and  experi- 
enced hands.  In  the  salesroom  will  be  found  a  full  and  complete 
assortment  of  the  very  best  productions  of  English,  French,  German, 
and  American  looms,  comprising  broadcloths,  beavers,  cassimeres. 
Meltons,  cheviots,  tweeds,  woolens,  worsteds,  etc.,  for  overcoatings, 
suitings,  trouserings,  vestings,  etc.,  in  all  the  very  latest  and  most 
fashionable  patterns  and  styles,  and  from  which  patrons  cannot  fail 
to  make  a  selection.  These  goods  are  made  up  to  order  promptly  in 
the  very  latest  and  most  desirable  styles,  unsurpassed  and  faultless 
in  fit,  finish,  style  and  workmanship,  the  measuring,  cutting  and  fit- 
ting being  done  by  Mr.  Stevens;  and  the  operations  of  the  workmen 
Are  also  conducted  under  his  own  personal  supervision,  while  prices 
are  exceedingly  reasonable  when  the  high  character  of  the  produc- 
tions is  taken  into  consideration.  Mr.  Meigs  is  an  enterprising,  cour- 
teous and  pleasant  gentleman  in  social  and  business  life,  reliable  and 
honorable  in  all  his  dealings,  and  his  manager,  Mr.  Stevens,  will  be 
•always  found  indefatigable  in  his  efforts  to  please  all  who  may  favor 
the  house  with  their  patronage 

A.  Li.  BAIIjKir,  Pianos  and  Organs,  Music  Rooms,  Eastern 
Avenue  and  Burlington. — The  reputation  enjoyed  by  St.  Johnsbury  as 
a  musical  center  tells  of  a  people  who,  in  pursuit  of  music  in  its 
higher  forms,  have  been  liberal  to  the  extreme  in  their  subscriptions 
to  every  legitimate  undertaking  looking  to  the  advancement  of  that 
noble  profession.  As  the  representative  dealer  in  musical  instru- 
ments in  this  section.  Mr.  A.  L.  Bailey,  proprietor  of  "  Bailey's 
Music  Rooms "  on  Kastern  Avenue,  has  done  m'uch  to  foster  and 
promote  a  love  for  the  charming  and  indispensable  accomplishment 
■of  music.  An  experience  of  over  twenty  years  in  the  business  has 
enabled  Mr.  Bailey  to  bring  exceptional  knowledge  to  his  calling, 
-and  the  public,  who  for  so  long  have- been  the  recipients  of  his  enter- 
prise and  sound  judgment  in  catering  to  their  wants,  repose  the 
utmost  confidence  in  his  representations  and  advice.  His  music 
store  here  was  opened  in  1870,  by  Messrs.  Shorey  &  Bailey,  and  on 
the  death  of  Mr.  Shorey  in  1873,  Mr.  Bailey  succeeded  to  the  sole  con- 
trol. His  spacious  salesrooms  are  stocked  to  repletion  with  a  splen- 
did line  of  pianos  and  organs,  including  the  best  makes,  and  ranging 
in  value  from  the  plain  but  substantial  instrument  to  the  most  elab- 
-orate  and  costly  imade.  Mr.  Bailey  has  the  exclusive  agency  for 
over  twenty  different  piano  and  organ  manufacturers,  and  is  there- 
fore in  a  position  to  challenge  comparison  as  to  quality  and  defy 
competition  as  to  price.  It  is  highly  important  in  the  purchase  of 
such  ai-ticles  that  the  character  of  the  dealer  for  fair  and  honest 
representation  shall  be  above  suspicion.  Mr.  Bailey  bears  an  envia- 
ble name  in  musical  and  business  circles  all  over  the  state,  and  his 
dealings  among  all  classes  are  now  accepted  without  discussion  or 
-doubt.  Prospective  buyers  will  find  at  his  warerooms  all  the  most 
desirable  and  popular  makes  of  pianos  and  organs  from  which  to 
choose,  while  they  have  also  the  assistance  of  trustworthy  and 
reliable  musicians.  Expert  tuners  are  employed,  instruments  are 
sold  on  easy  payments,  and  wants  and  tastes  of  all  are  met  with 
promptness,  courtesy  and  conscientious  care.  A  branch  house  is 
operated  at  Burlington,  and  the  business  is  broadly  distributed  over 
Vermont,  New  Hampshire  and  northern  New  York,  requiring  the 
■constant  services  of  sixteen  more  traveling  salesmen.    The  position 


which  Mr.  Bailey  has  won  in  the  musical  and  business  world,  places 
him  far  beyond  the  requirements  of  any  praise  which  these  pages 
could  bestow,  and  it  is  suflBcient  for  our  purpose  to  point  out  thus 
briefly  the  advantages  gained  by  dealing  with  so  popular  a  house. 

AVEIXUE  HOVSIi:,  Near  the  Depot,  B.  G.  Howe,  Proprietor. 
—The  Avenue  House  at  St.  Johnsbury  fills  a  niche  in  the  esteem  and 
popularity  of  this  community  and  of  the  traveling  public  peculiarly 
its  own.  The  substantial  appearance  of  the  house  impres.ses  the 
stranger  at  the  first  glance  as  being  a  first-class  house  in  all  respects, 
while  its  wide-open  door  reveals  a  cordial  welcome  and  all  the  taste- 
ful comforts  of  a  home.  The  present  site  of  the  house  has  been  used 
for  hotel  purposes  for  many  years,  the  original  house  being  known 
as  the  Passuinpsic  Hotel,  which  was  rebuilt  in  1869  and  given  its 
present  name.  In  1875  the  present  proprietor,  Mr.  B.  G.  Howe,  suc- 
ceeded to  the  control,  and  has  since  added  materially  to  its  capacity 
and  accommodations.  The  building  now  contains  four  stories  and  a 
basement,  measuring  190  feet  front  on  Railroad  Street  and  133  feet 
on  Eastern  Avenue,  and  has  first-class  accommodations  for  one  hun- 
dred and  fifty  guests.  It  is  the  most  eligibly  located  of  any  public 
house  in  town,  being  within  one  square  of  the  depot,  at  the  junction 
of  two  of  the  leading  thoroughfares  in  the  village,  directly  central  to 
the  business  heart  of  the  town,  and  convenient  alike  to  the  perma- 
nent patron,  the  commercial  tourist  and  the  transient  guest.  No 
luxury  afforded  in  situation,  surrundings,  modern  conveniences  and 
expert  management  in  any  hotel  in  the  state  is  lacking  at  the 
Avenue.  It  is  heated  by  steam,  lighted  by  gas  and  electricity,  and  a 
good  livery  and  sample  rooms  are  connected,  while  there  is  a  barber 
shop  in  the  building  and  an  oyster  saloon  in  the  basement.  Alto- 
gether no  expense  has  been  spared  in  any  particular,  and  this, 
coupled  with  the  experiences  and  practical  knowledge  displayed  in 
the  general  arrangements,  has  resulted  in  as  near  perfection  in  all 
details  as  can  be  desired.  The  cuisine  is  worthy  of  special  commend- 
dation,  being  under  the  most  experienced  management  and  kept  up 
to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence,  and  everything  of  the  best 
that  the  market  can  furnish  is  to  be  found  in  the  menu.  Prices  are 
made  invariably  satisfactory  to  guests,  and  a  stay  under  the  hospita- 
ble roof  of  the  Avenue  House  is  always  remembered  as  a  pleasant 
experience.  Mr.  Howe  is  a  hotel  man  of  thirty  years  experience, 
and  knows  its  every  need  and  requirement.  He  was  born  in  Salem, 
N.  H.,  and  for  fifteen  years  previous  to  his  coming  here  was  in  a 
hotel  at  Andover,  N.  H. .  He  is  still  in  the  early  prime  of  life,  an 
indefatigable  worker  who  personally  sees  after  the  comfort  of  all  his 
guests,  and  is  fortunate  in  his  clerk,  Mr.  Hiram  Goss;  while  he  has 
made  the  Avenue  House  noted  from  Boston  to  Montreal,  and  from 
Portland  on  the  east  to  Ogdensburg  on  the  west.  Its  patronage  be- 
speaks its  popularity  and  assures  its  permanent  success. 

GRISTTOLD,  PEARIi  &  €0.,  Opposite  Passenger  Depot, 
Wholesale  Dealers  in  Flour,  Grain,  Feed,  Kerosene  and  Lubricating 
Oil.— The  facilities  enjoyed  by  St.  Johnsbury  as  a  distributing  market 
for  flour,  grain  and  feed  have  been  such  as  to  greatly  promote  the 
prosecution  of  the  business  of  handling  these  staple  products.  The 
enterprise  of  Messrs.  Griswold,  Pearl  &  Co.  in  this  direction  is  es- 
pecially noteworthy  and  has  given  them  a  wide  reputation,  and  a 
large  and  increasing  trade.  This  firm  are  extensive  wholesale  deal- 
ers in  flour,  grain,  feed,  kerosene  and  lubricating  oil.  The  business 
was  founded  in  1887,  and  its  history  from  its  inception  has  been  that 
of  continued  success.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  three  floors 
and  a  basement,  100  x  50  feet  in  dimensions,  finely  located  opposite 
the  depot  and  their  trade  extends  from  Sherbrooke  to  White  River 
Junction,  from  Swanton  to  the  White  Mountains,  from  Groveton 
Junction  to  Concord,  N.  H.,  and  from  St.  Johnsbury  to  Montreal. 
They  are  in  daily  receipt  of  shipments  from  the  best  flouring  mills 
of  the  west  and  from  the  best  producing  districts  of  the  country,  buy 
all  their  goods  direct  from  flrst  hands  and  producers,  and  are  enabled 
to  furnish  the  trade  with  the  best  goods  in  the  market  at  the  lowest 
possible  prices.  They  enjoy  a  large  and  permanent  patronage  and 
have  the  most  extensive  concern  of  its  line  in  town.  Mr.  E.  F.  Gris- 
wold, the  senior  member  of  the  firm,  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire, 
and  sustains  an  excellent  reputation  in  the  community.  Mr.  W.  L. 
Pearl  is  a  native  of  Sheffield,  Vt.,  and  Mr.  Mackinnon.  of  Ireland,  but 
has  been  a  resident  of  St.  Johnsbury  twenty-seven  years.  The  mem- 
bers of  the  firm  are  all  long  residents  of  the  town  and  closely  identi- 
tified  with  the  commercial  advancement  of  this  community. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


H.  J.  GOODRICH  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Tin,  Sheet 
Iron,  and  Copper  Ware,  also  Dealers  in  Stoves,  Ranges,  Furnaces 
and  Heaters  of  All  Kinds.  Practical  Plumbing  a  Specialty,  No.  89 
Railroad  Street.— Commercial  enterprises  of  modern  times  embrace 
many  features  of  practical  utility,  but  none  which  deserve  higher 
consideration  or  merit  than  those  which  relate  to  the  home,  its  com- 
forts aud  conveniences.    Among  such  may  be  mentioned  the  house  of 


Messrs.  H.  J.  Goodrich  &  Co. ,  whose  well-known  and  popular  estab- 
lishment is  located  at  No.  89  Railroad  Street,  where  a  large  stock  of 
stoves,  ranges,  furnaces  and  heaters  are  constantly-  kept  for  sale. 
The  firm  manufacture  tin.  sheet  iron,  and  copper  ware  aud  make  a 
specialty  of  practical  plumbing.  In  stoves,  ranges  and  furnaces 
their  stock  embraces  all  the  latest  and  most  improved  styles.  In  tin, 
sheet-iron  and  copper  work  this  house  occupies  an  unquestionable 
position  at  the  head  of  the  trade  from  which  they  are  abundantly 
able  to  make  good  their  claim  for  accomplishing  the  be.st  and  most 
thorough  work  to  be  found  in  any  locality.  The  premises  occupied 
for  trade  purposes  consist  of  two  floors,  20  x  72  feet  in  dimensions, 
with  a  large  workshop  in  the  rear.  These  are  filled  with  goods  per- 
taining to  the  foregoing  lines,  and  as  the  firm  have  made  a  practice 
of  purchasing  all  goods  direct  from  the  manufacturers  for  cash,  they 
necessarily  obtain  the  lowest  prices,  and  are  consequently  enabled 
to  sell  at  prices  which  preclude  competition.  Six  employees  find  oc- 
cupation here  in  manufacturing  and  carrying  on  the  special  features 
which  have  redoimded  so  largely  to  its  success.  They  are  agents  for 
the  Spence  Hot  Water  Heaters,  manufactured  by  the  National  Hot 
VVater  Heater  Company,  of  Boston  and  Chicago,  which  is  acknowl 
edged  by  steam  fitters  and  othei-s  interested  in  house  heating,  to  be 
the  cheapest  and  best  heater  now  in  use,  combining  as  it  does  with 
simplicity  and  durability  the  maximum  of  heating  capacity  with  the 
greatest  economy  of  fuel.  The  members  of  the  firm  are  Mr.  H.  J. 
Goodrich,  who  is  a  native  of  Montpelier  and  a  practical  tinsmith;  Mr. 
A.  Moulton,  a  native  of  Plainfleld,  Vt.,  and  a  machinist  and  engineer. 
Both  gentlemen  are  full  of  energy  and  enterprise,  courteous  to  pa- 
trons, and  are  men  with  whom  it  is  pleasant  and  profitable  to  establish 
business  relations. 

E:.  C.  brooks,  Merchant  Tailor,  No.  64  Railroad  Street.— Few 
establishments  in  mercantile  life  occupy  more  general  attention  in 
these  days  of  tasteful  attire  than  that  devoted  to  the  sale  and  manu- 
facture of  male  garments,  for  at  no  period  during  its  entire  history 
has  the  tailors'  art  been  so  highly  appreciated  or  so  well  understood 
as  at  the  present  day.  The  most  popular,  leading  and  prosperous 
house  devoted  to  this  important  branch  of  industry  in  St.  Johnsbury, 
justly  deserving  the  widespread  and  enviable  reputation  it  enjoys 
for  A  1  productions  and  honorable,  straightforward  business  meth- 
ods is  that  of  Mr.  E.  C.  Brooks,  merchant   tailor,  whose  ably  con- 


ducted establishment  is  desirably  located  at  No.  64  Railroad  Street.. 
Mr.  Brooks  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire  and  has  been  a  resident 
here  for  some  years.  Having  acquired  a  thorough  knowledge  of  this, 
business  by  continuous  service  aud  practical  experience  since  1873, 
he  established  this  enterprise  on  his  own  responsibility  in  1886, 
which  at  once  secured  an  enduring  hold  on  public  favor  that  soon, 
developed  into  a  very  large  and  influential  trade  derived  from 
among  our  most  refined  and  intelligent  people,  and  owing  to  its  con- 
tinual incj-ease  in  volume  he  was  compelled  to  seek  more  commodi- 
ous quarters,  and  in  January,  1890,  he  removed  to  his  present  loca- 
tion. The  premises  utilized  are  of  ample  dimensions,  neatly  and  at- 
tractively appointed  and  fitted  up  with  every  convenience  for  the- 
advantageous  display  of  his  large  and  valuable  assortment  of  goods, 
and  their  inspection  by  patrons,  while  his  workshop  is  in  the  rear- 
where  employment  is  furnished  to  a  force  of  fourteen  thoroughly 
skilled  and  experienced  hands,  whose  operations  are  conducted, 
under  his  immediate,  personal  supervision.  His  stock  embraces  a, 
full  and  most  carefully  selected  line  of  French,  German,  English  and 
domestic  broadcloths,  beavers,  cassimeres,  meltons,  cheviots,  tweeds,, 
woolens,  worsteds,  etc.,  in  all  the  very  latest  and  most  fashionable 
patterns  and  seasonable  for  overcoatings,  suitings,  trouserings  and 
vestings  from  which  patrons  cannot  fail  to  make  a  selection.  These 
goods  are  made  up  to  order  by  measure  at  the  shortest  notice  in  the 
very  latest  fashionable  styles,  the  proprietor  giving  his  personal  at- 
tention to  the  mea.suring,  cutting  and  fitting,  and  satisfaction  is  guar- 
anteed as  to  fit.  finish,  elegance  and  workmanship,  while  his  prices, 
are  very  reasonable.  His  trade  is  not  confined  to  St.  Johnsbury  but, 
extends  throughout  this  state,  New  Hampshire  and  other  sections  of 
the  country,  and  is  constantly  increasing.  Mr.  Brooks  is  a  pleasant, 
courteous  and  enterprising  gentleman,  devoted  to  his  business  and. 
enjoys  the  fullest  confidence  of  all  with  whom  he  has  any  social  or- 
business  relations. 

C.  E.  DICKERMAN'S  Photographic  Studio.— In  this  town 
about  the  oldest  established  photograph  gallery  is  that  of  whichi 
Mr.  C.  E.  Dickerman  is  the  present  experienced  and  accomplished 
proprietor.  He  is  not  only  a  practical  man  and  master  of  his  art, 
but  is  provided  with  every  modern  appliance  that  may  be  used  to- 
advantage  in  the  production  of  fine  portrait  work,  in  which  branch 
of  his  profession  he  is  unexcelled.  The  studio  occupied  is  finely 
appointed,  the  reception  room  is  handsomely  furnished,  and  the- 
operating  and  finishing  rooms  are  perfectly  equipped  with  ever^'- 
thing  requisite  for  the  production  of  the  very  highest  class  of  work. 
The  fine  portrait  work  in  cabinets,  panels,  etc.,  and  the  beauty  and 
artistic  finish  in  oil,  crayon,  pastels,  water  colors,  ink.  and  landscape- 
work  are  perfect  in  every  respect,  while  the  finest  display  of  views. 
to  be  found  in  this  town  are  on  exhibition  here.  The  most  satisfac- 
tory results  are  always  reached  in  portraiture,  and  all  branches  of" 
the  photographic  art,  all  the  processes  of  production  being  directed 
with  experience,  excellent  judgment  and  marked  good  taste.  This, 
establishment  was  originally  founded  twenty  years  ago  by  3Ir. 
Clifford,  who  was  succeeded  in  1S87  by  the  present  proprietor.  Mr. 
Dickerman  is  a  native  of  Massachusetts,  a  man  of  able  management, 
and  practical  experience,  who  offers  advantages  to  his  large  circle  of' 
patrons,  that  must  certainly  inure  to  their  benefit. 

MRS.  M.  B.  DKAN,  Dry  Goods,  Fancy  Goods  and  Human. 
Hair,  No.  80  Eastern  Avenue.— Among  the  most  prominent  ladies  in- 
business  'in  St.  Johnsbury  is  Mrs.  M.  B.  Dean  of  No.  80  Eastern 
Avenue.  She  has  one  of  the  most  beautifully  arranged  and  attract- 
ive stores  in  town,  where  she  deals  in  dry  and  fancy  goods  and 
human  hair,  the  only  store  in  eastern  Vermont  devoted  to  the  human, 
hair  trade.  She  makes  this  work  a  specialty,  being  a  practical, 
worker  in  human  hair  from  which  .she  makes  switches,  bangs,  wigs, 
curls,  front  pieces,  etc.  Mrs.  Dean  carries  a  complete  line  of  cal- 
icos, cloths,  ladies'  underwear,  hose,  ribbons,  fancy  goods,  lac^s, 
gloves,  collars,  cuffs,  notions,  toilet  articles,  embroidery,  cushions, 
tidies,  work  baskets,  pins,  needles,  ornaments,  jewelry,  crewels, 
yarns,  silk  twist,  and  in  fact  everything  that  is  necessary  to  stock  a. 
flrst-class  store.  Her  place  is  only  20  x  40  feet,  but  it  is  finely  stocked 
and  with  the  best  goods  in  the  market,  well  displayed.  Mrs.  Dean 
established  her  business  in  1873.  She  is  one  of  the  brightest  business 
women  in  St.  Johnsbury  and  noted  as  being  most  honorable  and  up- 
right. 


ST.    JOHNSBURY,     VERMONT. 


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MIIiliER  &  BY  AN,  Manufacturers  of  Carriages  and  Sleighs, 
and  Dealers  in  Carriage  Stock  and  Patent  Buggy  Tops,  Corner  Rail- 
road and  Portland  Streets.— To  the  United  States  belongs  tlie  honor 
of  introducing  nearly  all  the  improvements  that  have  latterly  been 
made  in  the  carriage  and  wagon  building  of  the  world.  The  perfec- 
tion of  the  art  is  the  combination  of  the  greatest  possible  strength 
and  elegant  finish  with  the  least  possible  weight  and  ease  of  draft. 
Among  those  houses  that  are  in  the  van  of  progression  in  St.  Johns- 
bury  in  the  manufacture  of  first-class  carriages,  etc.,  is  the  old  estab- 
ished  and  representative  firm  of  Messrs.  Miller  &  Ryan,  whose  fac- 
tory and  salesroom  are  located  at  the  corner  of  Railroad  and  Port- 
land Streets.  This  widely  known  and  reliable  house  was  established 
in  1840  by  Mr.  John  D.  Miller,  and  in  1880  Mr.  J.  H.  Ryan  was  admit- 
ted to  partnership  and  the  present  firm  name  was  adopted.  The 
premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious,  three-story  factory,  35  x  100 
feet  in  dimensions,  with  an  ell  60  x  35  feet  in  dimensions,  and  a  store- 
house measuring  45  x  75  feet,  and  a  storage  house  besides,  90  x  40  and 
three  stories  high.  The  factory  is  equipped  with  all  the  latest  im- 
proved tools,  machinery,  and  appliances  known  to  the  trade.  The 
carriages,  wagons,  buggies,  and  sleighs  manufactured  by  this  firm 
are  unsurpassed  for  strength,  lightness  and  elegance,  and  are  the  em- 
bodiments of  mechanical  workmanship  of  the  highest  order  of  per- 
fection. Wherever  introduced  these  buggies  and  carriages  are  gen- 
eral favorites,  and  are  without  exception  the  best  in  the  market.  A 
visit  to  the  factory  will  at  once  satisfy  purchasers  and  their  friends, 
that  the  productions  of  this  house  are  without  rival  and  justly  merit 
the  commendations  bestowed  upon  them  by  the  trade  and  public. 
They  manufacture  about  250  buggies  per  year  and  deal  largely  in 
carriage  stock  and  patent  buggy  tops.  The  trade  is  large  and 
yearly  increasing  and  their  goods  are  sent  to  all  parts  of  the  United 
States.  They  do  not  endeavor  to  compete  with  that  class  of  work 
that  necessitates  the  most  miserly  cutting  down  in  the  quality  of 
both  material  and  labor,  to  see  how  cheap,  wood,  iron  and  putty  can 
be  thrown  into  the  shape  of  a  buggy,  nor  pretend  to  sell  at  less  price 
than  the  material  in  a  good  job  would  cost.  They  are  laying  the 
foundation  for  a  permanent  trade,  and  know  that  to  gain  the  class 
of  custom  necessary  to  maintain  a  permanent  business  there  are 
other  considerations  beside  cheapness.  To  make  this  class  of  work 
requires  the  very  best  material,  great  care  in  workmanship,  advanc- 
ing good  taste  in  style  and  finish,  and  they  have  justly  earned  a  rep- 
utation on  these  most  essential  points  that  stands  above  all  compe- 
tition. Their  facilities  are  now  better  than  ever  before,  and  we  can 
confidently  say  that  should  you  be  pleased  to  favor  them  with  your 
patronage  you  will  not  be  disappointed.  Mr.  J.  D.  Miller  is  a  native 
of  Dummerston,  Vt..  and  has  had  over  fifty  years  experience  in  the 
business.  .Mr.  J.  H.  Ryan  is  a  native  of  Northfleld,  Vt.  and  is.'an  ener- 
getic, practical  man.  Both  gentlemen  are- highly  esteemed  in  the 
community  for  their  strict  integrity. 


C  H.  0.\GIiEY,  Leading  Dealer  in  Fine  Boots  and  Shoes, 
Nos.  66  and  68  Railroad  Street.— One  of  the  largest  and  leading  houses 
engaged  in  the  boot  and  shoe  trade  in  this  town,  and  deserving  of 
special  mention  is  that  of  Mr.  C.  H.  Bagley,  which  holds  a  represent- 
ative position  among  our  best  business  concerns,  in  consequence  of 
the  superior  character  of  its  products  and  reliability.  This  house 
was  originally  established  in  1886  under  the  name  of  Pryor  &  Bagley, 
but  three  years  after  the  partnership  was  dissolved  and  Mr.  Bagley 
assumed  entire  control.  The  premises  occupied  are  spacious  and 
commodious,  covering  an  area  of  40  x  40  feet,  which  are  handsomely 
furnished  and  appointed  for  the  handling  of  stock  and  the  con- 
venience of  customers.  Here  will  be  found  at  all  times  a  full  and 
complete  assortment  of  fine  and  medium  grades  of  boots,  shoes, 
rubbers,  gaiters  and  slippers  for  men,  youths  and  boys,  also  every- 
thing that  is  new  and  fashionable  from  the  strongest  walking  boot 
or  school  shoe  to  the  most  delicately  made  kid  or  satin  slipper  for 
ladies,  misses  and  children.  A  specialty  is  made  of  the  W.  L.  Doug- 
las three  dollar  shoes  and  other  celebrated  manufactures.  All  of 
these  goods  are  made  from  the  very  best  quality  of  materials,  while 
they  are  stylish  and  perfectly  comfortable  in  fit,  and  the  workman- 
ship is  of  the  highest  excellence.  Repairing  also  receives  prompt 
attention,  and  a  large  and  influential  trade  has  been  secured  through- 
out this  town  and  suburban  districts.  Mr.  Bagley  is  a  native  of  St. 
Johnsbury,  a  most  popular  and  successful  business  merchant,  who 


was  formerly  employed  on  the  railroad  for  twenty-five  years  before 
embarking  in  this  enterprise. 

T.  C.  SPENCER,  Watches,  Jewelry,  Silverware,  No.  49  Rail, 
road  Street. — Foremost  among  the  mercantile  establishments  of  St . 
Johnsbury  is  the  well-known,  popular  house  of  Mr.  T.  C.  Spen- 
cer. It  was  established  in  1870,  but  the  present  proprietor  succeeded 
to  the  control  in  1877.  The  store  is  25  x  75  feet  in  dimensions,  hand- 
somely and  conveniently  furnished,  having  very  heavy  safes,  wall 
cabinets  and  plate  glass  show-cases.  The  stock,  which  is  very  com- 
plete, embraces  every  description  of  jewelry,  watches,  clocks, 
bronzes,  diamonds,  and  precious  stones,  solid  sterling  silver  and 
plated  ware,  charms,  and  art  goods  generally.  The  assortments  are 
full  and  wonderfully  varied,  exhibiting  the  most  pleasing  range  in 
degree  and  finish  and  comprehending  the  choicest  creations  of  home 
and  European  skill.  In  securing  the  stock,  the  proprietor,  or  a  reli- 
able representative,  visits  all  the  leading  sources  of  manufacture,  in- 
spects the  novelties,  and  leaves  particular  instructions  for  the  ship- 
ment to  the  concern  of  everything  late  and  elegant  as  soon  as  it 
leaves  the  hands  of  the  artist.  A  large  and  influential  patronage  has 
been  built  up,  and  great  numbers  of  the  best  classes  of  society  make 
this  their  exclusive  source  of  supply.  All  kinds  of  repairing  is 
neatly  and  promptly  done  at  reasonable  prices.  Mr.  T.  C.  Spencer  is  a 
native  of  St.  Johnsbury,  a  practical  jeweler  and  highly  respected 
in  the  community  for  his  honorable  business  methods. 

BOYNTON  &  CAIiDEBTVOOD,  Druggists  and  Apotheca- 
ries, Dealers  in  Paints,  Oils,  Etc.,  No.  83  Railroad  Street.— Prominent 
among  the  best  known  and  most  popular  drug  stores  in  St.  Johns- 
bury is  that  conducted  by  Messrs.  Boynton  &  Calderwood  at  No.  83 
Railroad  Street,  an  establishment  which,  although  founded  as  late  as 
1887  has  already  built  up  a  large  and  rapidly  increasing  business  and 
placed  itself  in  the  full  confidence  of  the  public.  The  store  and  base- 
ment occupied  by  this  firm  are  30  x  60  feet  in  dimensions,  and  at- 
tractive and  convenient  in  all  their  appointments.  A  large  and  com- 
prehensive stock  is  carried  of  drugs,  medicines,  chemicals,  etc.,  toilet 
and  fancy  goods,  wall  papers,  candy,  cigars  and  druggists'  sundries 
of  every  description,  the  assortment  being  one  of  the  most  carefully 
selected  to  be  found  anywhere.  A  fine  soda  fountain  is  one  of  the 
attractions  of  this  popular  establishment,  and  they  make  a  specialty 
of  compounding  physicians'  prescriptions,  and  as  all  details  of  the 
business  are  under  the  personal  supervision  of  the  proprietors,  the 
utmost  accuracy  is  invariably  assured.  A  competent  force  of  clerks 
and  salesmen  give  prompt  attention  to  those  general  duties  that 
make  communications  with  the  house  both  pleasant  and  profitable. 
Mr.  C.  F.  Boynton  and  H.  S.  Calderwood,  M.  D.,  are  both  natives  of 
St.  Johnsbury.  Mr.  Boynton  is  a  member  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F.  and  Dr. 
Calderwood  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  The  latter  gentleman  is  now  a  prac- 
ticing physician  of  excellent  reputation  and  eminently  popular  with 
all  patrons. 


MBS.  HEIiEN  F.  CABPENTER,  Art  Embroidery  Ma- 
terial, Stamping  a  Specialty,  No.  87  Eastern  Avenue.— Decorative  art 
has  entered  into  the  American  household  to  such  an  extent  that  it  is 
now  rightly  considered  a  part  of  the  housewife's  education.  Cer- 
tainly no  lady  can  call  herself  accomplished,  until  she  has  first  com- 
pletely mastered  the  principles  of  decorative  art.  These  include  art 
embroidery,  in  which  material  Mrs.  Helen  F.  Carpenter  is  a  dealer  at 
No.  87  Eastern  Avenue,  in  St.  Johnsbury.  She  also  makes  stamping 
a  specialty.  Her  store  is  one  of  the  handsomest  and  most  exquisitely 
arranged  in  Vermont.  Her  show  windows,  cases,  shelves  and  coun- 
ters evince  the  most  artistic  and  elegant  taste,  the  various  appoint- 
ments making  Mrs.  Carpenter's  store  a  veritable  boudoir  of  art. 
She  employs  a  competent  force  of  skillful  persons  in  her  work  and 
has  on  sale  highly  attractive  samples  of  fancy  goods,  art  embroidery, 
stamped  articles,  etc.,  such  as  are  purchased  by  the  first  families, 
while  her  goods  and  prices  are  adapted  to  people  of  limited  means 
as  well.  Hers  is  one  of  the  leading  places  of  the  kind  in  the  city, 
while  her  goods,  fancy  articles,  ladies  ornaments,  laces,  gloves,  etc., 
are  of  the  very  finest  and  most  expensive  quality.  Mrs.  Cai-penter 
finds  that  the  best  goods  at  the  best  prices  yield  the  best  satisfaction, 
and  in  this  way  she  has  made  herself  well  known  and  popular.  Be- 
sides, she  is  a  most  honorable  business  woman,  as  her  career  since 
her  establishment  in  1884  is  ample  evidence. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND    WEALTH     OF 


JAS.  C.  MOORE,  Hard  and  Wooden  Ware,  Carpenters'  Tools, 
Cutlery,  Agricultural  Implements,  Etc.,  No.  (53  Railroad  Street.— A 
leading  headquarters  in  this  line  of  trade  in  St.  Johnsbury  is  the 
establishment  of  Mr.  James  C.  Moore,  dealer  in  hard  and  wooden 
ware,  carpenter'  tools,  cutlery,  and  agricultural  implements.  The 
business  was  established  in  1881,  and  the  premises  occupied  comprise 
a  store  and  basement,  20  x  60  feet  in  dimensions,  with  a  large  store- 
house outside  which  gives  ample  accommodations  for  the  manipu- 
lation and  display  of  the  large  stock  constantly  carried.  The  assort- 
ment partakes  of  so  useful  a  character  as  to  claim  universal  atten- 
tion and  general  patronage.  It  combines  everything  known  to  the 
trade  in  manufacturers'  supplies,  heavy  and  shelf  hardware,  cutlery 
and  tools,  and  house  furnishing  goods  of  the  best  makes,  which  are 
purchased  direct  from  producers  at  the  most  advantageous  rates, 
and  are  offered  to  customers  at  prices  rarely  duplicated  by  compet- 
ing houses.  Mr.  Moore  is  the  agent  in  this  city  for  the  Champion 
horse  rake  and  the  Spicer  hay  tedder.  He  has  established  a  large 
and  influential  trade  and  is  prepared  at  all  times  to  supply  his  cus- 
tomers in  the  promptest  and  most  satisfactory  manner.  He  is  a 
native  of  Bradford,  Vt.,  and  a  prominent  and  popular  business 
man. 

JUKS.  E.  C.  PIERCE,  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods,  No.  43 
Main  Street.— A  most  successful  and  enterprising  establishment  in 
this  town,  devoted  to  the  sale  of  millinery  and  fancy  goods  is  that  of 
Mrs.  E.  C.  Pierce.  The  business  was  originally  established  in  1880 
by  Miss  E.  J.  Bobbins,  who,  the  present  year  was  succeeded  by 
Mrs.  Price.  The  stock  carried  in  this  popular  store  is  large  and 
varied  in  its  assortment,  a  very  handsome  display  being  made  of 
both  trimmed  and  untrimmed  hats,  ribbons,  silks,  gloves,  etc.  In 
short,  all  kinds  of  millinery  goods  and  fancy  articles,  which  are  un- 
surpassed by  any  contemporary  house  in  town.  All  the  latest  nov- 
elties of  the  season,  purchased  direct  from  the  leading  manufactur- 
ers and  dealers  in  New  York  and  Boston,  are  brought  out  as  soon  as 
introduced,  and  offered  for  sale  at  the  lowest  possible  prices.  The 
most  fashionable  hats  and  bonnets  are  trimmed  to  order  at  the 
shortest  notice,  in  strict  accord  with  Parisian  and  New  York  designs. 
Three  competent  and  skilled  assistants  are  employed,  and  this  house 
enjoys  the  reputation  of  being  the  most  popular  headquarters  for 
millinery  in  this  vicinity,  the  trade  being  large,  permanent  and  influ- 
ential. Mrs.  Pierce  is  a  most  popular  and  skilled  milliner,  a  woman 
of  superior  taste  and  judgment  who  devotes  her  untiring  efforts  to 
supply  the  demands  of  her  patrons. 


A.  M.  GOODRICH,  Tailor.— The  ably  conducted  and  well 
stocked  merchant  tailoring  establishment  of  which  Mr.  A.  M.  Good- 
rich is  the  efficient  proprietor,  was  established  in  March,  1889,  and 
from  the  beginning  of  its  existence  it  has  enjoyed  an  enviable  and 
exemplary  reputation  as  a  reliable  and  leading  house  in  this  town, 
where  a  steadily  increasing  trade  of  great  magnitude  is  being  built 
up.  The  premises  occupied  are  ample  and  commodious  in  dimen- 
sions, comprising  one  floor,  divided  into  salesroom  and  workshop, 
admirably  arranged  and  fully  equipped  for  the  transaction  of  this 
particular  business  in  all  its  branches  in  the  most  successful  and  ex- 
peditious manner.  Here  may  be  found  a  varied  and  comprehensive 
assortment  of  imported  and  domestic  manufactured  cloths,  cassi- 
meres,  vestings,  suitings,  serges,  etc.,  which  cannot  fail  to  please  the 
most  fastidious  taste,  while  a  force  of  seven  experienced  tailors  is 
employed  in  manufacturing  perfect  fitting  and  elegantly  made  gar- 
ments in  every  style  and  variety.  All  orders  receive  the  most 
prompt  and  careful  consideration,  and  prices  are  low  considering  the 
character  of  the  woi-k.  Mr.  Goodrich  is  a  young  man  of  practical 
experience  in  this  line  of  trade,  and  guarantees  to  his  many  patrons 
in  every  instance  perfect  satisfaction  as  to  fit,  finish  and  workman- 
ship.   He  is  a  native  of  Hardwick,  Vt. 

C.  E.  KIRK,  Proprietor  of  the  St.  Johnsbury  House  Livery, 
Feed  and  Sale  Stable,  No  12  Central  Street. — It  is  the  aim  of  every 
first-class  hotel  to  extend  every  possible  accommodation  to  its  guests, 
which  in  all  instances  includes  a  well-conducted  livery,  feed  and  sale 
Stable.  This  necessity  has  not  been  overlooked  by  the  St.  Johnsbury 
House,  whose  excellent  stables  are  under  the  proprietorship  of  Mr. 
C.  E.  Kirk,  of  No.  12  Central  Street.  He  established  his  stables  in 
1885,  and  has  one  of  the  largest,  best  stocked  barns  in  this  vicinity,  in 
the  rear  of  the  St.  Johnsbury  House.  Mr.  Kirk  has  twenty-two  stalls 
and  keeps  fifteen  horses  to  hire.  His  stock  is  gentle,  well  broken, 
well  fed  and  sleekly  groomed,  and  he  turns  out  some  of  the 
finest  rigs  in  town,  not  even  excelled  by  private  turn-outs.  His 
horses  are  ready  to  use  as  double  teams,  single  roadsters  or  saddle 
hoi-ses.  His  buggies,  carriages,  harnesses,  whips,  robes,  rugs,  blank- 
ets, saddles  and  bridles  are  always  in  bright,  trim  order,  thus  render- 
ing his  stables  the  leading  ones  in  his  line  of  business  in  town.  Like 
all  men  who  are  born  in  Vermont,  Mr.  Kirk  has  the  true  instinct  of  a 
good  horseman.  He  is  a  lover  of  fine  stock  and  devotes  his  personal 
attention  to  the  proper  care  of  his  stables.  In  his  business  relations, 
Mr.  Kirk  is  upright  and  honorable,  while  he  has  made  himself  very 
popular  in  all  quarters.    His  patronage  is  extensive  and  profitable. 


INDUSTRIES  AND   WEALTH   OF 
HARDWICK. 


I 


I^HE    town     of     Hardwick    is    located    in    the    western     part    of     Caledonia    county    and    is 
•^m'p-     bounded    on    the    northeast    by   Greensboro,    southeast    by   Walden,    southwest    by   Wood- 
^^^^     bury,     and     northwest    by    Wolcott.       It     is    21     miles    from     Montpelier    and    22     miles 
from    St.   Johnsbury. 

"^P"  The    town   was    granted     November    7,    1780    and    chartered     August    19,    1781     to    "  Dan- 

^J  forth  Keyes  and  his  associates."  The  first  permanent  settlement  was  made  in  the  year 
1790,  by  a  family,  or  several  families  by  the  name  of  Norris  from  New  Hampshire. 
Several  families  by  the  name  of  Sabin  came  soon  after,  among  whom  was  Mr.  Gideon  Sabin, 
whose    wife    was    the    mother    of    twenty-six    children. 

The  town  was  organized  in  1795.  ^^"^  Spooner  was  the  first  town  clerk  also  the  first 
representative.  The  first  child  born  in  town  was  Jonas  Bundy  Hardwick,  son  of  Nathaniel 
Norris.       Soon    after    the     settlement    commenced,    the    Baptists   formed    the     first    religious    society 


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and  in  1804  a  Congregational  Church  was  organized,  which  at  first  consisted  of  twelve  members. 
The  town  according  to  the  last  census  had  a  population  of  1,484.  It  has  three  churches. 
A'iz.:  the  Advent,  Baptist,  and  Methodist ;  two  first-class  hotels,  and  is  the  site  of  Hardwick 
Academy,  an    excellently   conducted    institution. 

The  surface  of  the  town  is  pleasantly  diversified  with  large  swells  and  vales,  but  no  part 
of  it  is  mountainous.  The  Lamoille  River,  which  enters  the  town  from  Greensborough,  and 
taking  a  circuitous  route,  passes  through  it  to  Wolcott,  furnishes  abundant  water-power  fbr  the 
numerous  manufactories  located  here.  The  rocks  are  granite,  gray  limestone,  slate  and  quartz, 
with  fine  specimens  of  rock  crystal.  Several  granite  quarries  have  been  opened  here  recently 
and  are  being  worked  to  considerable  extent.  The  Hardwick  granite  is  generally  conceded  to 
be  as  fine  as  any  found  in  the  state.  Its  component  parts  are  distinctly  granular  and  evenly 
mixed  throughout;  and  it  contains  less  mica  than  other  granites.  It  is  remarkably  clear  and 
even  in  texture,  is  susceptible  of  the  highest  polish,  is  perfectly  uniform  in  color,  and  the  con- 
trast between  the  hammered  and  polished  surfaces  is  great,  thereby  rendering  the  product  beau- 
tiful as  well  as  valuable.  Lumber  is  extensively  manufactured  here,  also  sash,  doors,  flour  and 
feed. 

The  advantages  of  Hardwick  as  a  manufacturing  center  are  great.  It  is  located  on  the 
line  of  the  Vermont  division  of  the  Boston  and  Maine  Railroad,  and  is  thus  supplied  with 
excellent  transportation  facilities  while  the  low  prices  of  land  for  factory  sites,  the  cheap  rents 
and  cost  of  living,  healthful  climate  and  other  considerations,  point  to  Hardwick  as  the  scene 
of  future  operations  which  will  give  the  town  pre-eminence  among  the  great  sources  of  supply 
of  manufactured  articles  of  every  description  in  Vermont,  The  people  are  remarkably  public 
spirited  and  extend  to  those  who  seek  profitable  investments  and  pleasant  homes,  a  cordial 
welcome. 


WOODBURY  GRANITE  COMPANY,  Producers  of 
Mountain  and  Lake  Granite.— Considering  the  comparatively  short 
time  of  its  establishment,  the  extensive  operations  of  the  Wood- 
bury Granite  Company  are  a  substantial  testimony  to  the  excellent 
quality  of  the  mountain  and  lake  granite  of  their  production;  and 
of  this,  ample  corroborative  evidence  is  to  be  seen  in  the  very  gen- 
eral use  to  which  their  granite  is  now  put  by  builders,  contractors 
and  others  all  over  the  country.  The  company  was  incorporated  in 
1887,  under  the  laws  of  the  state  of  "Vermont,  with  a  working  capi- 
tal of  $200,000,  and  the  general  office  and  quarries  are  situated  at 
Woodbury,  Vt.,  and  the  branch  office  at  Hardwick.  The  granite 
produced  is  of  a  very  fine  quality,  of  a  dark  color  and  beautifully 
marked;  its  character  being  eminently  suited  for  the  best  grades 
of  arches,  pillars,  stair  cases,  tablets,  slabs,  tombs,  head-stones,  ar.d 
all  lines  of  fine  masonry,  being  capable  of  the  highest  polish  and  the 
most  delicate  chiselling.  The  intrinsic  merits  of  this  dark  granite  as 
well  as  the  commensurate  cheapness  at  which  the  company  is  ena- 
bled to  offer  it,  have  resulted  in  a  steady  and  constant  demand 
being  made  upon  the  resources  of  the  quarry  by  the  trade  generally, 
being  now  of  such  a  volume  as  to  necessitate  the  regular  employment 
of  fifty  competent  workers,  who,  furnished  with  a  complete  equip- 
ment of  tools  and  appliances  incidental  to  the  business,  are  kept 
busily  engaged  the  week  through,  and  lend  to  the  quarries  a  brisk 
and  lively  appearance.  The  officers,  who  are  solely  responsible  for 
the  very  able  and  essentially  successful  management  of  the  enter- 
prise.are,  George  O.  Woodcock,  of  Manchester  Depot.  Vt..  president; 
Charles  A.  Watson,  vice-president  and  clerk;  W.  H.  Fullerton.  a 
native  of  Hebron,  N.  Y.,  and  ex-representative  of  the  state  legis- 
lature from  Jlanchester  in  1884,  treasurer  and  general  manager. 
The  branch  office  in  Hardwick  is  situated  in  the  Centennial  House. 
Mr.  Charles  D.  Sandford,  who  is  well-known  in  the  marble  trade,  has 
charge  in  absence  of  the  superintendent. 

THE  RED  DRUG  STORE,  H.  R.  Kimball.  Proprietor.— 
An  establishment  that  quickly  became  known  by  its  novel  title  is  Mr. 
H.  R.  Kimball's  Red  Drug  Store,  and  its  commandingly  located  prem- 
ises have  also  become  a  highly  popular  resort  in  time  of  need  for 
drugs,  chemicals  and  patent  medicines,  although  the  business  only 


had  its  inception  in  1890.  The  stock  of  drugs  and  chemicals  carried 
is  very  comprehensive,  embracing  all  those  in  general  request,  whilst 
high  quality  and  uniform  purity  is  a  distinguishing  characteristic  in 
all  varieties,  no  pains  being  spared  in  obtaining  supplies  from  the 
most  eminent  of  chemical  manufacturing  houses,  while  the  prices 
quoted  are  as  low  as  is  at  all  compatible  with  really  high  grade  and 
reliable  goods.  In  the  long  list  of  proprietary  articles  carried  the 
same  scrupulous  care  is  taken  in  the  selection,  and  while  it  is  quite 
impossible  for  any  druggist  or  drug  dealer  to  pretend  to  exercise  a 
complete  censorship  in  such  matters,  any  patent  medicines  known  to 
be  of  a  doubtfully  empirical  character  or  to  contain  deleterious  in- 
gredients are  rigidly  excluded.  In  addition  to  these  goods  a  very 
large  and  well  chosen  assortment  of  fancy  articles  and  stationery  is 
carried,  and  the  patronage  secured  in  each  department  is  of  a  most 
encouraging  kind,  and  is  a  very  practical  recognition  of  the  thorough 
businesslike  management  of  the  proprietor.  The  popular  store,  20 
X  30  feet  in  size,  is  handsomely  appointed  and  heavily  stocked,  and 
the  brisk  business  that  results,  keeps  the  proprietor  and  his  two 
competent  clerks  steadily  employed.  They  have  just  added  an  ele- 
gant wall  soda  water  fountain,  which  Is  an  ornament  to  the  store. 

A.  N.  JACKSON,  Dentist.— The  dental  profession  has  a  thor- 
oughly representative  exponent  in  Hardwick  in  the  person  of  Dr.  A. 
N.  Jackson,  formerly  of  BTorey,  111.  He  occupies  elegant  parlors 
which  are  eligibly  located  and  fitted  up  with  the  most  modern  and 
improved  appliances  and  devices  known  to  the  profession.  He  ha.s 
a  large,  liberal  and  influential  patronage  derived  from  the  best 
classes  in  the  community  and  his  clientele  is  steadily  increasing.  He 
is  a  skilled  dentist  of  great  experience  and  ability,  and  carries  on  all 
operations  of  the  profession  in  the  most  approved  manner.  Teeth 
are  extracted  painlessly,  while  the  unpleasant  operation  of  filling  is 
conducted  in  such  a  manner  as  to  occasion  the  minimum  of  discom- 
fort to  the  patient.  Artificial  work  is  promptly  performed  in  the 
most  skillful  manner  and  at  moderate  prices,  either  whole  or  partial 
sets  being  furnished  at  short  notice,  and  easy  fits  being  guaranteed. 
Dr.  Jackson  is  one  of  the  best  known  and  most  popular  residents  of 
of  Hardwick. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


IiAWSON  &  DAVIS,  Hardwick  and  Woodbury  Granite  Mon- 
uiueuts,  and  all  Cemetery  Work.— A  flrui  -who  by  close  application 
and  persistent  endeavors  to  give  unqualified  satisfaction  in  all  work 
undertaken,  have  come  rapidly  to  the  front  ranks  of  the  trade  is 
that  of  ^lessrs.  Lawson  &  Davis,  of  Hardwick,  dealers  in  Hardwick 
and  Woodbury  granite  monuments  and  all  kinds  of  cemetery  work. 
This  business  was  established  in  188!),  by  Messrs.  Lawson  <Sr  Emerson, 
and  on  the  retirement  of  the  latter  gentleman  in  1890,  C.  R.  Davis 
was  admitted  into  partnership  by  Mr.  E.  Lawson;  and  these  two 
gentlemen  now  constitute  the  sole  proprietary  management.  All 
kinds  of  high  grade  cemetery  work  is  undertaken,  including  mon- 
uments, slabs,  tablets  and  head  stones  of  every  description, 
inscriptions  being  cut,  figures  carved  and  other  ornamentation  exe- 
cuted to  special  design  or  order;  and  it  is  the  uniform  excellence 
of  these  productions  both  as  regards  workmanship  and  material, 
that  has  been  mainly  instrumental  in  bringing  to  the  firm  the  flour- 
ishing trade  and  soundly  based  reputation  it  now  enjoys,  both  being 
materially  enhanced  by  the  strictly  honorable  methods  upon  which 
the  house  is  conducted.  The  extensive  demand  which  is  now  made 
upon  its  resources,  necessitates  the  maintenance  of  a  workshop,  40  x 
60  feet  in  dimensions,  are  furnished  with  every  requisite  for  the 
prosecution  of  the  brisk  trade  carried  on,  and  ten  expert  work- 
ers are  regularly  employed.  Every  detail  of  the  enterprise  is 
conducted  under  the  close  personal  care  and  attention  of  the  experi- 
enced principals,  Mr.  E.  Lawson  and  Chas.  R.  Davis,  who  are  them- 
selves finished  artists  in  monumental  work,  possessed  of  considera- 
ble inventive  genius.  They  are  natives  of  Vermont,  and  enjoy  a  wide 
popularity  and  high  esteem  throughout  this  part  of  the  country. 

A,  in.  WARD  &  SON,  Flour,  Grain,  Feed  and  Groceries.— One 
of  the  best  known  and  most  popular  mercantile  establishments  in 
this  section  of  the  state  is  that  of  Messrs.  A.  M.  Ward  &  Son,  dealers 
in  flour,  grain,  feed  and  groceries,  who  liave  a  very  extensive  trade 
throughout  Hardwick  and  the  surrounding  country.  The  premises 
occupied  are  spacious  and  commodious,  and  comprise  a  handsome 
store,  30  x  40  feet  in  dimensions.  Here  is  constantly  carried  a  heavy 
stock  of  the  choicest  brands  of  western  and  other  flours,  besides 
grain  and  feed  of  every  kind.  A  full  line  of  choice  staple  and  fancy 
groceries  is  also  carried,  including  fresh  and  pure  teas,  coffees  and 
spices,  sugars,  syrups,  canned  goods,  pickles,  sauces,  preserves  and 


condiments;  butter,  cheese,  eggs  and  other  farm  and  dairy  produce, 
bakers'  and  laundry  supplies;  di-ied,  salted,  smoked  and  pickled  fish, 
and  in  short,  everything  usually  found  in  a  flrst-class  grocery  and 
provision  store.  Everytliing  sold  is  guaranteed  to  be  the  best  of  its 
kind,  while  the  prices  charged  are  the  same  as  are  asked  in  many 
establishments  for  inferior  goods.  The  members  of  the  firm  are  en- 
terprising, honorable  and  successful  business  men.  A.  M.  Ward  & 
Son  are  prominent  members  of  the  Masonic  fraternity  and  the  son  is 
coimected  with  the  Odd  Fellows  order.  A.  M.  Wood  is  an  expert 
physician  of  forty  years  practice  in  this  state. 

O.  C.  ARNOIiD  &  SON,  Manufacturers  of  Granite  Monu- 
ments, Head-Stones,  Curbing,  Posts,  Steps,  Etc.,  Etc.,  Etc.— Essen- 
tially representative  exponents  of  masons'  and  sculptors'  crafts, 
whether  in  fine  or  plain  granite  work,  Messrs.  O.  C.  Arnold  &  Son 
have  a  very  extensive  and  enduring  connection,  a  tribute  at  once  to 
the  high  quality  of  their  work,  to  the  aduunistraiive  talent  of  the 
principals  and  to  the  conuuendable  commercial  methods  which  are 
adopted.  The  firm  has  sheds  24  x  96  feet  in  measurement,  and  un. 
dertakes  the  manufacture  of  granite  monuments,  head-stones,  curb- 
ing, posts,  steps  and  all  other  forms  of  masonry  allied  to  monumen- 
tal or  building  work.  The  former  kind  is  its  great  specialty,  and  a 
department  in  wliich  it  has  fully  earned  its  high  prestige,  and  deserv- 
edly secured  an  influential  connection  by  virtue  of  the  finished  and 
artistic  productions  that  have  left  its  sheds;  but  estimates  are  freely 
furnished  for  all  kinds  of  stone  work,  and  its  labors  in  this  direction 
also  are  in  brisk  request.  This  now  well  known  and  flourishing 
business  was  founded  by  its  present  talented  and  experienced  princi- 
pals in  1886,  and  under  their  personal  and  careful  supervision,  ten 
expert  craftsmen  are  regularly' employed,  the  finished  products  of 
the  firm  finding  their  way  to  many  far  distant  parts,  while  the  un- 
wrought  Hardwick,  Woodbury  and  Barre  granite  in  which  it  largely 
deals,  is  also  supplied  to  purchasers  in  various  parts  of  a  wide-reach- 
ing territory.  The  sheds  are  centrally  located  near  the  passenger 
depot,  and  the  office  at  the  residence  of  the  principals.  Those  gen- 
tlemen are  Mr.  O.  C.  and  Mr.  F.  W.  Arnold,  father  and  son,  both 
natives  of  Maine,  who  have  won  for  themselves  a  large  measure  of 
re.spect  and  popularity  in  this  town.  They  are  prominently  associ- 
ated with  the  Masonic  fraternity  and  are  highly  regarded  both  in 
social  ani  business  circles. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF  LYNDON 
AND  LYNDONVILLE. 


"YNDON     is     a     pleasantly   located     town     in     Caledonia    county,    having    a    population     of 

about    2,433.        I^    is    located    thirty-five    miles    north     from     Montpelier     and     seven     miles 

from    St.    Johnsbury,       The    town    was    organized     on     the     4th     day   of    July,    1791,    and 

the    first   town    officers    were    elected   on    that   day.       Daniel    Cahoon,  Jr.,  the    first    settler 

deceased   June    11,    1793,    was    the   first   person    who    died     in     the     town.       There     are     three 

villages    in    the    township,    viz:     Lyndon,    Lyndon    Center    and    Lyndonville. 

The  soil  is  a  rich  loam,  free  from  stone,  easy  to  cultivate  and  very  productive.  Lyn- 
don has  two  churches,  viz.:  the  Congregational  and  Methodist  both  having  neat  and  attractive 
church  edifices.  It  has  two  first-class  hotels,  an  excellent  graded  school  and  is  also  the  site  of 
Lyndon  Academy,  which  was  erected  by  private  home  munificence,  and  supplied  with  good 
apparatus.  This  institution  has  been  a  great  credit  to  the  town  and  many  prominent  men  in 
all  parts  of  the  country  received  their  Academic  course  at  this  popular  and  well  managed  insti- 
tution. 

The    Passumpsic    River   and    its   tributaries    afford    abundant    water-power   for     the     operation     of 
mills    and    machinery.       About    60    rods    north    of    the     south     line     of     the     town,    the     river     has     a 


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descent  of  65  feet  in  about  thirty  rods,  these  are  known  as  the  "  Great  Falls,"  and  the  *'  Little 
Falls  are  one  mile  above  and  have  a  descent  of  the  bed  of  the  river  of  about  20  feet. 
The  "Great  Falls"  have  a  capacity  of  operating  an  almost  unlimited  amount  of  machinery  and 
the  Connecticut  and  Passumpsic  River  railroads  that  pass  through  the  town  afford  ready  transit 
portation  for  manufactured  or  raw  material.  This  water  power  has  been  utilized  to  some  exten- 
and    several    flourishing    manufacturing    establishments    are    located    here. 

Lyndonville  is  a  flourishing  village  in  this  township  and  has  several  important  manufactur- 
ing enterprises  in  successful  operation.  The  car  shops  of  the  Passumpsic  railroad  are  located 
here.  The  dwelling  houses  are  neat  and  tasty  with  well-kept  lawns  about  them,  and  the  vil- 
lage is  one  of  the  most  attractive  of  its  size  in  the  state.  It  has  two  churches,  two  first-class 
hotels  and  two  banks.  Its  inhabitants  are  industrious,  well-educated  and  public  spirited,  taking 
great    pride    in    the    success    of   any   enterprise    to    build    up    the    town. 


G.  P.  SPENCKR,  Monumental  Works,  Lyndon.— These  marble 
works  embrace  a  patronage  in  which  all  classes  are  represented 
from  the  citizen  of  slender  means  to  the  wealthiest  and  most  influ- 
ential residents.  This  extensive  connection  has  accrued  to  the  estab- 
lishment mainly  from  the  thorough  reliability  of  the  materials  used, 
and  from  the  excellence  of  the  workmanship  and  the  high,  artistic 
designs  and  finish  by  which  the  whole  of  the  firm's  productions  are 
characterized  in  a  marked  degree.  Monuments,  head-stones ,  tablets, 
statues  and  other  high  class  work  are  manufactured  in  every 
variety  of  style,  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  in  granite,  marble, 
stone,  etc  ;  and  special  designs  to  order  are  also  executed  in  a  mas- 
terly manner,  and  always  to  the  unqualified  satisfaction  of  patrons. 
The  business  received  its  inception  at  the  hands  of  the  present  pro- 
prietor, Mr.  G.  P.  Spencer,  in  1856,  and  the  extensive  demand  now 
constantly  made  upon  the  firm's  resources,  necessitates  the  regular 
employment  of  three  skilled  operatives,  whose  work  is  all  conducted 
under  the  close  personal  care  and  supervision  of  Mr.  Spencer  him- 
self. This  gentleman  brings  to  bear  upon  the  business  a  consum- 
mate skill  and  ripe  experience  of  the  trade;  and  prior  to  his  initiat- 
ing the  present  very  successful  enterprise,  he  was  for  several  years 
in  the  same  line  at  St.  Johnsbury,  Vt.  He  is  a  native  of  that  thriv- 
ing place,  and  is  the  oldest  member  of  the  St.  Johnsbury  lodge  of 
the  Free  and  Accepted  Masons. 

J.  Ij.  WATCHIE,  Choice  Family  Groceries,  Boots,  Shoes  and 
Rubbers,  Mathewson's  Block,  Main  Street,  Lyndonville.— This  place 
offers  encouragement  to  retail  traders  who  serve  its  interests  by  sup- 
plying staple  commodities  at  fair  prices,  and  who  conduct  their  bus- 
iness with  a  due  amount  of  knowledge,  and  with  a  fit  regard  to 
integrity;  and  the  completeness  with  which  Mr.  J.  L.  Watchie 
answered  to  these  requirements  and  supplements  them  by  enter- 
prise, energy,  and  a  commendable  solicitude  for  the  entire  satisfac- 
tion of  patrons  in  every  transaction,  has  been  potent  in  adding  year 
by  year  to  the  development  of  his  trade,  since  the  inception  of  his 
'enterprise  in  1885.  The  commandingly  located  store,  which  is  20  x 
40  feet  in  size,  is  especially  well  fitted  up  to  meet  the  necessities  of 
the  brisk  business  conducted,  which  embraces  the  supplying  of 
really  choice  and  high  grade  family  groceries  of  every  description, 
and  the  trading  in  boots,  shoes  and  rubbers.  In  each  department  a 
stock  is  carried  which  leaves  nothing  to  be  desired,  no  article  of 
staple  or  fancy  groceries  being  omitted  from  the  stock  or  permitted  to 
go  without  constant  replenishment,  while  in  footwear  all  popular 
makes,  sizes,  and  leading  grades,  find  full  representation ;  the  prices 
charged  in  either  case  being  such  as  will  bear  the  closest  comparison 
with  the  best  of  other  such  establishments.  Indeed,  so  thoroughly 
is  this  understood  that  the  connection  of  the  house  has  become  one 
of  very  large  proportions,  and  such  as  to  tax  the  energies  of  the 
proprietor  and  his  three  assistants.  Mr.  Watchie,  who  is  a  native 
of  Canada,  is  identified  with  the  Masonic  fraternity,  is  a  member  of 
the  Independent  Order  of  Odd  Fellows,  and  deservedly  popular. 

I>.  Itt.  SIL.SBY,  Livery  Stables,  Lyndonville. — The  largest  livery 
stable  in  the  town,  and  unquestionably  one  of  the  most  popular  in 
his  section  of  the  state,  is  that  of  Mr.  D.  M.  Silsby,  which  during  the 
five  years  that  it  has  been  under  the  conscientious  direction  of  its 
experienced  founder,  has  well  merited  the  high  estimation  in  which 


it  is  held  on  all  hands,  and  in  reference  to  each  of  its  departments. 
The  well  founded  stables,  so  arranged  as  to  comply  with  the  most 
exacting  demands  of  advanced  sanitarians,  light,  airy,  and  well  ven- 
tilated, and  kept  clean  and  sweet  in  a  style  that  elicits  the  unquali- 
fied satisfaction  of  the  most  critical  of  patrons,  and  offer  excellent 
accommodation  for  the  boarding  of  a  large  number  of  horses,  in 
addition  to  the  sixteen  fine  animals  owned  by  the  firm,  and  the  nu- 
merous others  that  are  temporarily  accommodated  from  day  to  day. 
The  vehicles  for  hire  are,  in  their  appointments,  fully  in  keeping 
with  all  other  features  of  the  establishment,  which  is  known  as  one 
where  the  equine  race  are  well  groomed  and  liberally  and  judici- 
ously fed,  two  grooms  and  stablemen  being  regularly  employed. 
Mr.  D.  M.  Silsby  was  born  in  Luenberg,  Vt.,  and  is  widely  and 
favorably  known  throughout  this  neighborhood. 

AARON  TWOMBIjY,  Dry,  Fancy,  and  Gents'  Furnishing 
Goods. — Lyndonville  is  well  provided  for  in  the  matter  of  dry,  fancy 
and  gents' furnishing  goods,  quite  a  number  of  its  traders  making 
this  one  of  their  departments,  but  there  are  few  who  in  any 
real  sense  make  it  their  specialty,  and  none  which  the  firm  of  Mr. 
Aaron  Twombly  will  consent,  or  could  reasonably  be  asked  to  ac- 
knowledge as  rivals  in  either  the  completeness  with  which  the  trade 
is  represented  at  its  establishment,  in  the  choiceness  of  the  goods  dis- 
played in  its  handsome  show  windows  or  carried  in  bulk,  or  in  the 
great  inducements  it  is  able  to  offer  to  purchasers  of  high  grade  goods 
such  as  collars,  white  and  colored  shirts,  underwear,  silk  and  cam- 
bric handkerchiefs,  etc.  They  also  carry  a  fine  line  of  clothing  and 
boots  and  shoes  in  great  variety  and.  indeed  in  every  description  of 
goods  that  go  to  make  up  a  complete  gents'  outfitting  emporium. 
The  business  was  founded  in  1875,  and  the  store,  30  x  40  feet  in  sire,  is 
fitted  up  in  a  style  fully  in  character  with  the  high  grades  of  goods 
handled.  A  continuance  and  an  increase  of  this  liberal  support  is 
encouraged  and  promoted  by  the  giving  of  high  money  value,  and  a 
sedulous  watchfulness  in  order  to  meet  and  provide  for  the  exact 
wishes  of  patrons,  a  work  in  which  the  principal  is  ably  assisted  by 
two  trained  employees,  who,  with  him,  give  courteous  attention  to  all 
who  visit  the  establishment. 

F.  IS.  S1NEL.L.ING,  Photographer,  Lyndonville. — A  great  and 
valued  accession  to  the  town  is  that  of  the  extensive,  well  equipped, 
and  ably  directed  photograph  gallery  of  Mr.  F.  B.  Snelling,  founded 
in  1890;  the  largest  establishment  of  its  kind  in  this  section.  The 
gallery,  studio,  and  developing  apartments  include  four  rooms,  the 
former  being  sumptuously  furnished,  and  the  latter  provided  with 
all  the  latest  appliances  for  the  pursuit  of  the  art  in  its  various  rami- 
fications under  the  most  favorable  conditions,  such  as  conduce  to  the 
highest  grade  of  work  at  strictly  moderate  figures.  All  branches  of 
the  photographic  art  are  represented,  inclusive  of  the  production  of 
carte  de  visite,  cabinet  and  enlarged  portraits  in  plain  or  water- 
colors;  pastels,  crayons,  landscape  and  other  pictures,  and  theexpo- 
nency  of  the  artistic  profession  is  of  so  high  an  order  that  a  very 
large  share  of  the  work  of  the  vicinity  falls  to  the  house,  the  proprie- 
tor being  assisted  by  two  expert  helpers,  but  always  performing  the 
more  responsible  and  difficult  labors  personally.  Mr.  F.  B.  Snelling, 
who  was  formerly  in  business  in  Massachusetts, was  born  in  Vermont, 
and  is  well  known  and  highly  respected  in  this  town  and  vicinity. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEMTH  OF 

BENNINGTON. 


I'tfjjl  ENNINGTON  is  situated  in  the  southwest  corner  of  the  state,  about  thirty  miles  from 
Troy,  with  which  it  is  connected  by  the  Lebanon  Springs  Railroad  and  the  Troy  and 
Boston  Road. 

Rich     in     its     agricultural,    mineral,     manufacturing     and     mechanical     productions,    this 
town    was   for   many   years    the    largest   and    most   wealthy    town    in    the     state,    and     it    con- 
tinued  to   exceed   that   of   any   other   until    after    the    year     1820,    when     Rutland,    Windsor, 
and    Burlington    began   to    compete   with    it.       In    1880,   the     population     of     Bennington    was 
6,380.       It    has     three    principal   villages,    Bennington     proper,    formerly    designated     as     Bennington 
East   Village,    Bennington    Center   and    North    Bennington. 

Bennington  has  the  principal  postofifice,  and  the  village  bears  the  name  of  the  town,  as  the 
result  of  a  protracted,  though  successful  struggle  between  this  and  the  center  village,  remarkable 
for  the  vigor  and  tenacity  with  which  it  was  prosecuted  on  both  sides.  The  feeling  which  dis- 
tinguished that  contest  has  long  since  passed  away  and  the  utmost  harmony  pervades  the  towns 
so  far  as  local  interests  are  concerned.  The  village  was  incorporated  by  act  of  General  Assem- 
bly in  1848,  with  seven  wards.  It  contains  the  Court  House,  Clerk's  Office  and  Jail  for  the 
southern  district  of  the  county.  The  village  supports  a  Baptist,  Congregational,  Methodist, 
Episcopal,  Roman  Catholic  and  French  Catholic  Church,  one  Savings  and  two  National  Banks, 
a  Free  Library  and  various  institutions,  while  as  a  manufacturing  point  it  has  become  famous  in 
all  parts  of  the  country.  The  otreets  are  lighted  by  electric  lights,  and  there  are  two  excellent 
weekly  papers,  the  Banner  and  the  Refjrvicr.  Bennington  is  easily  reached  by  means  of  vari- 
ous 

RAILROAD   LINES 

including  the  Fitchburg,  the  Bennington  and  Rutland  Railway,  and  the  Lebanon  Springs  Railroad. 
The  Bennington  and  Glastonbury  R.  R.  runs  from  Bennington,  eight  miles  up  the  mountains, — 
1.600   feet. 

Bennington    has   many   important 

MANUFACTURING  INTERESTS 

and    about   one    third     of    its     population     find     employment     in     the   various  establishments.       The 

products  embrace  knit  goods,  knitting  machinery,  light  hardwares,  knitting  needles,  powder  mill 
machinery,    various   commodities    in    wood,    etc. 

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Main  St.,  Showing  Putnam  House. 


190  INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF     BENNINGTON,     V  T. 

THE  SCHOOL  SYSTEM 

of  Bennington  is  equal,  if  not  superior  to  any  in  the  state.  A  fine  brick  building  has  been 
erected,  two  stories  in  height  covered  with  a  Mansard  roof.  The  school  is  supplied  with 
valuable  apparatus  and  library.  A  classical  course  of  study  can  be  obtained  here  which  gives 
thorough    preparation    for    admission    to    college. 

The  Village  Improvement  Society  is  composed  of  wealthy  and  prominent  citizens  and  has 
for   its   object   the    improvement    of   the    village    in    the    way   of   pavements,    water-works,    etc. 

The  Free  Library  was  established  through  the  munificence  of  Messrs.  S.  B.  Hunt  and  Trenor 
W.  Park  in  1865.  These  gentlemen  presented  the  library  building  and  1,300  carefully  selected 
volumes  to  the  citizens  and  named  five  gentlemen  as  trustees  to  control  the  property.  The  lib- 
rary now  contains  6000  volumes.  The  elegant  summer  home  of  the  late  Seth  B.  Hunt  of 
New  York  City,  with  two  hundred  acres  of  land,  was  donated  to  the  state  by  the  heirs  of  the 
late  Trenor  W.  Park  for  a  "Soldiers'  Home."  It  is  now  occupied  by  100  veterans  of  the  war 
of   the   rebellion. 

BENNINGTON  BATTLE  MONUMENT. 

In  commemoration  of  General  Stark's  victory,  August  i6,  1777,  a  handsome  monument  is 
being  erected  at  State  Arms  Hill  on  the  site  of  the  Continental  Store  House  at  Bennington 
Center,  and  is  a  simple  shaft  in  the  form  of  an  obelisk,  301  feet  in  height,  the  material  being 
magnesiark  limestone. 

BENNINGTON  CENTER. 

Bennington  Center  was  the  first  place  in  Vermont  to  earn  the  title  of  village,  and  during 
the  Revolution  it  was  the  most  important  village  in  the  state.  In  the  burial  ground  adjoining, 
sleep  the  thirty  heroes  killed  at  the  battle  of  Bennington.  Here  at  the  "Catamount  Tavern" 
the  first  session  of  the  Vermont  Legislature  was  organized.  The  Council  of  Safety  met  here 
during  the  dark  days  of  the  Revolution.  This  town  so  beautifully  situated  and  possessing  so 
many  advantages  as  a  manufacturing  town  is  a  most  desirable  place  in  which  to  establish  a 
home,    or   create    a   manufacturing   plant  of  any   magnitude. 


BENNINGTON 


G.  B.  SIBIjSY,  Manufacturer  of  Brush  Bridles  or  Binders, 
also  Manufacturer  of  Custom  Made  Clothing  and  Dealer  in  Ready 
Made  Clothing,  Broadcloths,  Cassimeres,  Hats,  Caps,  Gents'  Furnish- 
ing Goods,  Etc.,  Nos.  501  and  505  Main  Street.— One  of  the  most  im- 
portant business  men  of  Bennington  is  Mr.  G.  Byron  Sibley,  a  manu- 
facturer of  brush  bridles  or  binders,  also,  manufacturer  of  custom 
made  clothing  and  dealer  in  broadcloths,  cassimeres,  hats,  caps, 
gentlemen's  furnishing  goods,  etc.,  at  Nos.  501  and  505  Main  Street. 
He  established  his  business  in  1860,  beginning  in  a  small  room  in 
another  location,  and  in  1868,  moving  to  his  present  quarters.  He 
has  so  increased  his  business  that  he  now  occupies  a  fine  corner 
store,  65  x  75  feet,  this  being  the  largest  store  in  town,  neat,  finely 
arranged  and  electric  lighted.  He  employs  five  persons  in  his  store 
and  three  tailors,  while  he  conducts  a  very  extensive  trade.  In  the 
rear  of  his  place  is  his  brush  bridle  factory,  the  binders  being  Mr. 
Sibley's  own  invention  and  patent.  He  began  this  industry  about  a 
year  ago,  and  he  sees  a  great  future  for  it.  He  sells  clothing,  coats, 
top  and  great  coats,  trousers,  waistcoats,  hats,  caps,  collars,  cuffs, 
cravats,  underwear,  etc.  Mr.  Sibley  began  life  by  learning  the 
potters'  trade  with  the  U.  S.  Pottery  Company,  and  before  entering 
his  present  business,  was  a  clerk  in  various  stores.  He  is  an  enter- 
prising man  in  public  affairs,  and  has  held  several  town  ofHces.  His 
position  as  a  merchant  and  manufacturer,  however,  is  by  no  means 
the  end  of  his  attainments.  He  is  one  of  the  best  known  secret 
society  men  in  the  -state,  being  a  thirty-second  degree  Mason  and 
the  T.  P.  G.  M.  of  Bennington  Lodge  of  Perfection  A.  A.  S.  R.;  also, 
treasurer  of  the  following  societies:  Mt.  Anthony  Lodge,  No.  13; 
Temple  Chapter,  No.  8;  Bennington  Council,  No.  3;  and  General- 
issimo of  Taf  t  Commandery,  No.  8.  Mr.  Sibley  is  a  popular  man,  and 
loyal  to  every  rule  of  integrity,  as  his  several  high  offices  indicate. 

VAIiENTINE  K.NITTINO  COIWPANY,  Manufacturers 
Knit  Underwear.— The  business  so  successfully  conducted  by  this 
company  as  manufacturers  of  knit  underwear  is  an  old-established 
one,  and  its  history  is  an  interesting  chapter  in  the  rise  and  progress 
of  this  historic  town.  The  enterprise  was  originally  inaugurated  in 
1824  by  Mr.  Joel  B.  Valentine  as  a  woolen  mill.  In  1836  the  building 
was  destroyed  by  fire,  and  was  rebuilt  in  1845.  In  1865  Major  A.  B. 
Valentine,  son  of  the  founder,  came  into  possession  of  the  property, 
and  converted  it  into  a  knitting  mill  for  the  manufacture  of  shirts 
and  drawers.  The  production  had  reached  20,000  dozen  annually, 
when  the  property  was  again  destroyed  by  fire,  early  in  1883.  The 
present  mills  were  erected  in  1885,  and  are  the  finest  devoted  to  this 
line  of  production  in  the  state.  They  include  a  splendid  brick 
structure,  three  stories  high,  50  x  104  feet  in  dimensions,  with  an  ell, 
44  X  42  feet,  which  are  used  for  carding,  spinning  and  knitting,  and 
which  are  equipped  with  eight  sets  of  knitting  machinery  of  the 
most  improved  pattern,  operated  by  water  and  steam  power  of  a 
combined  capacity  of  180  horse-power  ;  also,  a  gas  house,  three 
stories  high  and  34  x  85  feet  in  dimensions;  a  storehouse  containing 
two  floors  and  a  basement,  40  x  60  feet,  and  spacious  and  elegant 
office  buildings.  Steady  employment  is  given  to  140  skilled  hands, 
and  the  average  output  is  150  dozen  per  day.  The  facilities  here 
possessed  for  rapid  and  perfect  production  are  of  the  most  extensive 
and  elaborate  character,  embracing  every  modern  convenience  and 
improvement.  The  products  of  this  company  include  every- 
thing in  shirts  and  drawers  used  by  both  sexes,  and  are  widely 
preferred  by  dealers  throughout  the  country,  for  their  uniform  ex- 
cellence, well-made,  durable  qualities,  and  great  salability  and  solid 
merits.  The  resources  and  facilities  of  the  company  are  so  ample 
as  to  enable  it  to  offer  inducements  to  the  trade  that  are  of  the  most 
liberal  character.  The  Valentine  Knitting  Company  was  incorpo- 
rated in  1887.  under  the  laws  of  the  state  of  Vermont,  with  a  capital  of 
$100,000,  and  is  officered  as  follows,  viz:  H.  C.  Lindloff.  president  and 
treasurer;  A.  B.  Valentine,  vice-president;  Wells  Valentine,  secre- 
tary. The  president,  Mr.  Lindloff.  was  born  in  Denmark,  and  came 
to  America  in  1866.  'He  is  an  experienced  manufacturer  and  a 
solid,  successful  business  man;  also,  is  president  of  the  Bennington 


Knitting  Company.  Major  Valentine,  the  vice-president,  was  bom 
in  Bennington  and  is  one  of  its  best  known  citizens  and  leading 
pubhc  men.  He  is  the  son  of  the  late  Joel  B.  Valentine,  and  is  the 
owner  of  all  the  mills  used  by  this  company.  He  is  president  of 
Bennington  Savings  Bank,  a  director  of  the  Bennington  Battle  Mon- 
ument Association,  and  has  served  as  a  member  of  the  state  senate, 
and  as  the  Commissioner  of  Emigration  by  appointment  of  the 
Governor.  Mr.  Wells  Valentine,  the  secretary,  is  also  treasurer  of 
the  Bennington  Knitting  Company,  and  a  young  man  of  experience 
and  high  repute  in  business  matters. 

BOOTH  dc  HARRIS,  Insurance  Agents,  Town  Clerk's  Office, 
Main  Street.— Many  of  our  leading  companies  place  their  local 
interests  in  the  control  of  gentlemen  who  have  secured  honorable 
reputations  in  this  branch  of  business,  and  prominent  among  these 
here  are  Messrs.  Booth  &  Harris,  whose  office  is  located  in  the  town 
clerk's  office,  on  Main  Street.  The  gentlemen  composing  this  firm 
are  Mr.  E.  A.  Booth,  a  Vermonter  by  birth  and  long  a  resident  here, 
and  Mr.  E.  S.  Harris,  who  was  born  in  New  York  and  has  resided  in 
Bennington  for  many  years.  Both  are  thoroughly  experienced  men 
in  this  line  of  business,  and  forming  this  co-partnership  they  inaugu- 
rated this  enterprise  in  Feburary,  1890,  and  during  the  intervening 
period  have  built  up  a  very  liberal  and  influential  patronage,  and 
among  the  many  companies  represented  by  them  will  be  found  the 
Northern,  of  London,  England;  the  Providence  Washington  Insur- 
ance Company,  of  Providence,  R.  I.,  and  the  Orient,  of  Hartford, 
Conn.,  they  are  also  the  general  agents  of  the  old  reliable  Phoenix 
Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company,  of  Hartford,  Conn.  As  practical 
and  experienced  underwriters,  this  firm  offers  substantial  induce- 
ments and  advantages  to  the  public,  including  low  rates  and  liberally 
drawn  policies,  while  all  losses  sustained  are  equitably  adjusted  and 
promptly  paid  through  this  agency.  The  members  of  the  firm  are 
prepared  to  take  entire  charge  of  the  insurance  of  properties,  plac- 
ing and  distributing  risks  among  sound  companies  only,  renewing 
policies  when  expiring  and  generally  reheving  business  houses  of  all 
care  in  this  important  branch  of  their  affairs.  Both  are  men  of 
superior  ability,  energetic,  courteous,  reliable  and  honorable.  Mr 
Booth  has  been  connected  with  the  town's  clerk's  office  for  many 
years  and  has  made  himself  very  popular  with  our  citizens,  and  is  an 
active  member  of  the  Improved  Order  of  Red  Men.  Mr.  Harris 
devotes  his  whole  attention  to  the  firm's  interests,  and  is  also  a  mem- 
ber of  the  I.  O.  of  R.  M.,  besides  being  an  Odd  Fellow. 

JOHN  v.  HALL  &  SONj  Insurance,  Court  House  Block.— 
This  business  was  established  by  Mr.  J.  V.  Hall  in  1865,  and  Mr.  E. 
J.  Hall  became  a  partner  in  January,  1888,  and  since  the  death 
of  Mr.  J.  V.  Hall,  in  October,  1888,  has  carried  on  the  business  alone 
under  the  old  firm  name.  Among  the  companies  represented  are  the 
jEtna,  the  Hartford,  the  National,  the  Travelers',  of  Hartford;  the 
Anglo  Nevada,  of  San  Francisco;  the  Continental,  the  Home,  the 
Liberty,  of  New  York;  the  Phcenix,  of  Hartford,  the  Phenix,  of 
Brooklyn,  the  Phenix,  of  London;  the  Lancashire  and  the  Queen,  of 
England;  the  Insurance  Company  of  North  America,  of  Philadel- 
phia, and  the  Granite  State,  of  New  Hampshire.  With  their  millions 
of  capital  and  large  surplus  they  offer  absolute  security  to  the 
assured.  The  policies  written  by  this  firm  are  clearly  worded,  ex- 
plicit and  devoid  of  technicalities,  including  a  very  large  assortment 
of  printed  forms  drafted  by  them  for  the  special  hazards,  which 
they  control,  and  all  losses  are  promptly  paid  on  adjustment.  The 
firm  controls  the  insurance  of  many  important  hues  of  business,  man- 
ufacturing, mercantile  and  dwelling,  and  are  constantly  extending 
their  circle  of  customers.  Mr.  Edward  J.  Hall  has  a  thorough 
knowledge  of  the  principles  of  insurance,  rendering  him  safe  as  an 
agent  for  conservative  companies  like  those  he  represents.  He  is 
county  clerk,  secretary  of  the  Bennington  Battle  Jlonument  Associ- 
ation, and  is  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Childs  &  Powers,  fire  insur- 
ance agents.  He  is  a  native  of  Bennington  and  is  known  for  his 
careful  and  thorough  business  methods  and  prompt  and  liberal 
policy  in  the  settlement  of  losses. 


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N.  F.  SraiTH,  Meat  Market,  Main  Street.— Among  all  the  in- 
dustries that  t'orni  the  aggi-egate  of  the  resources  of  any  protnineiit 
trade  center,  there  are  none  which  exceed  in  general  importance  those 
that  are  engaged  in  furnishing  its  inhabitants  with  necessary  food 
supplies.  An  old  established,  prominent  and  ably  conducted  house 
engaged  in  a  special  branch  of  this  line  of  trade  in  Bennington,  and 
well  deserving  of  the  high  reputation  it  maintains  for  handling  none 
but  first-class  goods  and  straightforward  dealings  is  that  of  Mr.  N. 
F.  Smith,  dealer  in  fresh  meats,  provisions,  etc.,  whose  market  is 
centrally  located  on  Main  Street.  This  popular  enterprise  was 
founded  originally  in  1870  by  Mr.  George  Smith,  who  conducted  it 
with  excellent  ability  and  success  until  1884,  when  it  passed  into  the 
control  of  his  brother,  the  present  proprietor,  who  was  assistant  in 
the  establishment,  and  under  his  enterprising  management  and  direc- 
tion the  trade  is  constantly  increasing  in  volume  and  influence. 
The  premises  utilized  are  very  spacious  and  commodious,  neatly  and 
attractively  appointed  and  fitted  up  with  special  reference  to  the 
trade,  which  involves  the  daily  handling  of  large  quantities  of  fresh 
meats  and  provisii)ns,  which  in  quality,  variety  and  freshness  are 
unsurpassed  by  any  similar  concern  in  the  town.  The  stock  carried 
is  full  and  complete  and  embraces  the  very  choicest  of  prime  fresh 
beef,  veal,  mutton,  lamb,  country  pork,  sausages,  pure  leaf  lard; 
game  and  poultry  in  season,  also  the  best  brands  of  plain  and  sugar- 
cured  hams,  shoulders,  breakfast  bacon,  corned  beef  and  pork, 
smoked  and  pickled  tongues,  tripe,  etc.  He  also  carries  a  full  assort- 
ment of  farm  and  garden  vegetables,  fruits,  berries,  melons,  and 
makes  a  specialty  of  early  southern  products  in  this  line,  and  own- 
ing and  cultivating  a  farm  close  to  town  many  of  his  goods  in  this 
line  are  of  his  own  superior  production.  Having  the  latest  im- 
proved refrigerators  for  supplying  dry  cold  storage  for  the  healthful 
preservation  of  perishable  articles  for  an  indefinite  period,  he  is 
enabled  to  supply  his  patrons  with  the  choicest  of  wholesome  food 
during  all  seasons  of  the  year  at  lowest  ruling  market  prices.  His 
market  is  a  model  of  neatness  and  cleanliness,  polite  assistants  serve 
patrons  promptly,  and  orders  are  delivered  at  residences  free  of 
charge.  Mr.  Smith  is  a  pleasant,  courteous  and  enterprising  dealer, 
reliable  and  honorable  in  his  dealings  and  is  highly  respected  by  all 
with  whom  he  has  any  dealings. 


HARRY  IVILIiOUOHBY,  Stoves,  Ranges,  Tinware, 
Crockery,  Glassware,  Etc.,  No.  416  Main  Street.— Mr.  Harry  Wil- 
loughby,  dealer  in  stoves,  tin  ware,  crockery,  glassware,  etc.,  has 
always  maintained  a  deservedly  high  reputation  for  handling  only 
first-class  goods.  This  popular  enterprise  was  founded  originally 
in  1875  by  Messrs.  Graves  &  Albro,  who  were  afterwards  succeeded 
by  the  firm  of  Messrs.  Graves  &  Walker,  who  carried  it  on  quite 
successfully  for  some  years  when  the  latter  gentleman  retired  and 
Mr.  Graves  became  sole  proprietor,  and  in  1890  he  disposed  of  the 
concern  to  Mr.  Willoughby.  This  gentleman  is  a  native  of  this  state 
and  is  a  thoroughly  experienced  man  in  all  branches  of  the  sheet- 
metal  trade,  having  worked  at  it  for  some  years  in  Middlebury,  this 
state,  and  then  came  to  this  place  and  was  employed  by  the  former 
proprietor  for  two  years;  under  his  able  direction  the  trade  is 
constantly  growing  in  volume  and  influence.  The  premises  utilized 
comprise  a  spacious,  commodious  and  very  neatly  appointed  store 
with  workshop  attached.  The  latter  is  fully  equipped  with  all  the 
necessary  tools  and  appliances  and  none  but  skilled  and  experienced 
workmen  are  employed.  The  range  of  production  embraces  every- 
thing in  the  line  of  tin,  copper  and  sheet-iron  ware,  of  which  a  full 
and  complete  assortment  is  kept  in  the  store  and  sold  at  lowest 
prices.  A  specialty  is  made  of  tin  roofing,  spouting,  factory  work 
and  outside  jobbing,  for  which  estimates  are  furnished  when  desired ; 
contracts  are  entered  into  and  executed  promptly  and  satisfactorily 
at  lowest  figures.  In  the  store  will  be  found  also  a  fine  stock  of  coal 
and  wood  office,  parlor  and  cooking  stoves,  ranges,  heaters,  furnaces 
also  oil  and  gas  stoves,  with  all  their  fittings  and  all  of  the  very  latest 
and  best  improved  patterns.  The  assortment  of  crockery  embraces 
plain  and  decorated  breakfast,  dinner,  tea  and  toilet  sets,  single 
pieces  and  in  all  kinds  of  foreign  and  domestic  materials,  art  novel- 
ties, glassware  of  every  description,  including  all  the  latest  improved 
style  of  lamps  and  their  fittings,  besides  wooden  and  willow  ware 
and  household  goods  generally.  Mr  Willoughby.  is  a  young  man  of 
superior  business  ability. 


MISS  H.  J.  MORGAN,  Millinery  Goods,  No.  517  Main  Street. 
—This  popular  and  fashionable  headquarters  was  founded  originally 
in  1860  by  Mrs.  Babcock,  who  conducted  it  with  excellent  success  until 
1887,  when  it  passed  into  the  control  of  the  present  proprietor.  Miss 
H.  J.  Morgan,  who  has  had  a  wide  range.of  experience  in  all  branches 
of  the  business  and  under  her  enterprising  management  and  direc- 
tion the  business  has  grown  to  its  present  volume  and  influence,  her 
patronage  being  derived  principally  from  among  our  most  refined 
and  intelligent  classes  of  society.  The  premises  utilized  are  amply 
spacious  and  commodious,  neatly  and  tastefully  fitted  up  and  pro- 
vided with  every  convenience  to  meet  all  requirements  of  the  busi- 
ness, including  a  department  for  the  making  and  trimming  goods  to 
order.  The  stock  carried  is  full  and  complete  and  embraces  the  very 
latest  correct  styles  in  all  seasonable  goods  of  the  recent  produc- 
tions of  the  most  fashionable  modistes  of  Paris  and  London,  such  as 
bonnets  and  bonnet  frames,  straw,  chip,  soft  and  stiff  felt  hats, 
trimmed  and  untrimmed,  also  silks,  satins,  and  velvets,  laces,  rib- 
bons, plushes,  veilings,  ruches,  illusions,  embroideries,  edgings, 
fringes,  ostrich  plumes,  tips,  feathers,  mounted  birds,  artificial 
flowers  and  fruits,  head  ornaments,  mourning  goods,  etc.  Hats  and 
bonnets  are  trimmed  to  order  at  the  shortest  notice  in  the  most  styl- 
ish and  artistic  manner  as  none  but  skilled  and  experienced  hands 
are  employed.  A  specialty  is  made  of  mourning  orders,  and  rush 
orders  where  customers  desire  to  wait,  while  prices  are  always  very 
reasonable.  Miss  Morgan  is  an  enterprising,  affable  and  courteous 
young  lady,  and  possessed  of  superior  business  ability  and  justly 
merits  the  success  she  has  attained  by  her  industry  and  perseverance. 

1>.  P.  GATES,  Groceries,  Provisions,  Teas,  Coffees,  Etc., 
No.  706  Main  Street.  Corner  of  Safford  Street.— Mr.  D.  P.  Gates  is  a 
Vermont  man  by  birth  and  education,  and  having  a  wide  range  of 
experience  in  mercantile  life  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  on  his 
own  responsibility  in  1872  on  the  opposite  side  of  the  street,  and  dur- 
ing the  same  year  he  began  the  erection  of  the  building  he  now 
utilizes  for  trade  purposes,  and  his  trade  from  the  outset  has  been  of 
the  most  flattering  character,  derived  principally  from  our  leading 
people  both  in  town  and  surrounding  vicinity.  The  space  utilized  for 
trade  purposes,  comprise  two  spacious  and  commodious  floors,  ad- 
mirably arranged  and  provided  with  every  convenience  to  facilitate 
business.  The  stock  carried  is  always  full  and  complete,  embracing 
absolutely  pure  and  fresh,  new  crop  young  Hyson,  Imperial,  Oolong, 
Pekoe,  gunpowder,  Japan,  English  breakfast  and  other  teas;  choice 
fragrant  Arabian,  Central,  and  South  American  coffees,  cocoas, 
chocolates  and  spices;  select  brands  of  canned  goods,  table  delica- 
cies, foreign  and  domestic  fruits,  sauces,  relishes,  condiments; 
sugars,  syrups  and  molasses,  confectionery,  choice  family  flour, 
fancy  cereal  and  farinaceous  foods;  prime  dairy  and  fancy  butter 
and  cheese;  farm  and  garden  products;  fresh  eggs,  pure  leaf  lard, 
salt  and  smoked  meats  andJish;  tobaccos  and  cigars,  brooms,  pails, 
brushes  and  kindred  household  articles,  bakers'  and  laundry  sup- 
plies, etc.,  in  fact  everything  usually  found  in  a  well  regulated  gro- 
cery house.  The  goods  sold  here  are  noted  for  their  excellence, 
purity  and  uniform  quality  and  lowest  prices.  The  store  is  a  model 
of  neatness  and  cleanliness,  patrons  receive  prompt  and  courteous 
attention,  and  orders  are  delivered  at  residence  free  of  charge.  Mr. 
Gates  is  courteous  and  at  all  times  painstaking  and  enterprising. 

CENTENNIAL,  HOUSE,  Mrs.  C.  Nolan,  Proprietress.  -The 
Centennial  House  opposite  the  railway  station,  in  Bennington,  was 
established  in  1876.  by  C.  Nolan,  who  built  and  opened  it.  In  1883, 
death  called  him  to  his  final  account  and  since  that  time,  his  worthy 
wife  has  managed  the  house  in  a  manner  so  successful  that  she  has 
surprised  her  most  intimate  friends.  The  Centennial  is  a  fine,  three- 
story  brick  building,  with  accommodations  for  fifty  to  sixty  guests. 
It  is  conducted  with  a  view  to  every  convenience  for  travelers  and 
boarders,  and  is  in  every  respect  a  first-class  house.  The  building  is 
lighted  by  electricity,  the  rooms  are  a  model  of  tidiness  and  from 
office  to  kitchen,  everything  is  orderly  and  attractive.  There  is  a 
good  livery  in  connection  with  the  house,  and  sample  rooms  are  pro- 
vided for  commercial  travelers.  Mrs.  Nolan  personally  sees  to  it 
that  the  table  is  provided  with  the  tenderest  roasts,  the  choicest 
game,  poultry,  desserts,  etc.,  and  no  person  goes  away  dissatisfied. 
Mrs.  Nolan,  the  proprietress,  has  lived  in  Vermont  for  the  past 
thirty-six  years.  She  is  a  strict  and  honorable  business  woman  and 
enjoys  the  good  will  of  a  wide  patronage. 


BENNINGTON,     VERMONT. 


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H.  Tn,  HARRIS,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Dealer  in  Iron  and 
Steel,  Hardware,  Cutlery. — Among  the  prominent  business  houses  of 
Bennington,  there  is  one  that  stands  eminent  in  trade  circles,  both 
in  the  point  of  age  and  reliability,  namely,  H.  M.  Harris,  of  Main 
Street.  This  business  was  established  in  1854,  by  S.  F.  Harris,  whose 
son,  the  present  proprietor,  succeeded  him  in  1886.  He  has  a  store 
25  X  150  feet,  and  a  floor  above  for  the  storage  of  goods,  his  business 
being  that  of  a  wholesale  and  retail  dealer  in  iron  and  steel,  hard- 
ware, cutlery,  knives,  shears,  razors,  scissors,  axes,  blacksmiths', 
carpenters',  locksmiths',  and  builders'  tools,  nails,  horse-shoes, paints, 
oils,  varnishes,  glass,  putty,  brushes,  shingles,  lath,  pine  boards, 
seasoned  flooring,  machine  clapboards,  hubs,  spokes.  Concord 
axles,  etc.  He  also  furnishes  bills  of  timber  on  short  notice.  He 
carries  every  variety  of  heavy  and  shelf  hardware,  house  and  car- 
riage trimmings,  etc.  Mr.  Harris  has  as  fine  a  stock  of  goods  as 
may  be  found  in  the  market  and  all  of  the  best  quality.  His  store  is 
neat  and  finely  appointed,  with  attractive  windows,  show-cases, 
counters,  etc.,  and  his  patronage  comes  from  the  leading  builders 
and  business  men  of  town.  Mr.  Harris  has  a  complete  knowledge 
of  every  phase  of  his  calling,  having  learned  the  business  from  its 
incipiency,  as  a  clerk  in  his  father's  store  up  to  the  time  of  assum- 
ing the  proprietorship.  He  is  noted  for  his  commercial  integrity, 
and  is  an  active  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  the  I.  O.  R.  M . . 

M.  H.  HOUGHTON,  Livery,  Feed  and  Sale  Stables.— An 
example  of  the  desirable  growth  of  patronage  that  follows  close, 
personal  attention  to  business,  may  be  found  in  the  case  of  M.  B. 
Houghton,  proprietor  of  the  livery,  feed  and  sale  stables  in  the  rear 
of  the  Putnam  House,  Bennington.  In  1880,  Mr.  Houghton  estab- 
lished his  business  in  a  small  way  in  Pleasant  Street,  starting  with 
three  horses  for  hire.  In  1882,  he  built  a  stable  on  Union  Street, 
where  he  carried  on  business  five  years,  and  in  1887,  he  moved  to  his 
present  location.  From  1881  to  1888,  the  business  was  conducted 
nnder  the  firm  name  of  Houghton  &  Qalucia,  the  partnership  having 
been  dissolved  in  March,  1888.  At  present  Mr.  Houghton  has  twenty- 
five  horses  in  use  for  livery  purposes,  and  in  addition  to  all  of 
the  Putnam  House  business,  he  has  a  large  transient  and  local  trade. 
His  stables  are  the  most  extensive  in  town,  requiring  from  six  to  nine 
employees  the  year  round.  He  has  fine  stock,  sleek  and  well  groomed 
roadsters  and  always  sends  his  teams  and  single  rigs  out  with  bright, 
atttractive  harness,  fine  carriages,  surreys,  buggies,  robes,  blankets, 
etc.,  in  the  best  of  style.  Mr.  Houghton  is  the  agent  for  five  carriage 
companies  and  sells  all  kinds  of  vehicles,  broughams,  victorias, 
traps,  dog  and  T  carts,  surreys,  buggies,  buckboards,  sulkies,  etc. 
He  also  sells  mowing  machines,  reapers,  horse  hay  rakes,  etc.  He 
owns  a  fine  stock  farm  in  connection  with  his  brother  at  Dover,  Vt., 
where  they  breed  blooded  horses.  For  six  years  he  was  engaged  as 
a  commercial  traveler  for  a  lightning  rod  firm  and  for  two  years 
was  a  member  of  the  company.  He  is  an  enterprising,  trustworthy 
business  man,  and  a  native  of  Vermont. 

THO.TIPSON'S  STEAOT  I^AUNDRV,  D.  A.  Thompson, 
Proprietor,  No.  713  Main  Street.— A  prominent,  well  patronized  and 
ably  conducted  laundry  is  that  of  Mr.  D.  A.  Thompson.  Mr.  Thomp- 
son is  a  Vermont  man  by  birth,  and  was  for  a  long  time  engaged  in 
a  paper  mill  and  decided  to  embark  in  this  business  in  1882,  but  dis- 
continued it  and  returned  to  his  old  business,  and  in  1887  he  again 
started  his  laundry,  and  from  this  date,  coupled  with  his  former 
experience  he  soon  developed  a  very  large  and  substantial  patronage 
extending  throughout  the  surrounding  vicinity.  The  premises  util- 
ized are  of  ample  dimensions,  commodious  and  fully  equipped  with 
the  latest  improved  appliances  and  devices  operated  by  steam  power, 
and  employment  is  given  to  none  but  skilled  and  experienced  hands. 
Every  precaution  is  taken  that  all  work  shall  be  executed  in  a  supe- 
rior manner.  A  specialty  is  made  of  fine  laces,  lace  curtains,  caps, 
shirts,  collars,  cuffs,  embroidered  skirts  and  other  underwear,  pillow 
and  sheet  shams;  linen  coats,  pants,  and  vests,  lawn,  cambric  and 
other  dresses  of  fine  texture,  also  to  woolen  blankets,  underwear, 
etc.  Work  is  called  for  and  delivered  free  of  charge  and  prices 
throughout  are  very  reasonable.  Mr.  Thompson  is  a  pleasant,  cour- 
teous and  straightforward  man  in  all  his  dealings.  He  is  a  highly 
respected  and  active  member  of  G.  A.  R..  having  served  for  three 
years  during  the  late  war  of  the  Rebellion,  having  enlisted  as  a  pri- 
vate, and  when  honorably  discharged  had  risen  to  the  position  of 
captain  and  participated  in  thirty -two  different  engagements. 


JOHN  H.  AYRESi,  Custom  Clothing,  and  Foreign  and 
Domestic  Cloths,  Hats,  Caps,  Gents '  Furnishing  Goods,  Etc.,  No. 
411  Main  Street.— Among  those  in  Bennington  none  have  achieved  a 
higher  reputation  for  producing  first-class  male  garments  and  more 
honorable,  reliable  business  methods  than  Mr.  John  H.  Ayres,  man- 
ufacturer of  custom  clothing,  dealer  in  foreign  and  domestic  cloths, 
etc.,  whose  popular  and  ably  conducted  emporium  of  fashion  is  lo- 
cated at  No.  411  Main  Street.  This  enterprising  gentleman  is  a  native 
of  New  York,  but  has  resided  in  this  state  since  he  was  six  years  of 
age.  Acquiring  a  thorough  knowledge  of  this  business  by  long  ex- 
perience and  observation  and  for  a  number  of  years  in  Mr.  G.  B.  Sib- 
ley's establishment  in  this  place,  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise 
on  his  own  account  on  South  Street  in  188-3,  and  as  his  trade  grew 
very  rapidly  he  was  obliged  to  seek  more  commodious  quarters 
and  better  facilities  to  meet  its  demands  and  he  accordingly  moved 
to  his  present  address  in  1888.  His  store  is  of  ample  dimensions, 
compactly  arranged  and  fitted  up  in  a  very  handsome  manner, 
provided  with  electric  lights  and  other  conveniences  for  the  advanta- 
geous display  of  this  fine  assortment  of  goods  and  their  inspection 
by  patrons.  His  stock  embraces  a  splendid  line  of  English,  French, 
German  and  American  broadcloths,  beavers,  cassimeres,  cheviots, 
tweeds,  meltons,  woolens,  worsteds,  etc.,  in  all  the  seasonable  and 
fashionable  styles  for  overcoatings,  suitings,  trouserings  and  vestings, 
from  which  customers  cannot  fail  to  make  a  selection.  These  goods 
are  made  up  to  order  in  the  very  latest  and  most  desirable  styles,  as 
none  but  the  most  skilled  and  experienced  workmen  are  given  em- 
ployment, and  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  as  to  fit,  comfort,  style, 
durability  and  workmanship,  while  prices  are  always  very  reasona- 
ble. He  also  carries  a  full  line  of  the  latest  correct  styles  in  fine  high 
silk  cassimere  hats,  round  and  flat  crown  Derby  hats,  Alpine  and 
other  shapes  in  soft  hats,  straw  goods,  fur  and  cloth  caps,  besides  a 
full  and  complete  line  of  men's  furnishing  goods.  Mr.  Ayres  is  an 
active,  pushing  and  progressive  business  man,  always  abreast  of  the 
changes  in  styles,  pleasant,  courteous  and  reliable  in  his  dealings  and 
is  an  active  member  of  the  Odd  Fellows'  Order,  also  of  the  Improved 
Order  of  Red  Men. 

EliM  TREE  HOUSE,  M.  J.  Guiltinan,  Proprietor.— The  Elm 
Tree  House  is  situated  in  North  Street,  and  has  for  its  proprietor  one 
of  the  most  genial  men  of  Bennington,  M.  J.  Guiltinan.  This 
hotel  was  erected  and  opened  to  the  public  by  M.  Haley  in  1872.  In 
the  year  1874,  an  addition  was  built,  doubling  it  in  size,  its  present 
dimensions  being  a  fine,  three-story  wooden  building,  with  accommo- 
dations for  fifty  to  sixty  guests.  From  six  to  ten  persons  are  em- 
ployed and  all  of  the  accommodations  of  a  first-class  hotel  are  ob- 
served, including  tidy  and  attractive  bedrooms,  a  fine  office,  dining- 
room,  sample  rooms,  billiard  parlor  and  barber  shop,  and  a  well-fur- 
nished public  parlor.  The  house  is  lighted  by  electricity.  Mr.  Haley 
is  still  the  owner  of  the  property.  In  1888,  he  leased  it  to  C.  Wheeler; 
in  1889,  W.  Taylor  managed  it,  and  in  December  1890,  Mr.  Guiltinan 
took  possession.  He  is  a  young  man,  a  native  of  Bennington  and 
began  life  as  clerk  in  the  hotel.  He  was  a  mail  agent  for  four 
years  and  has  finally  returned  to  hotel  life,  believing  that  to  be 
his  proper  calling.  He  has  won  the  confidence  of  travelers,  furnishes 
a  superior  table,  and  is  in  every  respect  a  popular  landlord. 

C.  D.  GIBSON,  Druggist.  No.  519  Main  Street.— The  profes- 
sion of  the  druggist  is  one  which  calls  for  the  combined  talents  of  the 
student  and  the  man  of  sound  business  judgment.  Such  an  one  is  Mr. 
C.  D.  Gibson,  the  popular  druggist  of  No.  519  Main  Street,  Benning- 
ton. He  has  been  established  in  business  since  1870,  and  has  a 
beautifully  arranged  and  tidy  store,  25  x  70  feet,  where  he  keeps  a  fine 
display  of  drugs,  patent  medicines,  elixirs,  salves,  herbs,  plasters, 
lint,  bandages,  surgical  instruments,  essential  oils,  extracts,  chemi- 
cals, a  full  line  of  confectionery,  stationery,  cigars,  tobacco,  toilet 
goods,  fancy  soaps,  perfumery,  manicure  sets,  notions,  sponges,  etc. 
Mr.  Gibson's  prescription  and  family  receipt  department  is  one  of  the 
commendable  features  of  his  place.  He  is  a  practical  druggist  and 
gained  his  knowledge  of  the  business  by  a  three  years'  clerkship  in  a 
drug  store.  He  is  reliable  and  honorable  in  all  of  his  work  and  a 
very  popular  member  of  business  and  social  circles.  He  made  a  gal- 
lant record  during  a  three  years  service  in  Com'"  v  C,  169th  N.  Y. 
Regiment,  and  was  in  twenty-six  hard  fou"'  ugagements  and  a 
number  of  skirmishes.  He  is  a  prominer-  .aber  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F. 
and  the  G.  A.  R. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH     OF 


S<IUIRE:  &  R.AWSON,  Watches,  Jewelry,  Silverware  and 
Optical  Goods,  No.  403  Main  Street.— An  established,  prosperous  and 
thoroughly  reliable  house  engaged  in  this  business  in  Bennington,  is 
that  of  Messrs.  Squire  &  Rawson.  This  old  and  popular  concern 
was  founded  originally  by  Bradley  &  Squire  in  1854,  succeeded  by 
F.N.  Squire,  who  conducted  it  with  increasing  success  alone  until  1887, 
when  Mr.  E.  E.  Rawson,  a  thoroughly  practical  man  and  a  native  of 
Massachusetts,  was  admitted  as  a  partner,  at  which  time  the  present 
firm  title  was  assumed.  They  occupy  a  spacious  and  commodious 
store,  admirably  arranged  and  very  liandsomely  equipped  with  every 
convenience  for  the  advantageous  display  of  their  large  and  valua- 
ble assortment  and  its  inspection  by  patrons.  The  stock  carried 
embraces  an  elegant  line  of  fine  gold  and  silver  European  and  Ameri- 
can watches  for  ladies  and  gentlemen  in  all  the  latest  styles, 
diamonds,  pearls,  rubies,  emeralds  and  other  rare  and  precious 
gems  mounted  in  the  most  unique  and  exquisite  styles;  wedding, 
engagement  and  souvenir  rings,  ear  rings,  pendants,  brooches, 
bracelets,  bangles,  shawj.  lace  and  scarf  pins;  necklaces,  watch 
chains,  charms,  lockets  and  chatelaines;  collar  and  cuff  buttons, 
shirt  studs,  art  novelties  in  gold,  silver,  brass,  bronze  and  zyprus; 
solid  gold,  silver  and  plated  ware;  French,  Swiss  and  American 
clocks,  fine  cutlery;  eye-glasses,  spectacles,  lenses,  opera  glasses  and 
other  optical  goods,  etc.  These  goods  have  been  selected  with  the 
greatest  care  to  meet  the  wants  of  a  first-class  trade,  are  unsur- 
passed in  quality,  beauty  of  design  and  workmanship  and  are  guar- 


anteed to  be  the  same  as  represented,  while  prices  are  the  very  low- 
est. A  specialty  is  the  repairing  of  fine  watches,  clocks  and  jewelry. 
Messrs.  Squire  and  Rawson  are  both  members  of  the  School 
Board,  also  of  the  Masonic  order,  and  are  always  among  the  fore- 
most to  advance  the  interests  of  the  town  and  their  follow  citizens. 

A.  M.  GRIFFITH,  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods,  Main  Street. 
— The  inception  of  this  business  dates  from  1886,  when  it  was  founded 
by  A.  M.  Griffith,  and  from  the  beginning  has  been  accorded  a  very 
liberal  and  substantial  patronage,  numbering  among  its  customers 
many  of  the  leading  families  in  the  town  and  district.  The  sales- 
room is  handsomely  fitted  up,  admirably  arranged  and  lighted  by 
electricity,  and  it  is  fully  stocked  with  a  complete  assortment  of 
imported  and  domestic  millinery  and  straw  goods,  feathers,  flowers, 
ribbons,  silks,  fancy  goods  in  profusion,  and  millinery  specialties  of 
every  description.  Two  experienced  assistants  are  in  constant  em- 
ployment, and  hats  and  bonnets  are  trimmed  to  order  in  all  the 
newest  and  most  fashionable  Parisian  and  New  York  styles.  This 
business  continues  to  show  a  steady  and  firm  growth,  and  an  inspec- 
tion of  the  splendid  and  superior  stock  of  finery  to  be  found  here  is 
invited.  In  the  millinery  parlor  a  variety  of  trimmed  millinery  ig 
always  on  exhibition,  including  all  the  latest  novelties  as  soon  as 
introduced,  and  all  orders  at  the  shortest  notice  for  mourning  goods 
are  promptly  fulfilled.  The  proprietor  of  this  house  is  a  native  of 
Vermont,  and  is  a  most  energetic,  straightforward  business  man. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

SPRINGFIELD. 


^O  ^PRINGFIELD     is     a     township     in     the     southeast     corner     of     Windsor     County     and     is 

*  bounded    north    by   Weathersfield,    east"   by    Connecticut    River,    which    separates    it    from 

Charlestown    N.    H.,    south    by  Rockingham,  and    west    by    Chester    and    a   small    part   of 

Baltimore.       It    lies    70    miles    southeast    from    Montpelier,    and    south    from    Woodstock    25 

miles.       Its    population    according    to   the    last    census   3,145.       It   was    chartered   August    20, 

1761,    containing    26,400    acres.       Among   the    first    settlers    were    Mr.     Simeon    Stevens    and 

the    Hon.    Lewis    R.    Morris. 

There    are   two   villages   in    the  town.       The    North   village    is  four    miles    north    of   the   principal 

village    and   contains  two   churches,    and    several    manufactories,  one,    devoted    to   the    manufacture   of 

fancy   boxes,    one    to    lumber,     and    one    to    cheese,    also    a    mill   for    meal    and   feed.      It    has   three 

merchants    and    one    physician. 

The  principal  village  of  Springfield  is  located  on  Black  River  at  the  falls,  4^  miles  from 
its   junction    with   the    Connecticut. 

The  scenery  all  about  the  village  is  highly  romantic  and  interesting.  More  than  forty 
years  ago  the  production  of  silk  received  considerable  attention  here  and  more  than  1,000  lbs. 
of  cocoons   were    produced    in    one    year. 

Among  the  minerals  found  here  may  be  mentioned  granite  suitable  for  building,  quartz 
suitable  for  making  sand  paper,  limestone,  mica  slate,  tremolite,  epidote,  serpentine,  titanium, 
scapolite,  hornblende,  garnet,  aluminous  slate,  and  galena.  The  early  inhabitants  were  exten- 
sively engaged  in  raising  stock  and  some  of  the  finest  horses  and  cattle  in  market  were  to  be 
found  in  these  farm  yards.  They  also  produced  great  quantities  of  maple  sugar.  This 
village  beinp-  supplied  with  abundant  water-power  soon  attracted  the  attention  of  capitalists,  and 
manufactories  ^egan  to  spring  up  on  the  banks  of  this  rapid  river  that  had  for  years  been 
considered  of  l  Mttle  importance  except  for  turning  the  wheels  of  the  grist  and  saw  mills  of 
the    town. 


SPRINGFIELD,     VERMONT. 


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In  the  Springfield  of  to-day  we  find  a  population  of  3,145.  A  National  Bank  and  a 
Savings  Bank,  eight  churches,  viz :  Congregational,  Episcopal,  Independent  Methodist,  Metho- 
dist,   Roman    Catholic   and    two   Universalist. 

No  town  of  its  size  has  better  public  schools.  At  the  head  of  the  list  stands  the  High 
School   with   its   more   advanced   course    of  study. 

MANUFACTURES. 

Ever  since  this  town  began  to  make  real  growth  the  people  have  been  prompt  to 
encourage  every  legitimate  enterprise  that  has  been  undertaken.  Among  the  articles  manufact- 
ured here  may  be  mentioned,  adjustable  carriage  tops,  agricultural  implements,  bobbins,  boots 
and  shoes,  carriages  and  sleighs,  cabs,  sleds  and  toys,  children's  barouches,  wheel-barrows, 
sleighs,  etc.,  churns  and  thermometers,  clothes-pins  and  jointed  dolls,  cotton  warps  and  yarn, 
channeling  machines,  and  mechanics'  tools,  shearing  and  brushing  machines.  Butter  is  exten- 
sively made  by  the  Springfield  Creamery  Co.  The  enterprise  of  its  business  men  and  the 
multiplication    of   manufacturing   establishments    have   greatly   increased   the   general   trade. 

Springfield  has  many  attractions  from  a  manufacturing  and  commercial  point  of  view,  and 
also  as  a  place  of  residence.  The  village  is  desirably  located  and  its  eligibility  as  a  place  of 
residence   has   exerted    a   powerful    influence   in    the    development   of   its   natural    resources. 

The  people  are  generally  occupied  in  some  useful  sphere  of  labor,  and  the  homes  of  all 
classes  have  an  air  of  comfort  and  respectability  about  them.  The  climate  is  a  very  healthy 
one. 

The  leading  houses  in  the  various  avenues  of  trade  are  noticed  in  detail  in  subsequent 
pages. 


RANNEY  &  PERKINS,  Dealers  in  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods, 
Carpets  and  Oil  Cloths,  Corner  Store. — A  prosperous  and  popular  es- 
tablishment in  Springfield  is  that  of  Messrs.  Ranney  &  Perkins,  deal- 
ers in  dry  and  fancy  goods,  carpets  and  oil  cloths,  etc.  This  popular 
concern  was  founded  some  years  ago  by  Messrs.  H.  H.  Fletcher  &  Co., 
and  was  conducted  by  them  with  excellent  success  until  3889,  when 
they  were  succeeded  by  the  present  firm  of  Messrs.  Ranney  &  Per- 
kins. The  members  of  the  firm  are  Mr.  T.  T.  Ranney,  who  had  for- 
merly resided  in  Indian  Territory  and  coming  east  acquired  a  wide 
range  of  experience  in  this  line  as  a  clerk  in  New  Hampshire  and  in 
Montpelier,  this  state;  and  Mr.  C.  D.  Perkins,  a  native  of  New  Hamp- 
shire, also  formerly  a  clerk  in  this  line  and  a  traveling  salesman  in 
the  small  wares  business,  and  under  this  enterprising  management 
and  direction  their  patronage  is  steadily  increasing  in  volume  and  in- 
fluence. Their  store  is  of  ample  dimensions,  commodious  and  very 
neatly  fitted  up,  while  every  convenience  is  provided  for  the  success- 
ful prosecution  of  the  business.  The  stock  is  large  and  complete  and 
embraces  every  variety  of  dry  and  fancy  goods,  including  fine  for- 
eign and  domestic  cloths  and  cassimeres,  silks,  velvets,  satins,  plushes, 
cashmeres,  merinos,  mohairs,  and  other  fine  imported  dress  fabrics, 
linens,  flannels,  woolens,  bedding  materials,  ginghams,  plaids,  wool- 
ens, prints,  muslins  and  wash  fabrics  of  all  kinds,  also  shawls,  cloaks, 
sacques,  jackets,  jerseys,  wraps,  etc.  In  the  fancy  goods  depart- 
ment will  be  found  silk,  satin  and  velvet  ribbons,  laces,  edgings,  em- 
broideries, braids,  fringes,  besides  notions  and  small  wares  in  endless 
profusion.  Their  assortment  of  carpets  embraces  fine  body  Brussels, 
Wiltons,  Moquettes,  tapestries,  two  and  three  plies,  also  oil  cloths  in 
all  patterns  and  widths,  curtains  and  their  fittings,  etc.  This  stock 
has  been  most  carefully  selected,  and  includes  all  the  very  latest 
styles,  patterns  and  shades,  while  prices  are  very  reasonable. 
Messrs.  Ranney  &  Perkins  are  energetic,  popular  and  industrious 
merchants,  honorable  and  reliable,  and  are  highly  esteemed  by  all 
with  whom  they  have  any  dealings.  Both  are  prominent  and  active 
members  of  the  Odd  Fellows  Order. 


C.  H.  MOORE,  Retailer  of  Men's,  Youths'  and  Boys'  Clothing, 
Blue  Store,  Woolson's  Block.— A  representative  clothing  establish- 
ment in  Springfield  is  that  of  Mr.  C.  H.  Moore,  who  became  successor 
to  Mr.  O.  M.  Doubleday  in  1887  at  this  eligible  location,  which  has 
been  occupied  as  a  clothing  store  for  many  years  past.     Mr.  Moore 


brings  vast  practical  experience  to  bear  on  this  enterprise,  having 
been  formerly  employed  as  a  clerk  in  a  clothing  store  before  branch- 
ing out  for  himself.  He  possesses  a  cultivated  taste  in  the  selection 
of  all  his  first-class  and  stylish  goods,  and  is  therefore  able  to  offer  to 
his  patrons  at  all  times  the  latest  novelties  in  men's,  boys',  youths' 
and  children's  outfitting  goods  of  every  description,  and  merits  the 
inspection  of  all  classes  of  the  public.  The  store  occupied  has  a 
width  of  25  feet  and  a  depth  of  80  feet,  and  is  most  perfect  in  its  fit- 
tings and  appointments,  while  the  arrangement  is  such  as  to  secure 
every  convenience  to  customers,  who  find  displayed  here  an  endless 
assortment  of  ready-made  clothing,  suited  to  the  wants  of  all  classes, 
being  of  the  finest  and  most  durable  material,  the  best  workmanship 
and  correct  in  fit  and  style.  A  full  and  complete  line  of  fine  furnish- 
ing goods  of  every  description,  including  underwear,  shirts,  hosiery, 
suspenders,  neckwear,  etc.,  also  a  fine  assortment  of  trunks,  bags, 
satchels,  etc.,  is  constantly  handled.  A  leading  specialty  of  this 
house  is  gentlemen's  fur  coats,  and  the  prices  asked  are  as  low  as  is 
consistent  with  first-class  goods.  Mr.  Moore  is  a  native  of  this  state, 
and  has  developed^  flourishing  and  permanent  trade  in  this  town  and 
its  environments.  From  one  to  three  affable  and  obliging  clerks  are 
in  constant  attendance  in  the  salesroom. 

O.  R.  PERRIN,  Photographer.— Mr.  G.  B.  Perrin  is  an  artist 
of  ripe  experience,  rare  skill  and  judgment,  and  a  thorough  master 
of  all  the  different  methods  and  new  processes  that  have  recently 
been  introduced  in  the  art  of  photography.  In  fine  portraiture  and 
in  making  pictures  he  omits  nothing,  not  even  the  most  trifling  de- 
tail, and  the  result  is  likenesses  of  artistic  finish  and  superior  excel- 
lence. A  general  photographic  business  is  conducted,  and  orders 
for  oils,  ink,  pastels,  crayons  and  water  colors  are  promptly  exe- 
cuted with  commendable  skill  in  the  highest  style  of  the  art.  The 
premises  occupied  consist  of  two  rooms  on  the  second  floor,  most 
conveniently  and  handsomely  arranged  for  the  reception  of  patrons, 
while  the  operating  room  is  provided  with  the  latest  and  best  appli- 
ances, including  scenic  backgrounds  and  other  necessary  auxiliaries. 
The  original  founder  of  this  business  was  Mr.  W.  H.  Swans  in  1875, 
and  not  until  1883  did  the  present  proprietor  assume  entire  control, 
under  whose  able  and  efficient  management  this  studio  is  most  liber- 
ally patronized.  Mr.  Perrin  is  a  young  man,  a  native  of  Massachu- 
setts. 


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C.  A.  LELAND  &  SON,  Dry  Goods.  Boots  and  Shoes,  Crock- 
ery, Etc.— A  very  old  and  influential  house  here  is  that  of  C.  A.  & 
G.  F.  Leland,  known  as  C.  A.  Leland  &  Sou,  dealers  in  dry  goods, 
groceries,  boots  and  shoes,  crockery,  etc.  This  business  was  estab- 
lished in  18G5,  by  Coff  &  Dartt;  succeeded  by  Hay  ward  &  Coflf,  then 
by  Coflf&  Durbey;  and  in  1882  by  Leland  &  Son.  They  occupy  a 
fine  two-story  building  and  basement,  44  x  50  feet,  the  store  being 
double,  with  two  entrances.  They  have  given  especial  attention  to 
the  careful  arrangement  of  their  place,  everything  in  it  being  of  the 
first  quality,  while  the  place  is  tidy  and  attractive.  They  employ 
from  four  to  six  persons  and  have  a  patronage  from  the  best  families 
of  Springfield.  Messrs.  Leland  &  Son  deal  in  dress  goods,  satins, 
silks,  velvets,  cloths,  cottons,  calicos,  cambrics,  linens,  muslins,  flan- 
nels, woolens,  ladies'  underwear,  chemises,  drawers,  skirts,  hose, 
corsets,  fancy  goods,  laces,  ribbons,  gloves,  trimmings,  threads, 
twists,  yarns,  crochet  work,  embroidery,  jewelry,  belts,  ornaments, 
boots,  shoes,  gaiters,  over-gaiters,  rubbers,  men's,  women's  and  chil- 
dren's shoes;  all  kinds  of  crockery  and  glassware,  groceries,  sugar, 
tea,  coffee,  spices,  canned  goods,  confections,  tobacco,  cigars,  vege- 
tables, butter,  flour,  eggs,  cheese,  jellies,  extracts,  etc.  The  value  of 
their  stock  is  about  $18,000  which  at  once  endorses  its  reliabil  ity  and 
quality.  Mr.  0.  A.  Leland  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  has  held  the 
office  of  selectman  and  other  public  positions.  G.  F.  Leland  is  a 
native  of  Vermont,  and  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  is  a  K.  T. 


ORRIN  E.  NOYES,  Merchant  Tailor,  Dealer  in  Sewing  Ma- 
chines, Etc. — This  popular  house  was  founded  originally  many 
years  ago  by  Mr.  James  Kidder,  and  was  conducted  by  him  with  ex- 
cellent success  until  1878,  when  he  was  succeeded  by  the  present 
proprietor,  who  is  a  native  of  this  state  and  for  many  years  a  resi- 
dent of  Springfield.  Mr.  Noyes  is  a  thoroughly  experienced  and 
practical  man  in  all  branches  of  this  trade,  and  under  his  able  direc- 
tion his  trade  has  increased  to  its  present  widespread  proportions 
and  influences,  numbering  among  his  regular  patrons  many  who 
reside  in  other  portions  of  the  state  and  some  in  the  city  of  Boston. 
The  premises  utilized  for  the  business  comprise  a  large  well  fur- 
nished store  with  workshop  attached,  and  employment  is  given  to  a 
full  force  of  skilled  and  experienced  hands  whose  operations  are 
conducted  under  his  immediate  personal  supervision.  The  sales- 
room contains  a  splendid  assortment  of  English,  French,  German 
and  domestic  cloths,  beavers,  cassimeres,  meltons,  cheviots,  woolens, 
worsted,  etc.,  for  overcoats,  suitings,  trouserings,  vesting^s,  etc.,  in 
all  the  very  latest,  correct  and  most  fashionable  patterns  and  styles. 
Measures  are  taken  and  fittings  are  made  after  the  most  scientific 
and  approved  methods,  and  orders  are  executed  promptly  while 
satisfaction  is  guaranteed  as  to  fit,  elegance  in  style,  durability  and 
workmanship.  His  stock  of  furnishings  embraces  fine  dress  and 
flannel  negligee  shirts,  collars,  cuffs,  underwear  in  all  grades  and 
styles,  latest  novelties  in  neckwear,  hosiery,  gloves,  suspenders,  col 
lar  and  cuff  buttons,  scarf  pins  and  studs;  canes,  umbrellas,  while 
his  assortment  of  headwear  includes  the  most  fashionable  styles  in 
high  silk,  cassimere,  Derby  and  soft  hats,  straw,  fur  and  cloth  hats 
and  caps  in  their  season.  He  also  carries  a  fine  assortment  of  the 
celebrated  Domestic,  Wheeler  and  Wilson,  New  Home  and  Standard 
sewing  machines  together  with  all  their  fittings  and  supplies.  He  is 
also  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Iron  Hall. 


A.  O.  CORURN,  Hardware,  Stoves,  Tinware,  Lead  Pipe,  Belt- 
ing, Farming  Tools,  Churns,  House  Furnishing  Goods,  Etc.— One 
must  go  back  in  mind  for  a  half  century  to  discover  the  date  of  the 
establishment  of  the  business  now  carried  on  in  Springfield  by  A.  O. 
Coburn,  dealer  in  hardware,  stoves,  tinware,  lead  pipe,  belting,  farm- 
ing tools,  churns,  house  furnishing  goods,  etc.  The  founder  of  this 
house  was  B.  F.  Wheldon,  somewhere  about  1840.  He  was  succeeded 
by  E.  Ingham;  he,  by  Hay  ward  Bros, ;  they  by  J.  Martin  &  Co.,  then 
came  Harlow  &  Coburn,  next,  Harlow  &  Kirke,  then  Putnam  & 
Pulsipher,  followed  by  W.  H.  H.  Putnam;  and  in  188G  by  A.  O.  Co- 
burn.  He  has  an  elegant  store,  consisting  of  two  floors,  25  x  85  feet, 
besides  three  storerooms.  He  employs  from  three  to  five  persons, 
and  carries  a  very  rich  stock  of  goods.  He  manufactures  and  re- 
pairs tin  and  sheet  iron,  does  plumbing,  gas  and  steam  fitting,  and 
sells  shelf  and  heavy  hardware,  spades,  shovels,  rakes,  hoes,  nails, 
carpenters',  builders',  carriage  makers'  and  smiths'  tools,  sand  paper, 
tinware,  kettles,  basins,  cups,  dippers,  sieves,  pans,  kitchen  stove- 
furniture,  ranges,  base  burners,  furnaces,  grates,  wooden-ware, 
drain  pipes,  etc.  Mr.  Coburn  is  a  practical  tin  worker.  He  has  been 
in  the  hardware  business  for  years  and  a  member  of  various  firms. 
He  was  sole  proprietor  of  a  store  in  Rutland.  He  is  a  native  of  Ver- 
mont, and  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  the  G.  A.  R.  He  gal- 
lantly served  his  country  a  year  in  Company  C,  4th  Vt.  Regiment. 

liEVI  ROUFFARD,  Baker  and  Dealer  in  Fruits,  Spices,  Etc. 
—Mr.  Levi  Bouffard,  first  established  this  business  in  Lebanon,  N. 
H.,  in  1877,  and  afterwards  removed  to  Springfield  four  years  later 
where  he  has  since  conducted  a  most  prosperous  enterprise.  The- 
premises  occupied  are  completely  equipped  in  every  respect  with  the 
most  improved  appliances  and  appurtenances,  while  two  expert  and 
experienced  hands  are  employed.  All  kinds  of  bread,  cakes,  pies, 
pastry,  cookies,  etc.,  are  manufactured  here,  from  the  freshest,, 
purest  and  and  most  superior  class  of  goods,  all  of  which  toothsome 
edibles  are  sold  at  the  lowest  market  prices,  and  the  stock  is  replen- 
i.shed  daily.  In  addition  to  "the  staff  of  life  "  and  kindred  products,  Mr. 
Bouffard  deals  extensively  in  all  kinds  of  foreign  and  domestic  fruits, 
spices,  and  hermetically  sealed  canned  goods  of  every  description. 
All  orders  receive  prompt  and  careful  attention,  and  goods  arede- 
livered  to  any  part  of  the  town  free  of  charge.  Mr.  Bouffard  is  a 
native  of  Canada. 

M.  liA  FOUNTAIN,  Tailor.— A  representative  and  expert 
merchant  tailor  of  long  experience  is  M.  La  Fountain,  who  first  es- 
tablished himself  in  business  in  iai7,  and  after  conducting  ii  most 
successfully  for  twenty  years,  his  health  having  failed,  he  retired  until 
this  present  year,  when  he  re-established  this  enterprise  in  the  pres- 
ent eligible  location.  Mr.  La  Fountain  occupies  a  commodious  and 
handsomely  fitted  up  store,  and  displays  one  of  the  finest  assort- 
ments of  imported  and  domestic  suitings,  vestings,  trousering,  cassi- 
meres, overcoatings,  etc.,  to  be  met  with  this  side  of  the  metropolis. 
The  work  done  by  this  house  is  invariably  of  the  highest  degree  of 
artistic  and  mechanical  excellence,  and  all  patrons  are  guaranteed 
perfect  satisfaction  as  to  fit,  style,  finish  and  durability.  The  pa- 
tronage of  this  house  is  drawn  from  the  best  custom  of  the  town 
and  suburban  districts,  and  all  orders  for  garments  represent  de- 
cided bargains,  being  the  greatest  value  ever  offered  for  the  money 
in  this  market.  Mr.  La  Fountain  is  a  native  of  Canada,  but  has. 
resided  in  this  vicinity  since  he  was  a  child. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

WHITE  RIVER  JUNCTION. 


HITE  RIVER  JUNCTION  is  a  growing  village  in  the  town  of  Hartford,  Windsor 
county;  and  bounded  on  the  north  by  Norwich,  east  by  Connecticut  River, 
which  separates  it  from  Lebanon,  N.  H.,  south  by  Hartland  and  west  by  Pomfret. 
Its  population  according  to  the  last  census  was  2,955.  The  town  obtained  its 
charter  July  4,  1761  and  contains  about  46  square  miles.  The  first  settlers  were 
Elijah,  Solomon,  and  Benjamin  Strong,  who  emigrated  from  Connecticut  in  1764.  The 
town  was  organized  Marsh  8,  1768,  and  Elijah  Strong  was  the  first  town  clerk. 
Joseph  Marsh,  a  prominent  man  in  the  early  history  of  Vermont  was  a  resident  of  Hartford. 
He  was  a  native  of  Lebanon,  Conn.,  and  came  to  this  town  in  1772.  In  1775  he  was  chosen  a 
delegate  to  the  convention  of  the  province  of  New  York  on  matters  relating  to  the  Revolution, 
much  of  the  eastern  part  of  Vermont,  at  this  period,  acknowledging  the  authority  of  that  pro- 
vince. He  was  a  member  of  the  convention  which  formed  the  first  constitution  of  Vermont  in 
1777  and  was  the  first  Lieutenant-Governor  of  the  state.  This  town  was  the  birthplace  of  the 
Rev.  James  Marsh ;  a  grandson  of  Joseph  Marsh,  who  was  at  one  time  Professor  in  the 
University   of   Vermont. 

In  this  township  are  six  villages,  viz.:  White  River  Junction,  Hartford  and  West  Hart- 
ford on  the  Central  Vermont  R.  R.,  Dewey's  Mills  and  Quechee  on  the  Woodstock  R. 
R.  and  Alcott,  on  the  Passumpsic  R.  R.  The  largest  and  principal  village  is  White  River 
Junction,  which  was  incorporated  by  the  Legislature  of  1890.  It  possesses  excellent  railroad 
facilities,  being  located  at  the  junction  of  the  Central  Vermont  and  the  Passumpsic  railroads. 
It  has  one  first-class  hotel,  and  one  of  the  best  depot  restaurants  in  the  state.  It  has  two 
banks,  one  National  and  a  Savings  Bank.  The  public  schools  are  of  the  best,  being  carefully 
graded  and  under  the  direction  of  sui^erior  teachers.  The  public  library  is  large  when  the 
number   of   the    population    is   considered,    and   excellent   apartments    are    devoted   to   it. 

The  Episcopal,  Methodist,  Roman  Catholic  and  Universalist  societies  are  represented  here 
and  all  have  substantial  church  edifices.  The  town  is  lighted  by  electricity,  and  abundantly 
supplied  with  water  by  the  Hartford  Water  Co.,  which  was  incorporated  by  the  legislature  of 
1890. 

White  River  Junction  has  a  fertile,  agricultural  district  tributary  to  it,  and  possessing  as  it 
does  abundant  water-power,  its  manufactories  are  notable.  The  confectionery  and  crackers  man- 
ufactured here  have  a  wide  reputation.  Granite  monuments  and  curbing  and  marble  monu- 
ments are  extensively  produced  here.  In  Quechee,  another  village  of  the  township,  are  woolen 
and  lumber  mills;  in  Olcott  a  pulp  and  paper  mill  and  lumber  mill.  The  Hartford  Woolen 
Co.  is  located  at  Hartford  village,  and  here  are  also  manufactories  of  carriages  and  sleighs, 
harness    and    agricultural    implements. 

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Main  Street,  Showing  Junction  House. 


WHITE     RIVER    JUNCTION,     VERMONT. 


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QEORGE:  W.  SiniTH,  Baker  and  Confectioner.— One  of  the 
marked  instances  of  succesful  business  development  in  Vermont,  is 
tliat  afforded  by  the  career  of  Mr.  Geo.  W.  Smith,  the  well-known 
baker  and  confectioner  in  this  village,  who  has  built  up  a  trade  of 
great  and  growing  magnitude  by  reason  of  the  manifest  purity  and 
superiority  of  his  productions.  The  business  so  successfully  con- 
ducted by  him  was  founded  in  1815,  at  Hanover,  N.  H.  In  1869,  the 
firm  of  E.  K.  Smith  &  Son  was  organized,  by  the  admission  of  Mr. 
Geo.  W.  Smith  to  partnership,  and  in  1871  the  business  was  removed 
to  White  River  Junction.  In  1877  the  honored  senior  partner  and 
founder  of  the  business  died,  after  a  long,  honorable  and  successful 
business  career,  and  the  present  proprietor  succeeded  to  the  sole 
control.  The  spacious  bakery  and  confectionery  are  equipped  with 
every  modern  improvement  and  facility  for  insuring  rapid  and  per- 
fect production,  and  the  business  is  constantly  on  the  increase.    The 


is  a  large  owner  of  real  estate  in  town,  is  president  of  the  National 
Bank  of  White  River  Junction,  president  of  the  White  River  Paper 
Company,  president  of  the  Connecticut  River  Valley  Fair  Ai?socia- 
tion,  president  of  the  Fair  Ground  Railroad  Company,  and  prominent 
in  every  movement  for  the  upbuilding  and  promotion  of  the  pros- 
perity of  the  community.  He  has  long  been  a  leader  of  the  democ- 
racy of  the  state,  has  been  the  candidate  of  the  party  for  member  of 
Congress  and  for  lieutenant-governor,  and  is  equally  esteemed  in 
political,  social  and  business  circles. 

NATIONAIi  BANK  OF  IVHITE  RIVER  JUNC- 
TION, Geo.  W.  Smith,  President;  E.  Morris,  Vice-president;  J.  L. 
Bacon,  Cashier.— There  is  no  more  unfailing  barometer  of  the  spirit 
of  progress  prevailing  in  any  community  than  the  bank,  sustaining 
as  it  does  such  close,  important  relations  to  all  interests,  mercantile 


"Hanover  crackers,"  the  .specialty  of  this  enterprising  house,  have 
proved  a  gratifying  revelation  to  the  trade  and  public,  and  have 
sprung  into  wide  popularity  and  growing  demand.  They  are  found 
in  every  first-class  grocery  store  in  the  state,  and  wherever  once 
introduced  are  preferred  by  dealers  to  all  other  makes,  on  account  of 
their  great  salability  and  unequalled  merits.  As  a  confectioner,  Mr. 
Smith  has  shown  marked  enterprise  in  widening  the  field  of  his  styles 
and  novelties  in  flavors  and  combinations,  and  confectioners  hand- 
ling his  goods  can  meet  every  taste  and  fancy  in  pure  and  wholesale 
confectionery.  Mr.  Smith  believes  in  giving  the  public  the  best  only. 
He  consequently  uses  only  the  finest  flour,  the  choicest  sugars, 
flavors,  extracts  and  vegetable  colors,  all  manipulated  by  his  own 
processes,  with  the  result  that  purchasers  accept  the  goods  bearing 
his  name  as  proof  of  quality  and  demand  them  preferentially  to  any 
other.  Mr.  Smith  is  still  in  the  active  prime  of  life,  and  a  gentle- 
man of  great  natural  ability,  coupled  with  sterling  qualities  of  head 
and  heart  that  are  duly  appreciated  by  a  wide  circle  of  friends.    He 


industrial  and  agricultural,  as  well  as  financial.  The  National  Bank 
of  White  River  Junction  was  incorporated  in  1886,  with  a  capital  of 
$100,000  and  is  officered  as  follows,  viz:  president.  Geo.  W  Smith; 
vice-president,  Ephraim  Morris;  cashier,  J.  L.  Bacon;  directors, 
Geo.  W.  Smith,  Ephraim  Morris,  Wyman  Pattee,  J.  C.  Parker,  J.  L. 
Bacon.  It  is  a  bank  of  issue,  deposit  and  discount,  negotiating  loans, 
making  collections,  handling  first-class  commercial  paper  and  en- 
gaging in  all  transactions  that  are  a  legitimate  part  of  its  character. 
A  valuable  and  increasing  list  of  patrons  is  drawn  to  its  counters, 
the  ability  of  the  management  and  the  high  standing  of  its  officers 
and  directors  giving  every  guarantee  of  the  intelligent  conservation 
of  all  interests  committed  to  its  care.  Although  founded  upon  a 
rock,  it  has  each  twelve  months  been  raised  above  the  level  of  the 
year  before,  and  on  the  first  of  July,  1890,  it  had  a  surplus  and  profits 
of  $8,736.74,  with  deposits  amounting  to  $136,818.42.  Its  principal 
characteristics  are  those  which  tend  to  inspire  and  maintain  success, 
to  wit:  ample  capital,  good  connections,  unlimited  backing,  the  re- 


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spect  and  confidence  of  all  in  commercial  circles  and  the  higiiest 
standing  in  the  financial  world.  It  is  not  pervaded  with  ''old  fogy- 
ism,"  but  has  in  every  particular  kept  abreast  of  the  times,  its  man- 
agement being  marked  by  that  spirit  of  cautious  enterprise  and  vig- 
orous conservatism  which  marks  out  new  paths  and  follows  them 
safely.  These  are  among  the  great  factors  that  produce  a  sound 
and  healthy  bank.  Commercial  and  industrial  enterprises  find  in 
this  bank  a  staunch  friend  and  supporter,  all  its  influence  being  ex- 
erted in  favor  of  their  extension.  Its  executive  officers  are  gentle- 
men with  whom  it  is  a  pleasure  to  do  business.  Prompt,  obliging 
and  efficient  in  their  dealings  with  the  public,  they  are  naturally  pop- 
ular and  uphold  the  credit  of  the  bank  in  their  own  individuality,  in 
both  financial,  commercial  and  social  life.  The  president,  Mr.  Smith, 
is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  and  is  widely  known  in  business  cir- 
cles in  connection  with  the  manufacture  of  the  justly  celebrated 
"Hanover  crackers,"  being  proprietor  of  the  leading  bakery  and 
confectionery  in  this  section  of  the  country.  He  is  the  owner  of 
Smith  Block  in  which  the  bank  is  located,  and  a  large  amount  of 
other  real  estate,  is  president  of  the  White  River  Paper  Company, 
the  Connecticut  River  Valley  Fair  Association,  and  the  Fair  Ground 
Railroad  Company,  and  has  been  the  candidate  of  the  Democratic 
party  for  member  of  congress  and  for  lieutenant-governor  of  the 
state.  Mr.  Morris,  the  vice-president,  was  born  in  Hartford,  and  is 
president  of  the  Hartford  Wool  Company,  treasurer  of  another 
wool  company,  and  managing  director  in  both.  The  cashier,  Mr. 
Bacon,  is  a  native  of  Chelsea,  Vt.,  was  cashier  for  three  years  of  the 
First  National  Bank  of  which  his  father  is  president,  and  has  been 
trained  in  banking  and  finance  from  his  youth  up;  and  is  a  young 
man  of  wide  acquaintance  and  eminent  popularity  in  social  and 
business  circles,  and  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  and  o£  the  I.  O, 
O.  F.,  and  treasurer  of  the  town  of  Hartford. 

BOG1.E  BROTHERS,  Successors  to  T.  F.  and  M.  J.  Bogle- 
Jobbers  of  Fine  Gold  and  Plated  Jewelry,  American  and  Foreign 
Watches,  Clocks,  Gold  and  Silver  Cases,  Optical  Goods,  Etc.— A 
leading  and  reliable  jewelry  firm  at  White  River  Junction,  firmly 
established  and  with  every  promise  of  continued  prosperity  is  that 
conducted  by  Bogle  Brothers.  There  is  a  Tale  of  Two  Cities  involved 
in  the  house  as  it  was  originally  opened  at  Brattleboro,  Vt.,  with  T. 
F.  and  M.  J.  Bogle  as  proprietoi-s,  and  C.  C.  Bogle  as  manager. 
This  was  in  1880  and  after  eleven  years  of  prosperous  business  in  that 
city,  a  new  co-partnership  was  formed  by  C.  C.  Bogle  and  B.  L. 
Bogle,  who  constitute  the  present  firm.  Mr.  C.  C.  Bogle  was  engaged 
in  business  with  Messrs.  Cheney  &  Clapp  of  Brattleboro,  Vt.,  from 
1872  to  1875.  In  1875  he  started  in  the  jewelry  business  under  the 
firm  name  of  T.  F.  &  M.  J.  Bogle  in  which  he  prosperously  contin- 
tinued  till  1880,  when  he  succeeded  to  the  business  in  partnership 
with  his  brother  B.  L.  Bogle.  For  reasons  satisfactory  to  these  gen- 
tlemen, their  business  was  removed  to  this  city  and  the  success  met 
with  from  the  outset  has  precluded  any  possibility  of  regret  for  the 
change  made.  They  have  won  popular  favor  because  of  the  fairness 
and  good  faith  with  which  they  have  dealt,  the  high  quality  of  their 
goods  and  the  reasonable  terms  upon  which  they  are  sold.  They 
are  jobbers  of  fine  solid  gold  and  plated  jewelry,  American  and  for- 
eign watches,  clocks,  gold  and  silver  watch  cases,  optical  goods, 
silver  plated  ware,  tools  and  materials.  They  were  admirably  located 
in  Smith's  handsome  new  block  near  the  depot,  occupying  two  floors, 
each  20  X  40  feet,  but  their  business  has  increased  to  such  an  extent 
that  it  necessitated  more  commodious  quarters  and  the  firm  have 
just  moved  to  their  commodious  and  elegantly  fitted  up  store  in  the 
Gates  Block,  which  has  dimensions  of  60  x  30  feet  with  basement,  and 
where  every  facility  is  enjoyed  for  the  convenience  of  the  large  and 
magnificent  stock  carried  at  all  times,  and  which  is  now  displayed 
to  good  advantage.  They  employ  competent  and  courteous  travel- 
ling salesmen,  doing  an  extensive  wholesale  business  in  Vermont, 
New  Hampshire,  Maine  and  New  York,  where  the  reputation  of  the 
house  and  its  goods  are  well  established  in  the  good  esteem  of  the 
trade.  Their  stock  is  a  large  one  and  selected  with  that  regard  for 
the  wants  of  patrons  that  can  only  be  insured  through  experience 
and  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  business.  Every  department  is 
complete  and  constantly  kept  so  under  the  watchful  supervision  of 
the  proprietors.  Utility  and  elegance  are  alike  consulted  and  the 
range  of  prices  tally  with  a  line  of  goods  that  run  in  price  from  the 
cheapest  consistent  with  a  good  and  reliable  article  to  the  most  costly 


and  elaborate  that  the  hands  of  skilled  artisans  or  the  most  delicate 
and  accurate  machinery  can  produce.  Both  are  practical  men,  C. 
C.  Bogle  having  as  manager  for  T.  F.  &  JI.  J.  Bogle  practically  com- 
menced the  business  alone  in  1880,  by  driving  with  one  horse  and 
Concord  wagon,  and  carrying  a  small  stock  of  goods  with  him,  de- 
livering them  direct  to  the  retail  merchants.  As  the  business 
increased  Mr.  B.  L.  Bogle,  now  the  junior  partner,  was  called  to  as- 
sist. He  soon  took  charge  of  the  books  and  general  detail  work  of 
the  concern  and  by  his  system  and  correct  business  methods  brought 
this  part  of  the  work  up  to  a  high  standard  of  excellence.  The  office 
force  now  consists  of  bookkeeper,  entry  clerk,  stenographer,  type- 
writer, shipping  clerk,  order  cleik  and  head  of  material  department 
and  watchmaker.  Mr.  B.  L.  Bogle  is  a  member  of  I.  O.  O.  F.  and 
both  partners  combine  to  form  a  Arm  of  influence,  and  solid  worth. 


JUNCTION  HOUSE,  Leading  Hotel  of  the  City,  N.  S.  Eddy, 
Proprietor.— If  it  be  true  that  the  man  who  can  successfully  run  a 
hotel  could  rule  a  nation,  N.  S.  Eddy,  proprietor  of  the  Junction 
House,  is  right  in  the  line  of  political  advancement.  It  was  over 
forty  years  ago  that  Asea  Borran  established  this  famous  hostelry 
and  many  who  were  then  among  the  country's  dignitaries,  enjoyed 
his  old-fashioned  hospitality.  After  Mr.  Borran  had  enacted  the 
role  of  mine  host  for  twenty  five  years,  N.  S.  Spaulding  became  the 
proprietor  and  in  1887  was  in  turn  succeeded  by  Mr.  Eddy.  This  pop- 
ular house,  located  near  the  depot,  has  accommodations  for  150 
guests,  has  strictly  first-class  furnishings  throughout,  beds  and  bed- 
ding being  new  and  of  the  best  quality,  the  rooms  fitted  up  in  the 
best  taste,  and  the  offices,  reading  room,  dining-room  and  other  ad- 
juncts to  a  flrst-class  hotel,  being  in  harmony  with  the  admirable 
equipments  of  the  entire  establishment.  It  is  heated  by  steam, 
lighted  by  gas  and  fitted  up  with  all  modern  improvements.  Mr. 
Eddy  is  no  novice  in  his  calling  but  has  made  hotel  keeping  a  study 
under  the  practical  advantages  of  a  clerk  as  which  he  served  for 
several  years.  The  comfort  of  his  guests  is  his  first  consideration  and 
nothing  to  that  end  is  overlooked.  As  a  caterer  he  is  a  perfect  genius, 
and  no  better  table  is  set  in  White  River  Junction  than  that  enjoyed 
by  the  guests  of  Mr.  Eddy.  He  has  twenty-five  well  trained,  atten- 
tive and  efficient  employes,  all  acting  directly  under  his  supervision. 
The  traveling  public  who  visit  this  city  will  consult  solid  enjoyment 
and  be  assured  of  the  most  hospitable  entertainment  by  stopping 
with  Mr.  Eddy.  He  is  a  native  Vermonter,  a  genial,  whole-souled 
gentleman  whom  it  a  pleasure  to  meet,  was  originally  cut  out  for  a 
successful  hotel  proprietor,  and  is  meeting  with  the  success  he  so 
richly  deserves.  He  is  a  favorite  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M.  order, 
has  an  extended  circle  of  warm  friends  and  is  as  widely  popular  as 
the  house  he  runs  and  the  reasonable  rates  he  charges. 

F.  T.  WIIililAMS,  Picture  Frames,  Mouldings,  Artists'  Ma- 
terials, Etc.^Very  few  branches  of  industrial  art  have  had  so 
marked  an  effect  on  contributing  to  domestic  refinement  as  that 
which  is  engaged  in  the  production  of  artistic  picture  frames,  and 
its  kindred  branches.  A  progressive,  prosperous  and  extensively 
patronized  house  devoted  to  this  line  of  business  in  White  River 
Junction,  and  maintaining  a  well  merited  reputation  for  first-class 
productions  and  liberal,  straightforward  dealings  is  that  of  Mr.  F.  T. 
Williams,  manufacturer  of  and  dealer  in  picture  frames,  moldings, 
pictures,  artists'  materials,  etc.  This  enterprising,  popular  estab- 
lishment was  founded  originally  in  1887  by  Mr.  Williams,  and  from 
the  start  its  record  has  been  one  of  unbroken  success  and  a  very  large 
and  influential  trade  both  wholesale  and  retail  has  been  developed, 
extending  throughout  the  surrounding  country.  The  premises 
utilized  are  of  ample  dimensions,  commodious,  compactly  arranged 
and  provided  with  every  convenience  to  meet  all  the  requirements 
of  the  trade.  The  stock  carried  embraces  a  full  and  complete  line  of 
moldings  of  all  descriptions  for  picture  and  looking  glass  frames, 
also  ready-made  frames  of  all  sizes  and  styles  in  gold,  silver  and 
bronze,  wood,  oak  and  other  woods;  besides  a  fine  a.ssortment  of 
wire  picture  cords,  moldings  for  interior  decorations,  mats  in  all 
shapes  and  sizes.  Picture  frames  are  made  to  order  at  the  shortest 
notice,  promptly  and  in  any  desired  style,  while  lowest  rates  are 
quoted  to  the  trade.  Mr.  Williams  is  a  native  of  Connecticut  and 
has  been  a  resident  here  for  some  years.  He  is  an  enterprising,  in- 
dustrious, pleasant  and  courteous  gentleman,  reliable  in  his  dealings 
and  is  an  active  member  of  the  Odd  Fellows'  fraternity. 


WHITE     KIVEK     JUJSrCTIOJSr,     VERMONT, 


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HARRY  X.  HOliTON,  American  Watches,  Clocks,  Jewelry, 
Solid  Silver  and  Plated  Ware,  Junction  House  Block.— There  is  noth- 
ing manufactured  for  personal  adornment  so  much  sought  after  and 
in  which  there  is  so  great  and  charming  a  variety  as  rich  and  beauti- 
ful jewelry  and  to  obtain  these  goods  from  a  responsible  and  reliable 
liouse  is  a  matter  of  serious  consideration  to  purchasers.  A  prosper- 
ous, well  patronized  and  honestly  conducted  establishment  engaged 
in  this  trade  in  White  River  Junction,  well  worthy  of  more  than 
passing  mention  in  these  pages  in  consequence  of  its  superior  stock 
of  goods  and  straightforward  business  method  is  that  of  Mr.  Harry 
A.  Holton,  located  in  the  Junction  House  Block.  This  enterprising 
and  popular  gentleman,  is  a  Verraonter  by  birth  and  was  reared  in 
this  business  since  childhood  and  obtained  a  thorough  knowledge  of 
the  trade  under  the  tuition  of  his  father,  and  from  1876  to  1889  was  a 
memljer  of  the  firm  of  Messrs.  H.  Holton  &  Son  in  Wells  River,  this 
state,  and  in  1889  he  came  to  this  place  and  purchased  his  present  es- 
tablishment from  Mr.  S.  C.  Scantlebury,  and  during  the  intervening 
perioii  its  trade  has  been  greatly  increased.  His  store  is  of  ample 
•dimensions,  appropriately  fitted  up  and  provided  with  every  conven- 
ience for  the  advantageous  display  of  his  fine  and  valuable  assort- 
ment of  goods  and  the  reception  of  patrons.  The  stock  carried 
embraces  a  fine  line  of  gold  and  silver  American  watches  of  the  very 
best  quality;  elegant  diamonds,  pearls,  rubies  and  other  precious 
gems  mounted  in  the  most  exquisite  and  unique  styles;  wedding, 
■engagement  and  souvenir  finger  rings,  ear  rings,  pendants,  bracelets, 
bangles,  brooches,  necklaces,  watch  chains,  chatelains,  charms, 
lockets,  etc. ;  French  and  American  clocks,  solid  silver  and  plated 
wares,  art  novelties,  eye  glasses,  spectacles,  lenses  and  other  optical 
goods,  etc.  These  are  all  of  the  very  best  quality,  carefully  selected 
to  meet  the  >A'ants  of  a  first-class  trade,  guaranteed  to  be  as  repre 
sented  and  are  sold  at  lowest  prices.  A  specialty  is  the  repairing  and 
adjustment  of  fine  watches,  to  which  the  proprietor  devotes  his  per- 
sonal attention,  and  all  work  done  here  is  warranted  to  give  satis- 
faction. Mr.  Holton  is  a  very  courteous,  affable  and  popular 
mercliant,  prompt,  honorable  and  attentive  to  his  customers'  wants. 
He  is  a  very  active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Odd  Fellows 
Order,  is  a  Past  Grand  and  a  member  of  the  Grand  Lodge  of  the 
state. 


O.  A.  RANI>.\Lili,  Livery,  Feed  and  Sale  Stable,  Telephone 
from  Trask  &  Co.'s  Drug  Store,  and  from  Baggage  Room  at  Depot. 
— This  popular  enterprise  was  founded  originally  in  1875  by  Mr.  O.  H, 
Wolfe,  who  was  succeeded  by  Mr.  C.  Sanborn,  who  carried  it  on 
■quite  successfully  until  1889,  when  it  passed  into  the  control  of  the 
present  proprietor.  Mr.  Randall  is  a  Vermont  man  by  birth,  and 
has  been  a  highly  respected  resident  of  this  place  for  several  years, 
and  has  had  many  years'  experience  in  this  line  of  business  in  other 
portions  of  the  state,  and  under  his  able  management  and  direction, 
the  patronage  of  his  present  concern  is  constantly  increasing  in 
volume  and  importance.  His  stables  are  spacious  and  commodious, 
thoroughly  equipped  with  every  requisite,  well  ventilated,  properly 
lighted  and  in  thorough  sanitary  conditions  and  none  but  competent 
hands  are  employed.  Ample  accommodations  for  a  large  number 
of  horses  are  provided,  and  a  large  trade  is  carried  on  in  boarding 
horses  by  the  day,  week  or  month,  and  all  animals  placed  in  his 
charge  receive  most  careful  attention  at  the  hands  of  experienced 
grooms,  while  the  provender  is  of  the  choicest  quality  and  is  pro- 
vided bounteously.  From  ten  to  fifteen  finely  groomed  and  stylish 
horses  including  those  suitable  for  ladies'  and  invalids'  use  as  well  as 
those  noted  for  speed  and  staying  qualities,  and  a  number  of  first- 
class  carriages,  coupes,  coaches,  top  and  open  buggies,  sleighs  and 
cutters  are  kept  for  livery  purposes,  and  can  be  obtained  at  all  hours 
of  the  day  or  night,  with  or  without  drivers  upon  the  most  reasona- 
ble terms.  Special  terms  are  made  for  funerals,  weddings,  recep- 
tions, balls,  parties,  excursions,  depot  calls,  sleighing  parties,  etc., 
while  the  service  is  always  A  1.  Orders  by  telephone  from  Trask  & 
Co.'s  Drug  Store  or  the  baggage  room  at  the  depot  receive  prompt 
response.  Mr.  Randall  also  makes  a  specialty  of  buying  and  selling 
horses,  and  all  business  of  this  character  is  conducted  upon  the 
highest  standard  of  honor  and  integrity.  He  is  an  energetic,  popu- 
lar and  reliable  gentleman,  highly  esteemed  in  the  community,  and 
is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Masonic  fraternity,  also 
of  the  Odd  Fellows'  Order. 


E.  H.  RAGLEV,  General  Hardware,  Coal,  Etc.— E.  H.  Bag- 
ley,  successor  to  Bagley  &  Blartin  as  dealers  in  a  general  line  of 
liardware,  tin,  stoves  and  kindred  articles  of  merchandise,  has  long 
maintained  a  reputation,  not  only  for  handling  the  best  goods  ob- 
tainable in  his  important  line  of  business,  but  for  squai-e  dealing, 
sterling  ability  and  good  citizenship.  The  house  over  which  he  pre- 
sides was  established  in  187:3,  and  passed  two  years  later  to  the  ex- 
clusive ownership  and  control  of  Mr.  Bagley,  under  whose  direction 
the  trade  has  grown,  and  still  continues  to  grow  with  that  certainty 
which  marks  the  wisest  management.  He  occupies  a  spacious,  well 
lighted,  two  story  block  25  x  100,  with  a  basement  of  the  same  area 
for  the  stoi-age  of  the  heavier  line  of  goods.  His  stock  of  shelf  hard- 
ware comprises  all  the  supplies  for  carpenters,  house  furnishers, 
carriage  trimmers  and  all  others  who  are  in  need  of  anything  which 
the  best  houses  keep  in  this  important  and  diversified  department. 
The  cutlery  includes  the  best  foreign  and  domestic  makes,  while  in 
stoves,  ranges,  tinware,  paints  and  oils  every  demand  of  customers 
is  fully  anticipated.  The  full  stock  has  an  average  invoice  of  $10,000 
and  the  immense  trade  justifies  this  investment.  In  connection  with 
this  large  retail  business,  Mr.  Bagley  supplies  coal  to  a  large  pat- 
ronage, 15,000  tons  of  this  commodity  being  disposed  of  each  year. 
This  branch  deserves  the  same  commendatory  mention,  and  is 
equally  reliable  with  the  others  referred  to.  Mr.  Bagley  is  a  leading 
member  of  the  Independent  Order  of  Odd  Fellows,  and  is  now 
serving  as  justice  of  the  peace. 

.TOHN  HARDING,  Manufacturer  of  Marble  and  Granite 
Cemetery  Work,  Monuments,  Tablets.  Gravestones.— An  ably  con- 
ducted house  engaged  in  this  line  of  industry  in  White  River  Junc- 
tion, is  that  of  Mr.  John  Harding,  manufacturer  of  marble  and 
granite  cemetery  work,  etc.  Mr.  Harding  is  a  native  of  Hartland, 
this  state,  and  at  an  early  age  acquired  a  thorough  knowledge  of 
this  trade  in  all  its  branches,  and  established  himself  in  business 
originally  in  1855  in  his  native  place,  and  in  1878  moved  to  his  present 
location.  His  business  premises  are  of  ample  dimensions,  com- 
modious and  provided  with  all  the  modern  facilities  required  for 
executing  first-class  work.  Many  of  his  productions  are  manufact- 
ured at  West  Rutland,  Quincy  and  other  places.  Original  designs 
are  furnished  by  skilled  and  experienced  draughtsmen;  drawing, 
specifications  and  estimates  are  made  and  contracts  of  any  magni- 
tude are  entered  into  for  all  kinds  of  marble  and  granite  cemetery 
work,  monuments,  tablets,  gravestones,  memorials,  vaults,  mauso- 
leums, tombs,  etc.,  and  executed  promptly  and  satisfactorily  on  the 
most  reasonable  terms.  A  specialty  is  the  making  of  Quincy  gran- 
ite monuments  to  order,  while  special  terms  are  made  for  soldiers' 
and  sailors'  cemetery  work,  and  in  his  warerooms  will  be  found  at 
all  times  a  fine  assortment  of  monuments,  memorials,  tablets,  etc., 
all  embodying  the  highest  conceptions  of  artistic  skill  and  of  his 
superior  production. 

\rHITE  RIVER  FURNITURE  COMPANY,  Dealers 

in  Furniture  of  all  Kinds,  Mattresses,  Carpets,  Baby  Carriages, 
Coffins.  Caskets  and  Robes. — The  White  River  Furniture  Company 
was  established  in  1883  by  Lavene  &  Dunn,  who  were  succeeded  by 
C.  H.  Pierce  in  1888.  The  latter  died  January,  1890,  and  three  months 
later  a  stock  company,  incorporated  under  the  state  law,  purchased 
the  business  and  wisely  intrusted  Mrs.  A.  M.  Pierce,  wife  of  the 
former  proprietor,  with  the  triple  duties  of  secretary,  manager  and 
treasurer.  The  result  has  fully  vindicated  their  good  judgment  as 
the  business  has  shown  that  steady  and  healthy  growth  which  is  the 
guarantee  of  continued  prosperity.  The  stock  of  furniture  carried 
is  chosen  with  critical  judgment,  and  a  nice  appreciation  of  what  the 
trade  at  White  River  Junction  demands.  In  the  better  and  more 
expensive  goods,  there  is  that  symmetry,  elegant  richness  of  adorn- 
ment and  fine  selection  of  material  that  grows  in  favor  and  beauty 
the  longer  it  is  used,  while  the  less  costly  grades  are  far  superior  in 
desirable  qualities  to  those  formerly  supplied  at  a  like  cost.  Noth- 
ing that  a  first-class  establishment  of  this  kind  should  carry  is  want- 
ing here,  and  the  appreciation  of  the  community  appears  in  the 
liberal  patronage  bestowed  upon  the  company.  In  addition  to  a 
complete  supply  of  the  best  household  and  office  furniture,  the  com- 
pany has  a  splendid  stock  of  mattresses,  carpets,  baby  carriages, 
coffins,  caskets,  and  robes,  all  being  such  as  only  the  finest  and  most 
responsible  houses  offer  their  patrons.  Upholstering  and  repairing 
are  promptly  done  by  the  most  competent  workmen. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH     OF 


W.  H.  liAIRD  &  CO.,  Dry  and  Fancy  Goods  and  Ladies' 
Shoes.— The  business  of  W.  H.  Laird  &  Co.,  was  inaugurated  in 
1884,  and  has  been  prosecuted  with  such  vigor  and  success  tliat  a 
large  trade  has  been  developed  throughout  this  community.  The 
store  occupied  covers  an  area  of  30  x  40  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is 
most  admirably  appointed  throughout,  and  provided  with  every  con- 
venience for  the  manipulation  of  trade,  and  the  display  of  goods  and 
comfort  of  patrons.  The  stock  embraces  every  description  of 
staple  and  fancy  dry  goods,  notions,  fancy  goods,  furnishing  goods, 
and  ladies'  shoes  in  every  variety,  style  and  size.  All  the  newest 
styles  and  fashionable  novelties  are  displayed,  and  the  stock  is  kept 
up  to  the  highest  standard  of  efficiency.  From  one  to  two  active 
clerks  are  employed.  Prices  are  as  low  as  is  consistent  with  superior 
goods  and  fair  dealings.  Mr.  Laird  is  a  native  of  this  state,  a  mem- 
ber of  a  number  of  different  social  organizations,  and  a  man  of  vim, 
enterprise  and  business  worth,  whose  future  success  and  prosperity 
is  well  assured. 


A.  H.  WOLFE,  Fresh  Fruit.  Nuts,  Cigars,  Tobacco,  Temper- 
ance Drinks,  Etc.— Among  the  well  conducted  houses  in  this  town  will 
be  .found  that  of  Mr.  A.  H.  Wolfe,  dealer  in  fresh  fruits,  nuts,  cigars, 
etc.  A  most  desirable  stock  of  foreign  and  domestic  fruits,  nuts, 
confectionery  of  all  kinds,  cigars,  tobacco,  temperance  drinks,  etc., 
is  constantly  handled,  and  the  stock  is  frequently  replenished.  In 
the  restaurant  department  is  found  the  most  wholesome  and  excel- 
lently prepared  food,  including  every  delicacy  of  the  season,  and 
refreshments  are  offered  to  the  large  number  of  regular  boarders, 
and  transient  patrons  at  exceedingly  reasonable  prices.  A  com- 
petent assistant  is  employed,  and  all  the  departments  of  this  house 
receive  the  close  personal  supervision  of  the  proprietor.  Mr.  Wolfe 
is  a  native  of  this  state,  who  established  this  enterprise  in  1884,  and 
fully  merits  his  popularly  bestowed  distinction  of  a  representative 
merchant.  He  was  a  member  of  Company  B,  fourteenth  regiment 
of  New  Hampshire,  and  served  in  many  engagements  in  our  late 
war. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

VERGENNES. 


HE  town  of  Vergennes  was  organized  March  12,  1789,  and  the  city  of  Vergennes  was 
chartered  July  i,  1794.  The  territory  embraced  in  the  city  is  480  x  400  rods.  The 
location  is  seven  miles  from  Lake  Champlain.  Otter  Creek,  which  passes  through  the 
city  was  formerly  navigable  for  large  vessels,  and  a  regular  line  of  boats  was  run 
between  this  place  and  Buffalo  and  New  York,  while  the  facilities  for  ship-building  were 
at  one  time  as  good  as  any  in  the  State.  Here  was  fitted  up  the  flotilla  which  the 
victorious  McDonough  commanded  in  Plattsburgh  Bay,  September  11,  1814.  The  Falls 
of  Vergennes  represent  Nature  as  a  handmaid  to  Industry;  her  strong  and  beautiful  forces  being 
tributary  to  the  useful.  During  the  non-intercourse  and  war  with  England,  the  active  blast 
furnance,  air  furnace,  rolling,  grist,  saw  and  fulling  mill,  wire  factory,  and  busy  forges  clustered 
fast  around  this  vast  reservoir  of  water-power  which  has  a  descent  of  37  feet,  divided  into  three 
distinct  sets  by  two  islands,  at  their  head  dividing  the  channel  into  three  parts,  and  not  less 
than  177  tons  of  shot  for  the  war  of  the  Revolution  were  cast  at  this  point.  Since  the 
renewal  of  a  friendly  intercourse  with  England,  and  the  opening  of  the  Rutland  and  Burlington 
railroad,  business  has  declined  ;  still,  upon  the  bridge  that  spans  the  Otter,  a  continued  hum  of 
machinery,  modulated  by  the  grand  water-chorus  from  three  distinct  sets  of  falls,  blends  pleas- 
antly   upon    the    ear. 

The  city  is  handsomely  laid  out,  and  has  five  churches,  two  national  banks,  two  hotels,  a 
fine  graded  school  building,  a  parochial  school,  a  horse-nail  factoiy,  shade-roller  factory,  furni- 
ture factory,  planing  mill,  road  machine  works,  fertilizer  works,  granite  works;  a  hub  factory, 
leather  works,  a  newspaper,  publishing  house,  etc.  The  city  has  an  excellent  water  supply,  the 
water  works  having  been  erected  at  a  cost  of  sixty  thousand  dollars.  The  administration  of 
municipal  affairs  is  vested  in  a  mayor,  a  board  of  four  aldermen  and  a  common  council  of 
three  members.  The  following  is  a  list  of  officers  for  the  year  ending  March  1891  :  Mayor, 
J.  G.  Hindes;  Aldermen,  Wm.  H.  Patten,  Spencer  W.  Hinds,  D.  Renaud,  Harvey  Ketchum, 
Common  Council,  M.  J.  Graves,  C.  E.  M.  Caisse,  M.  T.  Bristol ;  Clerk  of  City  Court,  J.  D. 
Smith. 

Vergennes  is  the  natural  receiving  and  distributing  station  for  a  large  amount  of  produce 
of  all  kinds  that  is  raised  in  the  fertile,  agricultural  country  tributary  to  it,  and  the  handling 
of    this   is    a   larg:e    factor   in    its    business. 


VERGENNES,     VERMOISTT.  203 

VERMONT  REFORM  SCHOOL. 

This    State    Institution   was    established    in   this   city   in     1865.       The    farm   and    U.  S.    Arsenal 

property,    containing   altogether    132    acres   of   land,    were     purchased   for    the    school     at  a    cost    of 

$18,772.00.       The    old   buildings,  formerly  known    as   the    Champlain   arsenal,  were   found  admirably 


adapted  for  this  purpose — the  old  officers'  quarters'  serving  for  the  girls  department,  and  the  arsenal 
building  as  a  school  and  workshop  for  the  boys.  Since  the  school  was  started  here,  the  place 
has  been  greatly  improved  by  the  erection  of  new  buildings  and  the  embellishment  of  the 
grounds.  Here,  one  hundred  and  fifty  unfortunate  boys  and  girls  find  a  home  and  by  judici- 
ous training  are  reclaimed  from  an  ultimate  prison-home — or  worse — and  made  respectable 
citizens.  The  school  is  well  managed  and  is  officered  as  follows :  Mr.  S.  A.  Andrews,  Sup- 
erintendent ;  Mr.  H.  C.  Fisk,  Morrisville ;  Mr.  F.  H,  Stranahan,  St.  Albans ;  Mr.  Charles  H. 
Lane,    Trustees. 


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INDUSTRIES     AND     WEALTH    OF 


THE  NATIONAIi  BANK  OF  VERGENNES.— The 
oldest  and  strongest  banking  institution  in  this  city  is  the  National 
Bank  of  Vergennes,  which  was  originally  incorporated  in  1826,  and 
reorganized  under  the  national  banking  laws  in  1865.  It  has  a  capi- 
tal of  $150,000,  and  is  officered  as  follows,  viz.:  president,  C.  T.  Stev- 
ens; vice-president,  Thos.  S.  Drake;  cashier,  Andrew  Ross;  assist- 
ant cashier,  C.  H.  Strong.  The  banking  rooms  of  the  institution  are 
centrally  located  on  Main  Street,  and  are  spacious  in  size,  provided 
with  improved  safes  and  vaults,  and  possessing  every  convenience 
for  facilitating  the  business  in  hand.  A  general  banking  business  is 
transacted,  including  the  receiving  of  deposits,  the  discounting  of 
approved  commercial  paper,  the  collection  of  drafts,  and  the  dealing 
in  first-class  securities  of  all  kinds.  From  its  inception  this  bank  has 
retained  the  confidence  of  the  public  in  a  marked  degree.  Its  foun- 
ders were  men  who  had  the  rare  foresight  to  recognize  the  possibili- 
ties of  such  an  institution,  and  who  laid  the  foundations  sufficiently 
Btroi'S  and  deep  to  bear  any  superstructure  that  time,  experience 
and  \vealth  might  rear.  They  builded  well,  and  their  successors  have 
been  eminently  worthy  of  the  succession.  Under  its  present  wise 
and  conservative  management,  this  bank  is  doing  a  large  and  safe 
business,  all  its  movements  being  marked  by  prudence,  caution  and 
honorable  business  methods,  and  it  is  generally  recognized  as  one 
of  those  solid,  ably-conducted  institutions,  that  reflect  credit  alike 
upon  their  officers  and  the  conununity  in  wliich  their  influence  is 
felt.  Its  investments  and  operations  have  been  so  satisfactory  that 
a  snug  surplus  of  $30,000  has  been  accumulated.  Its  executive  offi- 
cers are  gentlemen  with  whom  it  is  always  a  pleasure  to  do  business. 
Prompt,  obliging  and  efficient  in  all  their  dealings  with  the  public, 
they  are  naturally  popular,  and  uphold  the  credit  of  the  bank  in 
financial,  commercial  and  social  life.  The  president,  Mr.  Stevens,  is 
a  prominent  citizen  of  Vergennes,  has  served  as  mayor  of  the  city 
and  in  other  positions  of  honor  and  trust,  and  is  closely  identified 
with  the  commercial  growth  and  financial  prosperity  of  this  commun- 
nity.  The  vice-president,  Mr.  Drake,  is  a  leading  business  man  of 
Bristol.  The  cashier,  Mr.  Ross,  is  an  expert  financier,  and  a  gentle- 
man of  wide  acquaintance  and  high  repute  in  the  business  world. 

OT.  J.  GRAVES,  Hardware,  Etc.,  Green  Street.— In  viewing  the 
Tarious  business  industries  of  this  city  we  observe  that  there  are 
many  houses  justly  entitled  to  be  termed  representative  in  their  spec- 
ial lines.  One  of  these  is  the  establishment  conducted  by  Mr.  M.  J. 
Graves,  dealer  in  hardware,  stoves,  ranges  and  house  furnishing 
goods.  This  enterprise  was  founded  by  Mr.  J.  W.  Hawley  in  1845, 
and  he  was  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1865.  Mr.  Graves 
■continued  in  the  business  until  1875,  when  he  sold  his  interest  to  Fred. 
Blanchard,  who  afterward  sold  to  Messrs.  Steward  &  Baldwin.  In 
1881,  Mr.  J.  W.  Hawley  again  assumed  control,  and  was  again  suc- 
•ceeded  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1886,  who  has  since  conducted 
the  business  with  marked  success.  The  premises  occupied  are  spa- 
•cious  and  commodious,  finely  appointed  and  fitted  up  in  the  best  pos- 
sible manner  and  thoroughly  equipped  with  everything  required  in 
the  business.  The  stock  of  goods  is  large  and  comprehensive,  em- 
bracing a  carefully  selected  assortment  of  builders'  materials,  and 
general  hardware  of  every  description.  A  complete  line  of  office, 
parlor,  and  cooking  stoves,  ranges  and  furnaces  in  all  the  latest  im- 
proved patterns  from  the  best  manufacturers  in  the  country  to- 
gether with  a  fine  display  of  house  furnishing  goods  such  as  tin,  cop- 
per, sheet-iron,  wood  and  willow  ware,  all  of  which  are  offered  at 
the  lowest  possible  prices  and  cannot  fail  to  please  purchasers.  The 
workshop  is  equipped  with  the  most  modern,  mechanical  appliances 
in  use  by  plumbers,  and  sanitary  plumbing  and  gas  fitting  is  execu- 
ted in  a  highly  satisfactory  manner.  Mr.  Graves  has  been  president 
of  the  board  of  common  council  of  the  city  for  two  years  and 
chief  engineer  of  the  Fire  Department,  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A. 
M..  and  is  a  native  of  Waterbury,  Vt.  He  is  well-known  and  highly 
respected  in  business  circles,  and  the  prosperity  of  this  house  is  a 
notable  example  of  business  integrity  and  skillful  management. 


city  from  1870  till  1880,  then  was  manager  of  the  telegraph  office  here. 
In  the  meantime  he  was  actively  engaged  in  the  insurance  business, 
and  had  established  a  flourishing  office  at  Burlington  under  the  firm 
name  of  Hickok  &  Bailey.  In  1888,  Mr.  Hiekok  admitted  his  son 
H.  H.  Hickolc  to  co-partnership  in  this  office,  and  the  firm  style 
above  noted  was  adopted.  In  1889,  Mr.  Hickok  retired,  leaving  the 
younger  gentleman  in  sole  possession.  The  liouse  transacts  every 
description  of  insurance,  and  commands  a  most  extensive  and  flour- 
ishing patronage  all  through  this  section.  The  companies  repre- 
sented are  among  the  leading  and  most  wealthy  insurance  corpora- 
tions of  the  world.  In  tire,  the  office  represents  the  following:  ^tna, 
Continental,  Commercial  Union,  German-American,  Insurance  Com- 
pany of  North  America;  Liverpool  and  London  and  Globe  of  Liver- 
pool; Niagara,  Phoenix,  Springfield,  and  Vermont  Mutual;  in  life  and 
accident;  IMutual  Life,  Northwestern  Mutual,  Travelers'  and  Fidelity 
and  CasualtyCompany.  Policies  are  written,  and  risks  placed  with  any 
of  these  sound  companies  at  lowest  premium  rates,  and  an  admirable 
feature  of  this  office  is  the  prompt  and  satisfactory  manner  in  which 
losses  are  adjusted.  Mr.  H.  H.  Hickok  is  a  young  man  of  enterprise 
and  push,  and  is  rapidly  following  the  footsteps  of  his  father  in  aug- 
menting and  increasing  the  business  and  reputation  of  this  office. 
He  was  born  in  Vergennes. 


J.  S.  HICKOK  &  SON,  General  Insurance  Agents.— Ver- 
•gennes'  leading  and  popular  insurance  agency  is  that  which  Mr.  J.  S. 
Hickok  established  in  1867.  This  gentleman  was  largely  interested  in 
Vergennes'  business  interests,  and  was  regarded  as  one  of  the  for€t- 
most  citizens  of  the  town.  He  was  born  in  New  Haven,  and  began 
his  business  career  in  a  drug  store.    Later  he  was  coal  agent  for  the 


ISIiAND  iniLiIiS,  N.  G.  Norton  &  Sons,  Proprietors.— The  pop- 
ular and  reliable  establishment  of  Messrs.  N.  G.  Norton  &  Sons,  man- 
ufacturers of  flour,  meal,  feed  and  dealers  in  all  kinds  of  grain  and 
Nova  Scotia  plaster,  also  all  kinds  of  lumber,  shingles  and  lath, 
was  established  by  B.  J.  Bradbury  in  1830;  and  after^several  changes 
in  intervening  years,  the  present  firm  was  established  in  1890,  N.  G. 
Norton  being  in  trade  here  in  1867.  The  mill  is  spacious,  has  three  run 
of  stone  and  four  water  wheels,  and  is  operated  by  the  best  water- 
power  in  the  state,  and  has  a  capacity  for  grinding  1,500  bushels  per 
day.  They  have  ample  room  for  the  storage  of  10,000  bushels  of 
grain.  Tliey  also  have  a  large  store  on  Main  Street  devoted  to  re- 
tailing grain  and  feed  and  here  they  have  established  a  large  and  con- 
stantly increasing  trade.  Two  delivery  teams  are  kept  constantly 
employed,  and  a  force  of  hands  sufficiently  large  to  carry  on  the  bus- 
iness promptly  and  satisfactorily  are  also  employed.  Messrs.  Noi^ 
ton  &  Sons  are  highly  esteemed  in  trade  circles  for  their  enterprise, 
and  energy.  Mr.  N.  G.  Norton,  the  senior  member  of  the  firm  is  a 
native  of  Vermont,  has  been  a  member  of  the  common  council  for 
four  years  and  street  commissioner  five  years.  Mr.  John  Norton  is  a 
native  of  Burlington  and  is  the  present  postmaster  of  Vergennes. 
Messrs.  Eugene  and  A.  W.  Norton  are  both  natives  of  Burlington. 

HUSTED  &  BAKTIjEY,  Merchant  Tailors,  No.  69  Main 
Street.— The  merchant  tailors  of  this  day  may  well  lay  claim  to  tho 
credit  for  having  led  men  to  believe  in  the  necessity  of  being  prop- 
erly and  richly  clothed.  For  it  cannot  be  longer  doubted  that  dress 
is  one  of  the  most  essential  factors  in  a  man's  success.  The  mer- 
chant tailor  has  thus  highly  benefitted  his  race,  two  of  these  gentle- 
men who  have  proven  themselves  enterprising  and  hard  woikers 
being  Messrs.  J.  B.  Husted  and  J.  F.  Bartley,  merchant  tailors,  No. 
69  Main  Street,  Vergennes.  These  gentlemen  now  command  a  trade 
from  the  best  dressed  men  in  town.  Their  business  is  a  very  old 
one.  having  been  established  by  Mr.  J.  B.  Husted  in  1845.  The  part- 
nership was  formed  in  1890.  Their  present  location  has  been  occupied 
since  1867.  The  gentlemen  occupy  two  well  equipped  rooms  on  the 
second  floor,  where  they  employ  eight  of  the  most  experienced  and 
skillful  tailors,  designers,  cuttei-s,  fitters  and  trimmers  to  be  found. 
Their  trade,  a  great  share  of  it  custom  trade,  extends  throughout 
this  city  and  the  vicinity.  They  make  suits,  coats,  trousera. 
waistcoats,  top  coats,  great  coats  and  take  pride  in  their  fits.  Entire 
confidence  in  their  abilities  lies  with  their  customers,  while  they 
have  proven  themselves  loyal,  upright  and  truthful  business  men. 
Mr.  Husted,  a  native  of  Vermont,  born  in  1817,  came  to  this  city  in 
]an6  ahd  has  hewed  his  fortune  out  of  the  hard  rocks.  Mr.  Bartley, 
who  is  a  native  of  this  city,  born  in  1868.  is  noted  among  the  active 
and  rising  young  gentlemen  of  town.  He  is  popular  in  business  and 
social  circles  and  a  member  of  the  S.  of  V.  Mr.  Bartley  has  not 
failed  to  profit  by  the  conservative  policy  laid  down  by  Mr.  Husted, 
and  their  combined  efforts  since  their  establishment,  has  been  to 
work  out  a  successful  end  upon  the  principle  of  commercial  veracity. 
The  quality  of  their  wares  is  always  the  best  and  their  styles  the 
latest. 


VERGENNEH,     VERMONT, 


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THE  FARMERS*  NATIONAIi  BANK The  history  of 

the  Farmers'  National  Banli  of  Vergenues  verifies  the  well-established 
fact  that  a  great  financial  institution,  having  men  of  conservative 
characteristics  at  the  helm,  must  surely  become  successful  and  pros- 
perous. It  vs'as  incorporated  in  April,  1880,  with  a  capital  of  $50,000, 
which  was  increased  to  $75,000  in  1885,  and  its  officers  and  directors 
comprise  the  following  well-known  gentlemen,  viz. :  president,  Wal- 
ter Scranton;  vice-president,  M.  F.  Allen;  cashier,  D.  H.  Lewis; 
directors,  Walter  Scranton,  New  York  City;  M.  F.  Allen,  North  Fer- 
risburgh;  N.  F.  Dunshee,  Bristol;  C.  W.  Read,  Addison;  H.  W. 
Le  Roy,  New  York  City;  D.  H.  Lewis,  Vergennes.  This  institution 
does  a  regular,  legitimate  banking  business  in  deposits,  loans,  collec- 
tions and  exchange;  receives  the  accounts  of  banks,  bankers,  manu- 
facturers, merchants  and  others  on  the  most  favorable  terms;  remits 
collections  at  lowest  rates,  and  renders  thorough  satisfaction  to  all 
its  customers.  Its  watchwords  have  been  prudence  and  economy — 
prudence  in  investments,  economy  in  expenses  of  handling  business, 
and  from  these  two  walls  of  strength  has  sprung  a  solid  arch  of  pros- 
perity and  profit.  Its  principal  characteristics  are  those  which  tend 
to  inspire  and  maintain  success,  to  wit:  ample  capital,  good  connec- 
tions, unlimited  backing,  the  confidence  of  commercial  circles,  and 
the  highest  standing  in  the  financial  world.  Although  founded  upon 
a  rock  it  has  each  twelve  months  been  raised  above  the  level  of  the 
year  before;  and  it  has  already  accumulated  a  surplus  of  $5,000,  with 
undivided  profits  of  $1,000.  It  is  not  pervaded  with  "  old  fogyism," 
but  has  in  every  particular  kept  abreast  of  the  times.  Its  manage- 
ment has  ever  been  noted  for  that  spirit  of  cautious  enterprise  and 
▼igorous  conservatism  which  marks  out  new  paths  and  follows  them 
Bafely.  These  are  among  the  great  factors  that  produce  a  sound  and 
healthy  bank.  The  president,  Mr.  Scranton,  was  for  some  years  a  res- 
ident of  Vergennes,  representing  the  city  in  the  State  Legislature 
during  two  terms,  but  is  now  actively  engaged  in  business  in  the  city 
of  New  York.  The  vice-president,  Mr.  Allen,  is  a  prominent  and 
wealthy  citizen  of  the  neighboring  town  of  Ferrisburgh.  The  cash- 
ier, Mr.  Lewis,  is  an  experienced  financier,  whose  opinions  are  of 
weight  in  banking  circles,  and  who  is  also  secretary  and  treasurer  of 
the  National  Horse  Nail  Company  of  this  city. 


W.  H.  SIPPERLiY,  Photographer,  Green  Street.— Mr.  Sip- 
perly  is  a  rarely  accomplished  and  successful  photographer,  who  for 
the  past  thirty-five  years  or  so  has  devoted  his  native  talent  and 
energy  to  the  uninterrupted  study  and  pursuit  of  his  profession  in 
all  its  higher  branches,  the  result  being  the  achievement  of  a  repu- 
tation second  to  that  of  no  artist  legitimately  engaged  in  photogra- 
phy in  this  section.  Mr.  Sipperly  was  born  in  New  York  in  1835. 
He  began  business  at  first  in  Schuylcrville,  that  state,  and  remained 
there  for  ten  years;  then  for  two  years  he  was  located  at  Congress 
Park,  Saratoga;  leaving  there,  he  went  to  Mechanicsville,  N.  Y.  and 
bought  him  a  house  and  gallery  and  for  the  following  fifteen  years 
he  actively  followed  this  vocation ;  after  that,  he  conducted  a  gallery 
in  Bennington  for  eight  years.  Selling  his  rooms  to  M.  E.  Watson 
he  came  to  Vergennes  and  purchased  this  gallery  in  1888.  The  enter- 
prise he  is  conducting  was  originally  established  in  1880  by  a  Mr. 
Brown,  and  its  subsequent  proprietors  up  to  the  time  Mr.  Sipperly 
took  charge  were  Messrs.  Liberty,  Hale  and  McLaughlin.  The  gal- 
lery and  studio  occupies  the  third  fioor  of  the  building,  and  they  are 
models  of  neatness  and  convenience.  The  operating  and  finishing 
rooms  are  finely  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  apparatus  de- 
signed for  photography,  and  a  corps  of  competent  assistants  are 
employed.  Every  description  of  fine  photographic  work  is  done, 
and  the  leading  specialties  of  this  gallery  are  first-class  cahinets, 
views,  and  portraits  in  ink,  crayon  or  water  colors;  the  most 
skillful  and  talented  artists  only  are  employed,  and  Mr.  Sipperly 
exercises  close  personal  supervision  over  every  department  of  the 
business.  He  receives  a  large  and  steadily  increasing  patronage 
from  the  best  class  of  custom  in  this  locality. 

V,  E.  DEAN,  Grocer.— This  house  is  one  of  the  best  known 
grocery  houses  in  this  vicinity.  It  was  only  established  in  June  of 
last  year,  but  the  trade  that  has  been  developed  in  that  time  has 
given  the  house  the  reputation  of  being  one  of  the  most  prosperous 
and  thriving  in  this  section.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  the 
ground  floor  of  the  building  on  Main  Street,  with  two  rooms  on  the 
second  floor.    Two  clerks  are  employed.    The  house  carries  in  stock 


a  fine  stock  of  fancy  and  staple  groceries,  together  with  an  assort- 
ment of  glassware  and  lamp  goods.  Mr.  Dean  makes  a  specialty  of 
the  manufacture  and  sale  of  Dean's  Medicated  Coffee,  for  which 
there  is  a  large  demand.  Mr.  Dean  is  a  native  of  Vergennes,  and  in 
his  life-time  has  seen  considerable  of  the  world,  and  four  years  prior 
to  embarking  in  this  business  was  manager  of  the  shipping  depart- 
ment of  the  Troy  Malleable  Iron  Works  of  Troy,  N.  Y.  He  is  well 
known  all  through  this  region. 

S.  D.  MINER,  Boots  and  Shoes.— The  growth  which  has 
attended  the  house  of  this  firm  is  illustrative  in  no  small  degree  of 
that  general  development  which  has  characterized  the  commerce 
and  trade  of  Vergennes.  The  business  was  first  established  in  1866 
by  S.  D.  and  J.  L.  Miner,  who  jointly  conducted  it  until  the  death  of 
the  junior  partner  in  April  last,  when  S.  D.  became  sole  proprietor. 
The  business  has  been  rapidly  developed  in  recent  years,  and  to-day 
the  house  enjoys  a  large,  prosperous  trade,  extending  throughout  a 
wide  section  of  the  country,  and  distributed  among  all  classes  of 
people.  In  1887,  an  additional  salesroom  was  opened  up  and  com- 
pletely stocked  and  the  premises  to-day  are  of  a  very  spacious  and 
complete  character.  The  original  quarters  occupied  were  in  Fos- 
ter's Block  on  Main  Street;  in  1870,the  firm  removed  to  Gaines'  Block, 
and  since  1887  they  have  occupied  their  present  magnificent  quarters- 
in  Jones'  Block.  There  is  carried  here  in  stock  a  fine  and  complete 
assortment  of  boots,  shoes,  slippers  and  rubbers  of  all  styles  and 
makes,  in  fine,  medium  and  cheaper  grades  and  designed  for  th» 
wear  of  both  sexes,  adults  and  minors.  Fine  custom  work  to  order 
is  a  feature  of  this  business  and  is  done  by  experienced  workmen. 
This  firm  also  carry  in  stock  a  varied  line  of  leather  and  shoe  find- 
ings and  supply  the  trade  throughout  this  region  with  goods  in  this- 
respect.  Mr.  S.  D.  Miner  is  a  native  of  Canada,  and  is  very  highly 
esteemed  in  trade  and  social  circles  of  this  vicinity.  He  is  chair- 
man of  the  Water  Board,  having  held  the  office  the  past  seven  years. 

W.  B.  RICH,  Dentist.— Dr.  W.  B.  Rich,  the  well  and  fa- 
vorably known  dentist  has  maintained  a  position  in  the  front  rank  of 
his  profession.  The  doctor  not  only  had  the  advantage  of  a  thorough 
course  of  study  when  he  branched  out  for  himself,  but  also  a  valu- 
able experience  gained  in  some  of  the  famous  dental  offices  of  this 
country.  He  spent  two  and  a  half  years  in  a  large  office  at  Sheldon 
Falls,  and  one  year  and  a  half  in  an  office  at  Troy.  In  the  early  part 
of  1890  he  came  to  this  city  and  bought  the  office  and  practice  of  the 
enterprise  he  is  now  conducting.  This  is  one  of  the  oldest  estab- 
lished dental  offices  in  this  section.  It  was  founded  in  1860  by  Dr.  F. 
W.  Coe,  who  sold  out  to  Dr.  F.  F.  Pierce  in  1883;  in  1887,  Dr.  J.  B.  Pow- 
ers obtained  possession  and  conducted  the  business  until  Dr.  Rich 
succeeded  him  May  1890.  The  doctor  occupies  neatly  appointed  and 
completely  equipped  quarters,  consisting  of  three  spacious  rooms, 
having  in  service  all  the  latest  improved  dental  appliances  and  gen- 
eral appurtenances  and  is  prepared  to  attend  to  everything  compre- 
hended in  modern  dentistry  in  the  most  reliable  and  excellent 
manner.  Teeth  are  extracted,  filled  and  adjusted  with  judgment 
and  skill  at  reasonable  prices,  while  plates  are  inserted  and  artificial 
work  of  every  description  executed  in  the  best  form  of  the  art.  Dr. 
Rich  was  born  in  Massachusetts,  and  is  a  member  of  the  S.  of  V. 
order,  and  is  very  highly  esteemed  here. 

CITY  DRUG  STORE,  C.  M.  Soule,  Manager.— A  well  or- 
dered and  excellent  drug  store  is  the  City  Drug  Store,  C.  M. 
Soule,  manager.  Physicians'  prescriptions  and  family  recipes  are 
here  prepared  in  the  most  careful  and  accurate  manner,  in  every 
instance  from  absolutely  pure  and  fresh  ingredients  and  at  bed-rock 
prices,  the  manager  devoting  close  personal  attention  to  the  pre- 
scription department.  In  their  own  laboratory  the  house  puts  up 
for  the  trade  a  few  important  and  very  excellent  remedies  of  their 
own  compounding.  This  business  was  originally  established  by  W. 
G.  Sprague,  in  1860.  He  was  succeeded  by  J. '  Hickox  in  1871 ;  then 
in  1885,  Dennison  and  Hopkins  assumed  charge  and  remained  pro- 
prietors until  the  following  year  when  Mr.  Smith  became  the  owner, 
and  installed  Mr.  Soule  as  manager.  The  premises  occupied  com- 
prise a  ground  floor  and  basement,  each  25  x  75  feet  in  size.  Mr. 
Smith,  who  was  born  in  this  state,  is  an  attorney-at-law  in  St.  Albans 
and  enjoys  a  large  practice.  Both  he  and  Mr.  Soule  are  highly  es- 
teemed through  this  section. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


N.  J.  KENAUD,  Confectionery,  Etc.,  Green  Street.— This  gen- 
tleman came  from  Canada,  his  native  place,  a  number  of  years  ago, 
.and  in  1875,  established  this  store.  His  present  location,  however, 
he  has  occupied  since  1885.  He  owns  the  entire  building  on  Green 
Street,  26  x  34  feet,  and  occupies  the  first  floor  to  conduct  his  trade. 
He  is  a  thorough  and  practical  merchant,  dealing  in  newspapers, 
periodicals,  magazines,  stationery,  music,  confections,  sweets,  bon- 
bons, caramels,  fancy  and  plain  candies  of  all  sorts,  pipes,  tobacco, 
cigars,  smokers'  necessities,  picture  frames  and  Yankee  notions  of 
all  sorts.  His  is  also  the  headquarters  for  Standard  Neura-Cura, 
birch  and  tonic  beer,  orange  cider,  ginger  and  soda  ale,  sarsaparilla 
and  champagne-cider.  Mr.  Renaud's  store  is  neatly  and  attractively 
fitted  with  all  of  the  modern  improvements  and  his  stock  enticingly 
arranged.  He  had  received  a  thorough  commercial  training  prior 
to  his  present  business  venture  in  1875,  having  given  a  considerable 
time  to  duties  in  a  furniture  store  and  one  year  to  the  business  of  a 
general  news  agent.  His  present  standing  proves  tliat  he  has  not 
mistaken  his  vocation.  He  is  regarded  as  an  upright  man  of  affairs 
.and  a  credit  to  his  calling. 


SMITH  &  KETCHUM,  Furniture.— This  is  an  old  as  well  as 
solid  and  ably  conducted  business.  The  manufacturing  department 
was  established  by  J.  N.  Hawley  in  1840,  he  was  succeeded  by  Hol- 
land &  Mansfield  and  they  were  succeeded  by  Holland,  Mansfield  & 
Parker  in  1869.  In  1871  the  building  occupied  was  burned  and  rebuilt 
the  same  year  and  in  1876  the  present  firm  was  organized.  The  large 
factory  at  the  falls  at  the  foot  of  Main  Street  is  a  three  story  build- 
ing with  abundant  water-power,  and  employment  is  furnished  to  a 
large  coi-ps  of  workmen.  The  partners  are  pushing  business  men, 
experienced  and  exercising  superior  executive  abilities.  They 
have  an  accurate  knowledge  of  the  wants  of  the  trade  and  making 
quality  their  first  consideration,  are  enabled  to  retain  old  customers 
while  constantly  making  new  ones.  A  glance  at  their  facilities  and 
-extent  of  establishment  will  indicate  the  importance  of  this  concern 
to  Vermont's  commerce.  Besides  the  large  factory,  they  occupy  a 
Hrge  salesroom  on  Green  Street  where  they  retail  all  kinds  of  f  urni- 
.bure,  curtain  fixtures  and  household  furnishings,  also  a  full  line  of 


undertaking  goods.  They  have  a  large  wholesale  trade  in  Vermont, 
New  York,  New  Hampshire,  Massachusetts  and  Rhode  Island.  They 
employ  several  traveling  salesmen  and  their  trade  is  constantly  in- 
creasing. They  have  permantly  maintained  the  lead  as  to  prices 
and  quality  and  their  connections  include  the  leading  retail  furniture 
dealers  in  all  places  where  their  goods  have  been  introduced.  Mr.  I. 
H.  Smith,  the  senior  member  of  the  firm,  is  a  native  of  Vergennes, 
Mr.  H.  Ketchum  is  a  native  of  Whiting,  Vt.,  and  is  now  city  alder- 
man. He  is  an  authority  in  the  furniture  trade,  and  both  partners 
are  valued  members  of  commercial  circles. 

J.  H.  DONNEIililf,  Tailor,  No.  7  Green  Street.— The  most 
popular,  fashionable  tailor  of  Vergennes  is  Mr.  J.  H.  Donnelly,  who  is 
considered  the  leading  authority  on  gentlemen's  attire.  The  busi- 
ness so  successfully  conducted  by  him,  was  originally  established  by 
Messrs.  Welcome  &  Son  in  1875,  and  in  1878  the  present  proprietor 
succeeded  to  the  control.  His  business  premises  comprise  two 
floors,  25  X  70  feet  in  dimensions,  elegantly  furnished,  ably  managed 
in  all  departments,  and  by  all  odds  the  establishment  is  par  excel- 
lence of  its  kind  in  the  state.  All  the  choicest  fabrics  of  home  and 
foreign  manufacture  are  here  to  select  from  so  that  the  most  fastid- 
ious can  be  suited  from  his  magnificent  stock.  Fashionable  tailoring 
is  executed  on  correct  principles,  all  the  niceties  of  gentlemen's  attire 
are  given  strict  attention,  while  the  styles  are  absolutely  faultless 
and  the  work  of  the  cutter  and  fitter  of  the  most  skilled  and  perfect 
character.  Each  figure  is  made  a  study  and  treated  according  to  its 
needs.  A  corps  of  skilled  workmen  contribute  to  the  successful 
operations  of  the  house,  and  the  proprietor  is  driven  with  orders 
from  all  parts  of  the  country.  His  sales  in  New  York  city  amount  to 
$1,500  per  year.  To  those  who  appreciate  the  importance  of  perfect 
fitting  garments  from  the  best  imported  goods,  we  strongly  recom- 
mend this  old  and  popular  house.  Mr.  Donnelly  travels  and  sells  his 
own  goods;  he  is  a  member  of  the  board  of  common  council,  was 
delegate  to  the  Democratic  National  Convention  in  1888  and  is  a 
native  of  New  York.  He  is  eminently  popular  as  the  leading  con- 
noisseur in  gentlemen's  dress  in  the  city.  Mr.  Donnelly  does  busi- 
ness in  every  city  in  this  state. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

MIDDLEBURY. 


IDDLEBURY,  the  county  seat  of  Addison  County,  was  chartered  November  2,  1761. 
John  Everts,  Esq.,  having  three  towns  to  survey  named  the  one  on  the  south  SaUs- 
bury,  and  the  one  on  the  north  New  Haven,  and  the  third,  from  its  middle  position, 
Middlebury,  The  first  land  cleared  in  town  was  six  or  seven  acres  which  John  Chip- 
man,  from  Salisbury,  Connecticut,  cleared  in  1766,  but  he  made  no  permanent 
settlement  at  that  time.  In  1773  Benjamin  Smalley,  of  Salisbury,  came  with  his  family 
and  built  of  logs  the  first  house  in  town  ;  the  same  year  other  families  came.  In 
1778  the  settlers  built  their  first  log  school  house.  This  memorable  fall  there  was  general 
destruction  of  property  and  capture  of  prisoners  all  along  the  borders  of  Lake  Champlain, 
which  caused  a  complete  desertion  of  the  settlement  till  after  the  close  of  the  war.  The 
settlers  buried  in  the  earth  all  of  their  effects  that  could  not  be  taken  in  their  flight.  In 
1783  the  former  settlers  began  to  return.  In  1786  the  first  bridge  across  the  creek  was  built 
'by  Daniel  Foot,  and  the  village  was  organized  at  his  house  this  same  year  and  the  first  high- 
vways   surveyed. 

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Samuel  Miller,  the  first  lawyer  in  town  and  one  of  the  most  distinguished  citizens,  settled  in 
1788.  In  1792  the  county  courts  were  removed  to  Middlebury,  where  ihey  have  since  been 
held.  In  1793  the  first  post  office  was  established.  In  1794  the  first  jail  was  erected  and 
was  built  entirely  of  wood,  with  prisoners'  cells  and  dungeon;  the  second  of  stone  at  about 
$4,000    cost,    in    1796;    the    third    was    built    of    brick,    at    about    $8,000    cost,    in    1845. 


Middlebury  College. 


The    first    court-house,    which   was   first  occupied   in     1798,    was    remodeled   in    1814.       In     1800 
and    1806    the    State    Legislature   held    its    sessions    here.       In    1801     the   first    number   of    the    first 


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newspaper  was  published  here  by  Joseph  U.  Huntington  and  John  Fitch.  The  paper  was 
called    the    Middlebury    Mercury. 

The  People's  Press  was  published  in  1841,  and  after  several  changes  of  proprietors  and 
name  in  the  intervening  years  it  finally  became  known  as  the  Middlebury  Register  in  1850,  and 
is   now   published   by    the    Register    Company. 

The  discovery  of  marble  in  this  town  was  made  by  Eben  Judd  as  early  as  1802.  In 
1803  he  obtained  a  lease  of  Appleton  Foot  to  dig  marble  anywhere  on  his  lot  between  ♦his 
house  and  the  creek  for  999  years.  A  factory  was  soon  erected,  in  which  was  carried  on  the 
first   extensive    manufactory   of   marble    in    the    state. 

Middlebury  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  handsomest  villages  in  the  State.  It  was  incorporated 
in  1852  and  has  a  population  of  2,993.  It  has  a  clayey  soil  not  easy  of  tillage,  embedded 
with   rich    marble    quarries. 

Middlebury  has  been  particularly  favored  in  respect  of  mechanical  inventions,  among  the 
most  valuable  of  which  is  that  of  the  circular  saw,  the  inventor  of  which  was  Mr.  Jeremiah 
Hall.  The  present  method  of  welding  cast  steel  was  discovered  in  Middlebury  as  early  as 
1800  by  three  blacksmiths.  Sawing  marble  by  water-power  with  sand  and  toothless  saws  in 
gangs  was  invented  about  1801  by  Isaac  E.  Markham.  The  first  full  set  of  machinery  for 
the  manufacture  of  doors  and  window  sash  by  water-power  in  this  or  any  other  country,  was 
invented    and    put    up   in    Middlebury. 


MIDDLEBURY,     VERMONT. 


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ADDISON  HOUSE,  Opposite  Court  House  and  Post  Office, 
Darwin  Rider,  Proprietor.— Commandingly  located  in  the  most  cen- 
tral part  of  the  town,  opposite  the  court-house  and  post  office,  and 
conducted  in  an  unexceptionable  manner  in  every  particular,  as  well 
as  being  provided  with  all  the  luxurious  accessories  of  the  modem 
hotels,  "Addison  House  "  has  far  more  than  a  merely  local  fame. 
Visitors  to  the  town  who  are  well-informed,  and  a  great  proportion  of 
those  who  come  here  periodically,  making  it  their  regular  place  of 
abode  on  such  occasions  and  a  large  number  of  the  residents  making 
it  a  frequent  house  of  call.  This  popular  hotel  was  founded  in  the 
year  1866,  and  its  proprietor,  Mr.  Darwin  Rider,  has  had  the  entire 
control  and  personal  management  of  its  affairs  for  the  whole  of  the 
time,  with  the  exception  of  four  years  which  lie  spent  in  the  south. 
Under  his  able  guidance  the  hotel  has  been  one  of  the  most  credit- 
ably representative  kind,  its  high-class  accommodation  for  one 
liundred  guests  being  such  as  to  elicit  from  those  who  have  availed 
themselves  of  its  hospitality,  unqualified  and  unvarying  eulogy. 
The  whole  of  its  chambers  are  light  and  airy,  are  sumptuously  fur- 
nished and  kept  in  the  most  satisfactory  manner,  a  large  staff  of 
employees  being  retained  for  that  purpose;  and  the  courteous  and 
affable  proprietor  spares  no  pains  in  personally  looking  after  the 
comfort  and  convenience  of  guests  in  every  particular,  and  in  all 
the  minutest  details.  In  connection  with  the  house  is  a  barber's 
shop,  an  elegantly  furnished  and  well  managed  billard  room,  and  a 
first-class  livery  stable,  the  latter  having  well-drained  and  ventilated 
stalls,  and  being  in  all  respects  worthy  of  the  house.  A  free  bus  is 
run  regularly  to  all  trains.  Mr.  Rider,  who  is  universally  esteemed  by 
all  who  know  him,  and  their  name  is  legion,  is  a  prominent  member 
of  the  Masonic  body. 

W.  H.  SHEIjDON,  Druggist  and  Grocer.— A  prominent  house 
engaged  in  the  drug,  grocery  and  provision  trade  is  that  of  Mr.  W. 
H.  Sheldon.  The  business  was  established  in  1843  by  Harmon  A. 
Sheldon,  and  in  1871  Messrs.  Sheldon,  Goodnough  &  Lovett  suc- 
ceeded to  the  business,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the  con- 
trol in  1886.  A  full  line  of  drugs  and  medicines  are  kept  constantly 
on  hand,  and  none  realize  more  fully  than  Mr.  Sheldon  the  responsi- 
bility resting  upon  him  when  engaged  in  filling  prescriptions.  For 
this  purpose  he  is  supplied  with  the  best  and  purest  drugs  the 
market  affords.  He  also  carries  an  immense  stock  and  has  a  large 
trade  in  groceries  and  provisions.  Here  may  be  found  at  all  times 
the  finest  coffees,  teas,  spices,  flour  and  hermetically  sealed  goods  in 
glass  and  tin,  foreign  and  American  delicacies  and  everything  that 
pertains  to  the  staple  and  fancy  grocery  trade.  The  goods  of  this 
establishment  are  highly  esteemed  by  the  community  for  their  fresh- 
ness, absolute  purity  and  low  prices,  while  customers  have  the  satis- 
faction of  knowing  that  nothing  inferior  or  adulterated  will  be  sold 
them.  He  also  keeps  a  large  and  fine  stock  of  boots,  shoes  and  rub- 
bers, which  are  obtained  at  our  best  manufactories  and  sold  at  small 
profit.  Four  courteous  and  obliging  clerks  are  employed.  Mr. 
Sheldon  also  owns  a  gristmill  furnished  with  abundant  water-power 
and  three  run  of  stone.  It  has  the  capacity  of  grinding  four  hun- 
dred busliels  per  day.  A  large  and  flourishing  business  is  done  at 
the  mill.  Mr.  Sheldon  is  a  native  of  Middlebury,  Vt. ,  and  is  a  member 
of  the  I.  O.  O.  F.,  and  is  universally  respected  for  his  honorable  usi- 
ness  methods. 


FRANK  A.  BOND,  Gents',  Boys'  and  Children's  Fine  Cloth- 
ing and  Furnishings.- One  of  the  most  popular  and  succcessful 
business  enterprises  in  this  city  is  that  conducted  by  the  above  enter- 
prising house.  The  establishment  is  popularly  known  as  "Pine 
Hall,"  and  was  originally  founded  in  1868  by  Langworthy  &  Bond. 
In  1873,  Mr.  Langworthy  retired,  leaving  Mr.  Bond  in  sole  possession. 
In  1881  the  house  became  F.  A.  Bond  &  Bro.,  and  in  1886  assumed  its 
former  style.  The  premises  are  of  a  very  spacious  and  complete 
character,  and  are  in  dimensions  35  x  100  feet.  There  is  always  car- 
ried in  stock  at  this  establishment  one  of  the  largest,  most  complete 
and  varied  assortments  of  gents',  boys',  and  children's  fine  clothing 
and  furnishings,  such  as  underwear,  shirts,  neckwear,  hosiery,  etc., 
as  can  be  found  in  this  entire  section.  The  house  employs  a  corps 
of  experienced  and  skillful  help,  and  the  goods  displayed  and  car- 
ried in  stock  are  always  the  newest  in  design  and  most  fashionable  in 
style  on  the  market.  Great  care  is  exercised  in  selecting  this  stock, 
Mr.  Bond  making  a  careful  and  special  study  of  the  popular  de- 


mands required  in  this  community.  Mr.  Bond  is  a  native  of  Brandon, 
Vt.,  an  honored  member  of  the  K.  of  H.  He  is  very  highly  es- 
teemed here,  and  is  also  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Bond  Bros. 

PIERCE  HOUSE,  J.  Higgins,  Proprietor.— The  Pierce  House 
now  so  well  known  throughout  the  state,  is  located  on  Court 
Street,  and  its  pleasant  situation  and  beautiful  surroundings  are  not 
by  any  means  the  least  of  the  house's  attractions.  Entering,  one 
finds  the  predilection  formed  for  the  establishment  from  its  outward 
appearance  fully  warranted  in  actual  fact.  Every  apartment 
throughout  the  house  is  spacious,  airy,  and  well  decorated  and 
appointed,  the  furniture  being  of  a  handsome  description,  and  the 
attention  received  at  the  hands  of  the  many  attendants,  of  the  most 
courteous  and  obliging  nature.  The  convenience  of  guests  is  studied 
in  every  particular;  and  from  the  bedroom,  right  through  to  the 
smoking  and  reading  rooms,  an  air  of  home  comfort  reigns  and 
here,  be  it  said,  that  for  its  cuisine  and  table,  the  Pierce  House 
has  no  superior  in  the  state  of  Vermont.  That  the  public,  traveling 
to  this  neighborhood,  appreciate  Mr.  Higgins'  best  endeavors,  is 
amply  testified  by  the  hotel  register.  An  excellent  livery  stable  is 
maintained  in  connection  with  the  establishment,  and  stylish  turn- 
outs may  be  procured  of  various  kinds,  accompanied  in  each  case  by 
smart  and  careful  drivers  in  neat  and  attractive  liveries.  Mr.  Hig- 
gins was  formerly  proprietor  of  the  Addison  House,  and  is  a  hotel 
man  of  many  years'  experience. 

.  li.  D.  EIjDRIDGE,  Insurance  Agent.— Few  men  in  Middle- 
bury  have  led  more  active  or  more  useful  lives  than  has  fallen  to  the 
lot  of  Mr.  L.  D.  Eldridge,  who  has  one  of  the  busiest  places  in  the 
town.  Mr.  Eldridge  was  born  in  New  York  but  has  always  lived  in  Ver- 
mont, and  has  for  many  years  been  a  practicing  attorney  in  Middle- 
bury,  and  for  many  years  has  been  prominent  in  the  politics  of  the 
state.  He  has  been  a  justice  of  the  peace  nearly  twenty  years.  He 
was  a  member  of  the  state  senate  in  1876  and  in  1888  represented  his 
town  in  the  lower  House.  He  is  treasurer  and  one  of  the  trustees  of 
Middlebury  College,  and  is  regarded  as  one  of  the  town's  foremost 
and  progressive  citizens.  Since  1864  he  has  been  identified  with  in- 
surance matters,  and  his  is  one  of  the  leading  agencies  here.  He 
gives  his  principal  attention  to  fire  insurance,  but  has  always  been 
more  or  less  concerned  in  the  other  lines.  He  represents  some  of 
the  leading  and  wealthiest  insurance  corporations  in  the  world,  com- 
panies noted  for  the  prompt  and  satisfactoiy  manner  in  which  they 
adjust  all  losses.  The  companies  represented  are  the  following: 
The  ^tna,  of  Hartford ;  Springfield  Fire  and  Marine;  Insurance  Com- 
pany of  North  America;  Imperial,  of  London;  and  Lancashire,  of 
Liverpool;  Liberty,  of  New  York,  and  Vermont  Mutual.  Mr.  Eldridge 
does  a  most  extensive  business,  and  has  built  up  a  heavy  permanent 
patronage  through  this  section  for  the  companies  he  represents. 

ClilNTON  SiniTH,  Contractor  and  Builder,  Manufacturer  and 
Dealer  in  Building  and  House  Finishing  Material,  Office  and  Mill, 
First  Door  on  Mill  Street.— No  trade  in  city  or  country  is  of  greater 
importance  than  that  of  the  carpenter  and  builder,  and  in  this  line 
the  house  of  Mr.  Clinton  Smith  takes  front  rank  and  has  developed  a 
trade  of  great  magnitude.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  two- 
story  building,  40  x  100  feet  in  dimensions,  supplied  with  abundant 
water  power.  Fifteen  hands  are  employed  in  the  mill,  and  all  kinds 
of  house  finishing  and  building  material  is  here  manufactured. 
As  a  contractor  and  builder,  Mr.  Smith  has  no  superior  in  the  state 
and  some  of  the  finest  private  residences  and  public  buildings  in  the 
state  have  been  built  under  his  direction,  among  whic^  may  be 
mentioned  the  Court  House  and  Town  Hall  at  Bellows  Falls,  Town 
Hall  at  Middlebury,  and  Vermont  Academy  at  Saxon's  River,  the  new 
government  building  at  Montpelier,  Trinity  Church  at  Watertown, 
N.  Y.,  the  State  Asylum  at  Waterbury,  Vt.,  a  church  at  West  Rut- 
land and  a  church  at  New  Haven,  Vt.,  Columbus  Smith's  residence 
at  West  Salisbury,  Vt.,  and  many  other  private  residences.  He  em- 
ploys from  125  to  200  hands,  and  he  is  prepared  to  estimate  upon  and 
contract  for  every  description  of  carpenters'  and  builders'  work  and 
all  work  under  Mr.  Smith's  superintendence  is  performed  in  the  most 
complete  and  thorough  manner.  To  those  contemplating  the  erec- 
tion of  stores,  flats,  office  buildings  or  private  residences,  churches, 
halls  or  schools,  we  would  recommend  to  secure  estimates  from  Mr. 
Smith  and  examine  his  elaborate  plans  and  finished  work  before 
contracting  elsewhere.    Mr.  Smith  is  a  native  of  Middlebury,  Vt. 


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OTIIiTOlV  A.  BROOKS,  Fire  Insurance,  Court  Street.— Mr. 
Milton  A.  Broolfs  represents  some  of  the  stanehest  fire  insurance 
companies  in  the  world.  Mr.  Brooks  is  prepared  to  promptly  place 
the  largest  risks,  distributing  the  same  in  the  most  judicious  and  sat- 
isfactory manner,  quoting  the  lowest  rates  of  premium,  and  guaran- 
teeing a  speedy  and  liberal  adjustment  of  all  losses.  Mr.  Brooks 
controls  the  insurance  of  important  lines  of  business  and  residential 
property,  stocks  of  merchandise  and  personal  effects  in  and  around 
Middlebury,  and  is  justly  popular  with  all  classes  of  property  hold- 
ers, and  the  general  business  and  social  community. 

REGISTER  CO.,  Publishers  of  the  Middlebury  Register,  and 
Book  and  Job  Printers,  Mill  Street. — Editing  and  controlling  that 
valuable  paper  the  "Middlebury  Register,"  the  Register  Co.  is 
one  that  is  known  and  very  highly  regarded  not  alone  in  Middlebury 
but  over  a  considerable  section  of  the  state  of  Vermont,  its  well 
ordered  printing  office  being  one  to  which  trades  in  a  large  stretch 
of  territory  regularly  look  for  the  providing  of  their  commercial 
printing,  as  well  as  for  the  periodical  budget  of  news  which  is  there 
published.  This  honored  concern  is  one  of  the  oldest  of  its  kind  in 
Vermont,  it  having  been  founded  in  1836,  and  the  proprietorship  now 
vests  in  Mr.  Joseph  Battell  and  Mr.  E.  H.  Thorp,  the  former  a  gen- 
tleman who  has  very  long  been  identified  with  its  interests,  and 
whose  fame  in  that  connection  is  accentuated,  amongst  horsemen 
at  any  rate,  by  his  well-known  fondness  for  the  equine  race,  and  his 
rare  knowledge  of  the  great  breeding  stables,  and  the  most  noted 
pedigrees,  information  that  will  shortly  be  embodied  in  a  register  he 
is  now  preparing.  His  partner,  who  is  a  young  man  of  marked  bus- 
iness aptitude  and  great  administrative  talent,  and  who  is  taking  a 
most  active  part  in  the  conduct  of  the  affairs  of  the  house,  has 
under  his  control  eight  employees  in  the  printing  office,  which  is 
equipped  in  the  most  perfect  manner,  its  large  assortment  of  well- 


selected  fonts  of  type  being  supplemented  by  all  necessary  machin- 
ery, presses  and  i-equisites  for  the  trade,  thus  enabling  the  firm 
to  accomplish  every  kind  of  general,  society,  and  commercial  print- 
ing, as  well  a-s  book  work,  in  tlie  most  creditable  manner,  with  great 
promptness,  and  at  really  reasonable  prices.  Mr.  Battell,  who  is  the 
proprietor  of  the  '■  Bread  Loaf  Jim  "  Ripton,  is  a  native  of  Vermont, 
as  is  also  Mr.  Thorp,  and  both  are  gentlemen  highly  popular  with 
their  fellow  residents. 

CHAPOTAN  &  COOTPAIVY,  Clothing,  Merchant  Tailors, 
Etc.— This  enterprise  was  established  by  Messrs.  Chapman  &  Hyde! 
under  the  present  firm  style  in  1884,  and  they  have  very  deservedly 
enjoyed  a  continuously  prosperous  career  to  date.  The  premises 
occupied  comprise  a  spacious  and  commodious  ground  floor  on  Main 
Street,  having  a  frontage  and  depth  of  30  x  80  feet,  giving  ample 
accommodation  for  the  manipulation  and  display  of  the  exception- 
ally fine  line  of  goods  carried,  and  the  general  advantageous  prose- 
cution of  the  business.  The  stock  carried  embraces  a  full  line  of 
imported  and  domestic  cloths,  tweeds,  cassimeres,  etc.,  in  all  the 
latest  and  most  fashionable  designs  and  patterns,  fine  ready-made 
clothing  for  gents',  youths'  and  boys'  wear;  hats,  caps,  gents'  fur- 
nishing goods,  hosiery,  underwear,  neckwear,  gloves,  umbrellas, 
and  the  general  complement  of  the  well-appointed  emporium  of  this 
type.  A  prominent  specialty  is  made  of  custom  clothing  to  order, 
and  all  garments  coming  from  this  establishment  may  be  invariably 
relied  upon  in  point  of  fit,  style,  finish  and  material.  Mr.  Chapman 
was  born  in  Vermont,  and  is  a  prominent  member  of  the  Masonic 
order,  his  partner.  Mr.  Hyde,  hailing  from  New  York,  and  being  simi- 
larly identified  with  the  order  of  Knights  Templar.  The  business  is 
carried  on  a  strictly  cash  basis,  Messrs.  Chapman  &  Company  being 
ardent  believers  in  the  theory  of  "  small  profits  and  quick  returns." 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 
NORTHFIELD. 


c^'i^^JI  HE  town  of  Northfield  is  located  in  the  southern  part  of  Washington  County  and 
is  bounded  north  by  Berlin,  east  by  Williamstown,  south  by  Roxbury,  and  west  by 
Waitsfield.  It  lies  ten  miles  southwest  from  Montpelier  and  thirty-five  southeast 
from  Burlington.  Its  population  according  to  the  last  census  is  2,836.  The  town 
was  granted  November  6,  1780,  and  chartered  to  Maj.  Joel  Matthews  and  others  Au- 
gust 10,  1781.  The  first  land  was  cleared  in  the  town  by  Hon,  Elijah  Paine. 
The  town  was  organized  in  1794.  Dr.  Nathaniel  Richardson  was  first  town  clerk  and  Amos 
Robinson,  Esq.,  was  the  first  representative.  Dog  River  runs  through  the  town  in  a  northerly 
direction  and  affords  abundant  water-power  for  mills  and  factories.  The  timber  is  hemlock? 
spruce,  maple,  beech,  birch,  fir,  pine,  ash  and  butternut.  The  soil  is  good  and  in  many 
places  easily  cultivated.  A  range  of  argillaceous  slate  passes  through  the  township  from 
north  to  south.  The  surface  is  uneven  and  a  range  of  high  land  passes  through  the  town 
from   north   to    south    on    both    sides   of   the    river.  , 

The  village  is  an  attractive  one  with  broad  streets  lined  with  beautiful  shade  trees,  and 
contains  handsome  public  buildings  and  some  elegant  private  residences.  It  has  two  banks 
and  four  churches,  viz.:  the  Congregational,  Episcopal,  Methodist  and  Universalist.  There  are 
two   first-class   hotels    which    are   well   patronized    at    all   times. 

The  graded  school  system  is  in  vogue  here  and  this  village  is  also  the  site  of  the  Nor- 
wich   University. 


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Manufacturing  is  engaged  in  to  considerable  extent;  the  river  affording  sufficient  water- 
power  and  the  Central  Vermont  R.  R.  supplying  excellent  transportation  facilities.  There  are 
shops  for  the  manufacture  of  brooms,  doors,  sash  and  blinds,  force  pumps  and  hand  drills, 
creameries  and  churns,  fork  handles  and  chair  stock,  flour  and  feed,  mattresses  and  spring  beds, 
slates,    marble    and   granite    monuments,    carriages,    shingles    and    chairs. 

The  village  is  supplied  with  water  by  the  Northfield  Aqueduct  Co.,  and  the  Emerson 
Aqueduct  Co.,  at  reasonable  rates.  The  fire  department  is  efficiently  organized  and  is  always 
ready  for  service.  The  Northfield  News,  a  weekly  paper,  is  published  here  and  has  a  wide 
circulation. 

Of  the  leading  industries  and  the  men  who  are  prosecuting  them,  the  following  sketches 
will   give   an    excellent   idea. 


A.  A.  MINOTT,  Dentist,  over  Dr.  Nichol's  Drug  Store.— Dr. 
Minott  is  a  native  of  Middlesex,  this  state,  and  was  for  a  number  of 
years  witli  tlie  celebrated  Dr.  Hunt,  D.D.S.,  of  Montpelier,  where  he 
acquired  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  profession  in  all  its  details. 
He  came  to  this  place  in  1884  and  purchased  this  establishment  from 
Dr.  C.  W.  Locklin,  who  had  founded  it  some  years  previously,  and  at 
once  met  with  very  successful  results,  while  his  business  is  increas- 
ing annually,  extending  as  it  does  throughout  Washington  county 
and  vicinity.  He  occupies  a  very  finely  appointed  suite  of  rooms, 
comprising  a  handsomely  furni.shed  reception  parlor  and  office, 
operating  room  and  laboratory,  in  which  will  be  found  in  active 
operation  all  the  very  latest  improved  mechanical  and  scientific 
appliances  and  devices  known  to  the  profession.  The  use  of  vital- 
ized air,  anaesthetics  and  cocaine  for  the  painless  extraction  of  teeth 
have  proved  very  successful  in  his  hands  and  results  have  always 
been  satisfactory.  Teeth  are  filled  with  gold,  silver  or  reliable  com- 
pcsition  in  the  very  best  manner,  especially  crown  filling.  A  spe- 
cialty is  the  manufacture  of  artificial  teeth  either  singly  or  in  sets,  on 
gold,  platinum,  vulcanized  rubber  or  other  bases,  and  particularly  of 
the  bridging  process,  and  all  work  done  here  is  guaranteed  to  give 
satisfaction.  Dr.  Minott  is  a  very  intelligent,  refined  and  courteous 
gentleman,  and  a  thorough  master  of  his  profession. 

li.  li.  MONTANA,  Bakery  and  Restaurant.— A  representative 
establishment  of  this  type  in  Northfield  is  the  recently  opened  bak- 
ery and  restaurant  presided  over  by  Mr.  L.  L.  Montana.  He  en- 
gaged in  the  business  here  during  the  past  year,  yet  despite  a  some- 
what recent  establishment,  he  already  enjoys  a  large  and  well  de- 
served share  of  the  public  recognition  and  patronage.  His  spacious 
and  well  ordered  establishment  is  fitted  up  in  a  style  appropriate  to 
the  business,  the  productions  of  the  house  embracing  bread,  made 
from  the  finest  manufactured  flour,  cakes,  pies,  pastry  and  confec- 
tionery, green  and  dried  fruits,  cigars  .and  tobacco  being  likewise 
dealt  in.  In  its  particular  line,  the  restaurant  department  presents 
equally  advantageous  recommendations,  Mr.  Montana's  daily  bill  of 
fare  comprising  all  the  delicacies  of  the  season  the  markets  afford, 
served  up  in  excellent  style,  and  charged  for  on  an  extremely  mod- 
erate basis.  The  patronage  of  the  house,  both  as  regards  the 
counter  and  restaurant  trade  is  rapidly  growing  in  volume  and 
value,  and  the  establishment  bids  fair  under  existing  favorable 
auspices,  to  rival  and  excel  any  similar  enterprise  of  its  type  in  this 
section.  Mr.  Montana  is  a  native  of  New  York  state,  and  perhaps 
his  phenomenal  success  in  Northfield  may  be  attributed  to  his  uni- 
form courtesy  to  his  customers,  and  the  fact  that  his  experience  in 
this  branch  of  business  covers  a  period  of  over  a  quarter  of  a  century. 

JOHN  M.  TEMPIiE,  Fine  Teas,  Coffees,  and  Groceries, 
Crockery,  China,  Glassware,  Etc.— This  fiourishing  and  widely 
known  establishment  was  founded  a  number  of  years  ago  by  Mr.  H. 
L.  Kenyon,  who  was  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1884. 
This  gentleman  had  been  with  Cobb,  Bates  &  Yerxa,  of  Boston,  and 
understands  the  grocery  business  in  every  detail.  Under  his  able 
management  and  direction  the  trade  has  reached  its  present  volume 
and  importance.  The  premises  utilized  are  spacious,  commodious 
and  very  appropriately  fitted  up  with  every  convenience  for  the  suc- 
cessful prosecution  of  the  business.  A  full  and  complete  stock  is 
constantly  carried,  which  embraces  none  but  absolutely  pure  and 


fresh,  fancy  and  staple  groceries,  the  best  brands  of  hermet- 
ically sealed  goods  in  tin  and  glass,  choice  family  flour, 
select  dairy  and  fancy  creamery  butter  and  cheese,  fresh  eggs, 
farm  and  garden  products,  bakers'  and  laundry  suppUes,  etc. 
His  stock  of  crockery,  china  and  glassware  includes  all  kinds 
of  foreign  and  domestic,  plain  and  highly  ornamented  sets  and  single 
pieces,  the  very  latest  novelties  in  lamps  and  their  fittings,  fancy 
articles  and  novelties  for  use  and  ornament,  etc.  These  goods  are 
all  of  the  very  latest  styles  and  are  of  the  very  best  quality  and 
prices  are  extremely  reasonable.  The  store  is  a  model  of  neatness 
and  cleanliness,  polite  service  is  accorded  to  patrons,  and  goods  are 
delivered  at  residences  in  the  village  free  of  charge.  Mr.  Temple 
is  a  native  of  Greenfield,  Mass.,  and  has  been  a  highly  respected 
resident  here  for  many  years. 

DAVIS  &  PHIIililPS,  Fine  Monumental  Work.— The  enter- 
prising firm  of  Messrs.  Davis  &  Phillips,  manufacturers  of  and  deal- 
ers in  fine  monumental  work,  have  attained  prominence  in  this  line; 
and  the  extensive  trade  now  at  their  command  makes  their  ultimate 
position  in  the  foremost  ranks  of  the  business,  fully  assured.  Orders 
now  reach  the  firm  from  all  parts  of  the  United  States;  and  in  order 
to  cope  with  the  heavy  demand  made  upon  their  resources,  a  staff  of 
fifteen  competent  workers  is  regularly  engaged.  Inasmuch  as  the 
undertaking  was  initiated  as  recently  as  1890,  this  liberal  measure  of 
patronage  and  support  cannot  but  be  regarded  as  a  fiattering  and  at 
the  same  time  a  substantial  testimony  of  the  firm's  thorough  skill  in 
the  preparation  of  monumental  work  of  all  kinds;  which,  be  it  said, 
are  of  the  most  artistic  description  and  characterized  in  a  marked 
degree  by  their  high  finish  and  by  the  excellence  of  the  material  em- 
ployed. This  consists,  for  the  most  part,  of  light  and  dark  Barre 
granite,  which  with  the  whole  of  the  work  executed,  is  guaranteed 
to  be  strictly  first  class  in  every  respect.  A  large  shed  and  polishing 
mill  are  hei'e  maintained;  every  convenience,  such  as  tools  and  ap- 
pliances incidental  to  the  trade,  being  at  hand.  Every  detail  of  the 
undertaking  is  conducted  under  the  close  personal  care  and  attention 
of  the  two  able  and  experienced  principals,  Mr.  F.  J.  Davis  and  Mr. 
H.  D.  Phillips,  who  are  natives  of  New  Brunswick. 

C.  K.  REED,  Clothing.— One  of  Northfleld's  leading  merchants 
is  Mr.  C.  E.  Reed.  For  the  finest  qualities  of  ready-made  clothing,  as 
well  as  for  hats,  caps  and  gentlemen's  furnishing  goods,  this  house 
has  few  equals  in  this  section  of  the  county,  while  it  yields  prece- 
dence to  none,  either  in  regard  to  the  quality  of  its  goods  or  the 
complete  and  comprehensive  stock  always  carried.  The  business 
was  initiated  by  the  present  proprietor,  Mr.  C.  E.  Reed,  in  1882,  since 
which  time  it  has  steadily  grown  with  each  succeeding  year,  in 
patronage  and  support,  until  the  trade  now  at  its  command  extends 
to  all  sections  of  Northfield  and  to  the  contiguous  country  for  miles 
round.  The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  spacious  store,  20  x  60 
feet  in  superficial  area ;  elegantly  fitted  and  well  appointed  to  meet 
the  exigencies  of  the  business,  and  to  display  to  due  advantage  the 
handsome  assortment  of  goods  always  on  hand.  This  includes  gen- 
tlemen's youths'  and  boys'  suits,  in  English,  French,  German  and 
domestic  fabrics,  of  the  latest  style  and  fashion  and  highest  finish, 
overcoats  and  ulsters  in  various  cloths,  pants,  dress  suits,  etc.,  hats, 
and  caps,  suitable  for  all  wearers,  at  closely  cut  prices,  and  a  full  line 
of  men's  furnishing  goods.  Mr.  Reed  is  a  native  of  Williamstown,  Vt. 


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INDUSTRIES    AND    WEALTH    OF 


J.  K.  EGERTON,  Insurance  Agent.— The  reliance  placed  upon 
the  services  of  Mr.  J.  K.  Egerton,  in  his  capacity  as  an  insurance 
agent,  finds  easy  explanation  in  the  record  of  the  transactions  in 
which  he  has  been  concerned  since  the  establishment  of  his  business 
in  1878.  The  thirteen  years  of  professional  trading  having  given  him 
a  most  clear  and  detailed  insight  into  aM  matters  connected  witli  the 
insurance  world,  whether  tire,  marine  or  life,  and  brought  to  his 
firm  great  credit,  for  the  adjustment  of  all  legitimate  claims  promptly 
on  fair  and  equitable  terms.  He  occupies  an  unassailable  vantage 
ground  in  being  able  to  place  risks  with  the  oldest  and  soundest  com- 
panies. Well  in  the  fore  front  of  these  is  the  Insurance  Company  of 
North  America,  whose  headquarters  are  in  Philadelphia,  a  company 
founded  as  long  ago  as  179;i;  the  Phcenix  Company,  of  Hartford 
Conn.;  the  Phoenix  Company,  of  London,  Eng.;  the  New  England 
Company,  of  Rutland,  Vt.;  Liberty,  of  New  York:  the  Vermont  Mut- 
ual of  Montpelier,  Vt. ;  and  the  Union  Mutual,  and  National  Life  In- 
surance Companies,  both  of 'the  last  named  city.  He  has  won  the 
confidence  and  respect  of  the  companies  he  represents,  by  the  per- 
spicuity of  his  judgment  in  accepting  risks,  while  giving  entire  sat- 
isfaction to  every  bona  fide  insurer.  He  is,  personally,  very  prom- 
inent in  connection  with  the  Independent  Order  of  Odd  Fellows, 
being  Grand  High  Priest  of  the  Grand  Encampment  of  Vermont,  and 
a  representative  to  the  Grand  Lodge.  Mr.  J.  K.  Egerton  is  a  native 
of  Northfield,  and  for  four  years  was  its  respected  town  clerk,  and  is 
also  vice-president  of  the  Montpelier  Board  of  Underwriters. 

O.  I>.  EDGEBTON,  Dry  Goods,  Groceries  and  Carpets.— The 
house  of  Mr.  O.  D.  Edgerton,  dealer  in  dry  goods,  groceries,  carpets 
paints,  furniture,  oil  cloths,  paper,  notions,  etc.,  is  regarded,  unani- 
mously, as  the  leading  establishment  in  Northfield,  for  the  various 
lines  of  goods  handled,  but  more  especially  in  regard  to  dry  goods, 
groceries  and  furniture,  which  for  prices  and  quality,  place  the 
house  beyond  competition.  The  business  was  initiated  by  the  firm 
of  Edgerton  Bros,  in  1866;  then  in  1888,  O.  D.  Edgerton  purchased  the 
business,  and  the  many  facilities  at  the  command  of  the  house  for 
obtaining  the  many  goods  dealt  in.  directfrom  manufacturers  and  im- 
porters of  the  highest  repute  are  essentially  peculiar  to  itself.  The 
building  occupied,  which  Mr.  Edgerton  purchased  in  1888,  consists  of 
two  spacious  stores  and  basement,  well  fitted  in  every  way  to  meet 
the  exigencies  of  the  extensive  trade  carried  on,  and  containing  a 
heavy  and  comprehensive  stock.  This  stock  is  cpmplete  and  self- 
contained  in  each  department,  and  embraces  all  kinds  of  furniture 
suitable  for  the  mansion  and  the  cottage  alike,  carpets  and  oil  cloths 
of  every  description,  a  full  line  of  staple  and  fancy  goods  in  great 
variety,  a  complete  assortment  of  paints,  oils,  wall  paper,  and  paint- 
ers' supplies,  etc.,  whilst  the  celebrated,  pure  mixed  paints  of  Messrs. 
Longm  in  &  Martiaez  are  also  conspicuous,  the  firm  controlling  the 
sole  agency  for  these.  Mr.  Edgerton  is  a  native  of  Potsdam.  New 
York,  and  is  vice-president  of  the  Northfield  Savings  Bank,  and  a 
member  of  the  Independent  Order  of  Odd  Fellows. 

CROSS  BROTHERS,  Manufacturers  of  All  Kinds  of  Barre 
Granite  Monuments. — One  of  the  newer  industrial  enterprises  of 
this  place  is  that  of  Messrs.  Cross  Brothers  as  granite  workers. 
It  was  founded  in  1889  as  Cross  &  Co.,  the  three  brothers  who  now 
have  the  proprietorship  being  at  that  time  in  partnership  with 
R.  A.  Davis  and  F.  J.  Davis,  and  it  was  upon  the  retirement  of  the 
last-named  gentlemen'  in  1890,  that  the  present  trading  title  was 
adopted.  This  enterprising  firm  undertakes  the  production  of  really 
fine  Barre  granite  monuments,  and  makes  a  specialty  of  artistic 
drapery,  of  handsome  carved  work,  lettering,  and  polishing;  and  its 
work  has  become  so  widely  and  favorably  known  that  it  has  pa- 
trons in  and  sends  its  goods  to  all  parts  of  the  United  States.    For 


the  purposes  of  the  business  a  shed  is  occupied  which  is  40  x  150  feet 
in  amplitude,  in  addition  to  a  separate  polishing  mill,  and  from 
twenty-five  to  thirty  skilled  craftsmen,  masons  and  sculptors  are 
regularly  employed,  under  the  immediate  direction  of  the  principals, 
who  are  themselves  accomplished  exponents  of  the  higher 
branches  of  the  art.  The  energetic  and  distinctly  progressive 
proprietors  are  Mr.  M.  W.,  Mr.  G.  A.,  and  Mr.  L.  T.  Cross,  and 
it  is  only  doing  them  bare  justice  to  say  that  they  have  played 
an  important  part  in  rendering  Northfield  famous  in  their  line 
of  industry.    They  are  all  young  men  of  Canadian  birth. 

A.  F.  SPADIiDIIVG,  Machinist,  and  Manufacturer  of  Force 
Pumps,  Angle,  Ratchet  and  Upright  Drills,  etc.— For  the  purchase  of 
all  descriptions  of  machinery,  and  for  the  manufacture  of  special 
machinery,  the  establishment  of  Mr.  A.  F.  Spaulding  provides  the 
industrial  section  of  the  community  at  Northfield,  and  for  a  long 
distance  round  its  borders,  with  all  that  can  be  desired  in  this  line. 
Force  pumps,  angle,  rachet,  and  upright  drills,  are  among  the  staple 
productions  of  the  firm,  which  has  introduced  a  combination  bench 
and  breast  drill,  which  is  a  piece  of  machinei-y  unique  in  its  charac- 
ter, of  a  high  order  of  usefulness,  and  one  which  no  tinsmith  or  stove 
dealer  should  be  without,  since,  while  it  will  drill  up  to  a  three  eighth 
inch  hole  £is  a  bench  drill,  and  only  weighs  about  eight  pounds,  it 
may  with  the  greatest  simplicity  be  converted  into  a  breast  drill  at 
will.  Another  specialty  of  the  house  is  a  ratchet  wrench  which  will 
work  equally  well  either  right  or  left,  by  the  simple  movement  of  a 
key  in  either  direction,  obviating  the  necessity  of  turning  it  over,  or 
even  of  taking  it  off  when  once  in  place.  A  recommendation  of 
these  mechanical  devices  additional  to  their  great  utility  is  their 
comparatively  nominal  cost,  the  price  charged  being  $3.50  and  $1.00 
respectively.  All  sorts  of  larger  or  smaller  articles,  tools,  or  ma- 
chinery is  manufactured  at  the  establishment  to  order,  and  consider- 
able business  is  done  as  dealers  in  iron  pipes  and  fittings,  and  rubber 
hose  and  fittings,  the  spacious  shop  occupied  on  Main  Street,  con- 
taining a  very  full  and  complete  line  in  each  department.  The  enter- 
prise had  its  inception  in  1877  at  the  hands  of  its  present  able,  practi- 
cal, and  business-like  proprietor,  who  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire. 
Mr.  A.  F.  Spaulding  is  a  member  of  the  Grand  Army  of  the  Republic, . 
and  is  commander  of  Johnson  Post. 

F.  li.  HOWE  &  rO.,  Manufacturers  of  and  Dealers  in  Marble 
and  Granite,  South  of  News  Block.— The  very  important  monument- 
tal  works  of  Messrs.  F.  L.  Howe  &  Co.  are  the  source  of  supply  for 
high-class  work  in  its  line,  not  for  Northfield  alone,  or  even  for  Ver- 
mont, but  for  a  large  number  of  patrons  also  in  the  west,  who  can 
appreciate  sculptured  and  carved  art.  The  firm's  snop  south 
of  News  block  is  just  what  one  would  expect  in  the  case  of  a  con- 
cern with  so  enviable  a  connection,  and  the  very  large  stock  of  mon- 
uments, tablets,  urns,  etc.,  always  on  hand,  are  equally  in  keeping 
with  its  wide  fame.  The  work  of  the  house  is  principally  to  order, 
and  the  goods  shown  are  chiefly  designed  as  samples  of  the  excel- 
lence of  its  labors.  Judged  from  this  standpoint  the  firm  of  F.  L. 
Howe  &  Co.  is  entitled  to  its  high  rank,  the  monumental  work  which 
has  left  its  shop  during  the  past  decade  being  such  as  any  establish- 
ment might  be  proud  of.  Scotch  and  American  granite  monuments, 
headstones,  borders,  posts,  etc.,  come  within  its  scope,  and  have  the 
very  best  and  most  artistic  representation,  the  four  monumental 
workers  employed  being  craftsmen  of  great  skill.  The  partners  are 
Mr.  F.  L.  Howe,  who  was  born  in  Northfield,  and  holds  the  responsi- 
ble position  of  clerk  of  the  village,  and  his  father,  Mr.  E.  W.  Howe, 
who  was  born  at  Winhall,  Vt.,  who  has  been  for  forty  years  in- 
the  same  line  of  business,  and  who  is  sheriff  of  Washington. 
County. 


INDUSTRIES  AND  WEALTH  OF 

MORRISVILLE. 


ORRISVILLE    is    a   fine     thriving    village    on    the    line    of   the    St.    Johnsbury   and    Lake 
Champlain    R.  R.,    and   on    the    Lamoille  River  near  the   Great    Falls,  and   is  surrounded 
^     by   sublime    and    romantic    scenery.     The    Falls,   which    are   but  a   few    miles  west   of  the 
village,    afford    one   of    the   finest    manufacturing   sites    and    powers    in    the  state. 

A   daily  stage    runs   from  Morrisville   to   Waterbury,  a    distance    of   eighteen  miles,    and 
to    Montpelier,    a   distance    of   twenty-four   miles. 

The  inhabitants  are  engaged  in  manufacturing  to  some  extent,  and  among  the  articles 
manufactured  are  rubber  stamps  and  stencil  plates,  stoves,  hollow  ware  and  castings,  leather,  paper, 
pulp,    lumber,    butter   tubs,    carriages  and   harnesses. 

The  village  has  three  first-class  hotels,  viz.:  the  Morrisville  House,  the  Vermont  House, 
and  the  Union  House.  The  Congregational,  Methodist,  and  Universalist  societies  are  repre- 
sented   here    and   each    have    substantial    and    attractive   edifices. 

The  village,  like  most  Vermont  villages,  is  well  supplied  with  schools.  The  People's  Academy, 
which  was  incorporated  in  1847  ^"^  ^^^  ^ver  been  considered  a  first-class  school,  is  located 
here.  It  has  extensive  apparatus  and  a  large  library,  which  is  designed  for  the  free  use  of 
students.  Mr.  O,  C.  Pitkin,  A,  B.,  was  the  first  principal.  The  graded  school  system  prevails 
and  no  town  in  the  state  provides  better  educational  advantages  for  its  children  than  Morris- 
ville. 

It  is  the  home  of  Hon.  Geo.  W.  Hendee,  ex-Governor  of  Vermont  and  ex-Congressman 
from  this  district,  and  of  Hon.  H.  H.  Powers,  the  present  member  of  Congress.  The  citizens 
are  generally  public  spirited  and  anxious  to  encourage  any  enterprise  that  will  help  to  build  up 
their    town. 

In  looking  over  the  military  record  of  this  town  we  find  that  several  men  enlisted  in  the 
war  of  18 1 2,  and  in  the  War  of  the  Rebellion  the  town  sent  out  about  eighty  volunteers,  nearly 
one  half  of  whom  never  returned.  The  town,  like  most  others  of  the  state,  was  liberal  in 
giving   bounties. 

Morrisville  is  a  thriving  village  and  is  a  most  delightful  spot  for  a  summer  residence  or  a 
Vermont  home.  It  is  located  in  the  midst  of  sublime  and  romantic  scenery  and  the  drives  in 
all  directions  are  beautiful.  The  river  at  this  place  (the  Falls)  pours  itself  into  a  channel,  cut 
directly  across  the  stream  twenty  feet  deep  and  thirty  broad.  On  the  west  side  of  this  chasm 
a  rocky  wall  rises  perpendicularly  thirty  feet,  and  the  beholder  standing  on  the  verge  of  this 
precipice  witnesses  a  scene  of  great  beauty  and  grandeur,  for  at  his  feet  the  whole  volume  of 
the  river  is  plunged  into  this  boiling  cauldron,  escaping  through  a  channel  at  the  south,  where 
it  spreads  itself  out  and  encircles  numerous  islands,  whose  high,  jagged  points  are  covered  with 
a  thick  growth  of  cedar  and  fir.  The  precipice  of  rock  which  overlooks  the  Falls  and  the 
scenery   below,-  was    named    by    the    early   settlers,    "The    Pulpit,"   from    its     resemblance    to     that 

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Portland  hiKKi.T. 

structure.  There  is  in  the  southeast  part  of  the  township  a  considerable  body  of  water  called 
Joe's  pond,  from  an  old  Indian  who  resided  on  the  borders  of  this  water.  This  has  become  a 
famous   resort   for   excursionists   and    lovers   of   the    piscatorial    art. 

LAMOILLE  COUNTY 

Is  said  to  have  the  finest  scenery  of  the  state.  Within  its  limits  is  Mount  Mansfield,  with 
two  lakes  near  the  top  and  marked  by  its  two  slides  on  the  north  side.  One  slide  occurred 
in  1830,  the  other  in  1848.  This  slide  ran  from  the  Chin  peak  (which  is  the  highest  in  the 
state)  to  its  base,-  a  distance  of  three  miles.  Smugglers'  Notch  gaps  upon  the  east.  In  the 
north  rise  Sterling  and  White-face,  covered  with  snow  two-thirds  of  the  year,  and  Hog-back 
Mountain,  Southern  Belvidere  and  Mount  Norris  and  Hadley  occupy  the  northern  part  of  the 
county. 

Ponds  are  numerous  in  this  county ;  among  the  most  interesting  are  Bear  Head  and  Lake 
of  the  Clouds  on  Mount  Mansfield ;  Sterling,  one  mile  in  length  by  half  a  mile  in  width ; 
Elmore,  which  lies  in  Elmore,  one  mile  or  more  in  length,  on  one  side  of  which  is  a  neat 
village  and  on  the  other  a  craggy  mountain  ;  in  Belvidere  at  the  base  of  Belvidere  Mountains, 
a    pond   a   mile   and   a   half   in    length,    and    one   small    pond    in    the    west   part    of   Waterville. 

In  Hyde  Park  there  are  12  ponds,  and  in  Eden  there  are  twenty,  large  and  small.  South 
Pond  is  two  miles  long  and  has  been  used  as  a  reservoir.  North  Pond  is  two  miles  long 
and  one  mile  wide,  and  at  its  outlet  is  a  village  and  mills.  The  first  mills  built  upon  this  site 
were   swept   away   in    1807    by   the   bursting   of   the    dam. 

Ores  and  minerals  are  found  in  the  county  to  some  extent.  Soapstone  is  found  in  Water- 
ville   and   Johnson    and   copper   and   ochre   are   found   in    some    parts   of   the    county. 

Hyde  Park,  three  miles  from  Morrisville,  is  the  county  seat,  and  the  home  of  Hon.  Carroll 
S.    Page,    the   Governor   of   Vermont. 


M  O  R  R  I  S  V  I  li  L  E  ,     VERMONT. 


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H.  A.  SLAYTON  &  CO.,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Dealers  in 
Flour,  Mill  Feed,  Grain  and  Seeds,  Coal  and  Brick,  Nails,  Salt,  Lime, 
Kerosene  Oil  and  Plaster. — Established  in  the  year  1877,  the  firm  of 
H.  A.  Slayton  &  Co.  is  now  one  of  a  particularly  solid  and  substan- 
tial description,  and  one,  moreover,  which,  while  being  the  largest 
house  in  the  county,  as  wholesale  and  retail  dealers  in  flour,  mill 
feed,  grain  and  seed,  is  also  extensively  relied  upon  for  the  supply 
of  coal  and  brick,  nails,  salt,  lime,  kerosene  oil,  plaster  and  other 
building  materials.  The  lengthy  trading  of  the  house,  and  the  tlior- 
ough  experience  of  the  principals,  especially  in  relation  to  all  mat- 
ters connected  witli  the  more  staple  department  of  their  business, 
renders  them  intimately  conversant  with  the  exact  value  of  every 
grade  of  flour,  mill  feed,  grain  or  seeds,  and  the  best  direct  markets 
where  such  merchandise  can  be  procured  in  large  quantities,  at  the 
lowest  rates,  from  time  to  time  prevailing,  while  the  extent  of  tlieir 
operations  enables  them  to  secure  the  best  quotations.  The  benefits 
of  this  are  liberally  shared  with  patrons,  and  this  it  is  which  causes 
the  trade  of  the  house  to  be  of  so  far-reaching  a  kind.  In  the  other 
branches  a  similar  policy  is  pursued,  and  the  connection  altogether  is 
not  only  of  great  annual  volume,  but  is  remarkably  well  sustained 
and  enduring.  The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  two-story  build- 
ing, 30  X  00  feet  expanse  on  each  floor,  and  the  heavy  stock  there 
carried  in  each  line,  and  in  all  the  leading  grades,  at  all  times  suffices 
to  meet  the  demands  made  upon  the  resources  of  the  establishment. 
Mr.  H.  A.  Slayton,  who  is  assisted  in  the  conduct  of  the  business  by 
four  trained  employees,  is  a  gentleman  of  Vermont  birth,  and 
among  the  most  popular  of  townsmen. 


H.  P.  MUNSON,  General  Merchandise.— One  of  the  leading 
stores  of  the  town  is  the  establishment  of  Mr.  H.  P.  Munson,  located 
on  Main  Street.  This  business  deserves  more  than  a  passing  notice 
in  this  commercial  review  from  tlie  fact  of  the  proprietor,  having 
started  in  business  only  three  years  ago  with  but  limited  experience, 
has  succeeded  in  building  up  a  large  and  lucrative  business.  The 
premises  occupied  for  this  flourishing  business  consist  of  a  large 
building  with  dimensions  of  40  x  150  feet,  and  every  part  of  this  is 
brought  into  requisition  for  the  storage  of  the  immense  and  miscel- 
laneous stock  carried,  the  fittings  throughout  being  such  as  are 
specially  designed  to  keep  the  goods  in  the  best  order,  and  ever  get- 
at-able.  Handling  dry  goods,  the  house  is  always  able  to  display  a 
choice  stock,  which  embraces  all  the  newest  patterns  and  colorings, 
and  staple  articles  which  may  be  relied  upon,  not  only  for  the  ele- 
gance of  their  appearance,  but  also  for  durability  in  wear,  and  the 
stock  is  regularly  kept  fully  replenished  in  all  grades,  sizes  and 
varieties.  In  its  transactions  having  reference  to  country  produce, 
great  inducements  are  offered  for  business,  the  firm  buying  direct 
from  the  producers  strictly  for  cash,  and  being  thereby  enabled  to 
supply  its  patrons  with  staple  articles  at  the  strictly  competitive 
prices  which  this  style  of  trading  contributes  to.  West  India  goods, 
flour,  corn,  etc.,  have  equally  satisfactory  representation,  and  a 
very  great  feature  of  the  house  is  the  large  and  influential  patronage 
it  has  in  boots  and  shoes,  a  department  of  the  business  which  is 
specially  cultivated,  and  in  which  it  is  able  to  render  signal  service. 
The  trade  commanded  by  the  firm  stretches  to  all  parts  of  the  town 
and  county,  and  competent  help  are  busily  engaged  in  all  of  its  de- 
partments. Mr.  Munson  is  a  Vermonter  by  birth,  has  resided  here 
for  about  twenty-five  years,  and  is  one  of  the  most  prominent  and 
popular  citizens. 

liANO  &  CAinPBEIili,  Jewelers.— Residents  of  Morrisville 
are  all  well  acquainted  with  the  reliable  firm  of  Messrs.  Lang  & 
Campbell,  jewelers,  and  dealers  in  watches  and  clocks,  and  dia- 
monds; and  visitors  to  the  town  are  not  long  in  ascertaining  that  for 
high  class  and  reliable  goods  it  has  no  superior  s  hereabouts.  The 
business  was  initiated  in  1889  by  Mr.  George  C.  Lang,  who, 
later  admitted  into  partnership  Mr.  Campbell,  who  had  pre- 
viously been  in  the  jewelry  business  in  Pueblo,  Col.,  at  which  time 
the  firm  name  was  changed  to  its  present  style.  The  premises  occu- 
pied consist  of  a  handsomely  furnished  and  well  arranged  store, 
having  a  floor  space  of  24  x  30  feet,  containing  a  large  and  carefully 
chosen  assortment  of  diamonds,  gold  and  silver  watches  of  the  best 
known  manufactures,  wedding,  signet  and  dress  rings  in  choice 
variety,  ear  rings,  pendants,  lockets,  chains,  bracelets,  trinkets  and 
many  other  articles,  far  too  numerous  to  mention ;  all  being  charac- 
terized by  that  genuine  good  quality  and  positive  reliability  that 


have  gained  for  the  house  the  enduring  support  and  high  reputation 
it  now  enjoys.  The  repairing  of  complicated  watches  and  clocks,  as 
well  as  jewelry  of  all  kinds,  constitutes  a  leading  specialty  of  the 
business,  and  in  this  connection  two  skilled  assistants  are  kept  busily 
engaged.  The  patrons  of  the  house  are  representative  of  the  best 
and  wealthiest  residents  in  Morrisville  and  the  surrounding  country; 
and  every  detail  of  the  business  is  conducted  under  the  close  scru- 
tmy  of  the  two  able  and  experienced  proprietors,  who  are  both  prac- 
tical jewelers.  They  are  both  natives  of  Vermont  and  are  very 
popular  in  the  best  circles  of  society  in  the  town. 

HAIili  &  CHENEY,  Druggists,  Portland  Street.— The  hand- 
somely appointed  and  spacious  drug  store,  established  on  Portland 
Street^in  1890,  is,  in  full  accord  with  the  fame  of  its  eminent  princi- 
pals, acknowledged  to  be  in  all  respects  the  leading  establishment  in 
its  line  in  the  town,  Messrs.  Hall  &  Cheney,  while  representing  the 
medical  and  pharmaceutical  profession  in  a  manner  alike  creditable 
to  themselves  and  specially  serviceable  to  their  fellow  citizens,  are 
also  alert,  enterprising  and  able  business  men.  The  finely  fitted  up 
store  is  27  x  30  feet  in  expanse,  and  in  addition  to  its  very  full  line  of 
drugs  and  chemicals,  inclusive  of  everything  to  be  found  in  the 
pharmacopoeia  that  is  in  general  request,  in  the  best  qualities  and  of 
great  purity,  also  carries  a  fine  selection  of  books  and  a  large  stock 
of  stationery,  and  is  replete  with  toilet  and  fancy  goods.  In  the 
compounding  of  physicians'  prescriptions  great  care  is  taken  and 
skill  displayed,  and  this  is  a  department  of  the  business  which 
Invites,  deserves,  and  is  accorded  a  lai'ge  measure  of  confidence,  in 
recognition  of  the  high  attainments  of  the  principals  in  their  profes- 
sion, the  senior  partner.  Dr.  E.  J.  Hall,  being  the  leading  practitioner 
in  the  place,  and  a  physician  of  proved  skill.  Hence,  the  trade  of 
the  pharmacy,  which  has  alone  been  a  brisk  one  in  each  department, 
is  becoming  a  specially  large  and  commanding  one  in  this  branch, 
the  connection  which  has  been  secured  being  of  a  particularly  influ- 
ential kind,  and  of  a  sustained  and  enduring  nature.  Dr.  Hall  is  a 
nnember  of  the  Grand  Army  of  the  Republic,  he  having  served  as 
surgeon  during  the  war,  while  Mr.  A.  L.  Cheney,  who  was  born  in 
Vermont,  is  one  of  the  Sons  of  Veterans. 

T.  "W.  UTTON,  Sale,  Boarding,  and  Training  Stables.— The 
old  established,  popular  and  well-known  sale,  boarding  and  training 
stable  of  Mr.  T.  W.  Utton  has  been  successfully  established  here 
since  1871.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  and  commo- 
dious stable,  30  x  60  feet  in  extent,  and  fitted  up  with  every  modern 
convenience  and  comfort.  The  lighting  and  ventilation  are  per- 
fect, and  the  entire  establishment  is  a  model  of  cleanliness,  every 
regard  being  paid  to  proper  sanitation.  Seven  skilled  and  experi- 
enced assistants  are  employed,  and  all  horses  entrusted  to  Mr. 
Utton's  care,  whether  on  sale,  for  training,  or  simply  as  boarders, 
receive  the  most  careful  attention,  their  welfare  being  looked  after 
carefully  in  every  particular.  At  present  there  are  thirteen  horses  in 
his  stable,  including  several  well-known  trotters.  Mr.  Utton  started 
in  business  here  in  1871  and  since  that  time  he  has  built  up  a  large, 
liberal  and  influential  patronage,  and  has  firmly  established  himself 
in  the  confidence  of  horse  owners  throughout  the  country.  His 
facihties  for  buying  and  selling  are  unexcelled,  while  as  a  successful 
trainer  he  has  achieved  a  well  deserved  reputation. 

DB.  jr.  A.  ROBINSON,  Dental  Surgeon,  Post  Office  Block, 
Portland  Street.— Among  the  many  eminent  dental  surgeons  in 
this  county,  prominent  mention  should  be  made  of  the  name  of  Dr. 
J.  A.  Robinson,  whose  extensive  practice  in  this  section  of  the  state, 
is  in  itself  ample  testimony  to  his  consummate  skill  in  the  profession. 
Dr.  Robinson  commenced  practicing  in  Morrisville  in  1883,  and  dur- 
ing the  time  that  has  since  elapsed,  he  has  won  for  himself  consider- 
able fame,  by  the  many  skillful  operations  he  has  successfully  per- 
formed, and  by  removing  the  primary  causes  of  tooth-ache,  neural- 
gia, and  tic-douloureux.  For  these  various  purposes,  patients  and 
patrons  of  all  classes,  for  miles  around,  have  resort  to  his  parlors,  as 
also  for  the  extraction  of  troublesome  teeth,  the  filling  of  cavities  or 
the  supply  of  new  sets  of  molars,  bicuspids,  etc.  In  all  these  several 
duties,  Dr.  Robinson  acquits  himself  with  that  skill  which  at  once 
demonstrates  his  ability  as  a  past  master  of  his  profession.  Dr. 
Robinson  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  a  member  of  the  Free  and 
Accepted  Masons,  and  it  needs  scarce!}-  to  be  said,  is  held  in  the 
highest  esteem. 


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H.  B.  A:  A.  R.  DANIEIjS,  Manufacturers  of  Butter  and 
Sugar  Tubs. — Of  the  comparatively  new  enterprises  of  an  industrial 
kind  which  have  already  struck  root  in  a  manner  which  entitles  them 
to  recognition  as  among  the  most  stable  and  substantial  busi- 
nesses of  the  town,  that  of  Messrs.  H.  B.  and  A.  R.  Daniels,  as  manu- 
facturers of  butter  and  sugar  tubs,  is  a  notable  instance.  The  firm 
being  one  that  commenced  operations  at  the  end  of  1889,  it 
now  has  a  thriving  and  extensive  trade,  a  fitting  tribute  to  the 
thorough  technical  knowledge  and  mechanical  ingenuity,  and  the 
great  administrative  talent  brought  to  bear  upon  the  business  by  the 
principals,  as  well  as  their  alert  and  enterprising  methods  of  con- 
ducting all  their  transactions,  their  punctuality  in  meeting  their 
engagements,  and  their  complete  reliability  in  all  respects.  The  mill 
has  two  floors,  each  30  x  40  feet  in  dimensions,  notable  for  its  equip- 
ment with  the  latest  machinery  and  devices  for  producing  tubs  in 
large  quantities  at  a  high  rate  of  speed,  without  the  sacrifice  of 
quality,  and  the  liberal  patronage  that  has  been  conferred  upon  the 
house  by  large,  critical  and  exacting  buyers,  Is  at  once  a  tribute 
to  the  firm's  ability  to  compete  successfully  with  all  rivals,  and  the 
groundwork  of  its  prosperous  business,  the  total  volume  of  which 
is  such  as  to  give  regular  employment  to  fifteen  skilled  operatives. 
Mr.  H.  B.  and  Mr.  A.  R.  Daniels— who  succeeded  Messrs.  J.  W. 
Daniels  &  Son — are  Vermonters  by  birth.  Mr.  A.  R.  Daniels  is  a 
respected  member  of  the  Free  and  Accepted  Masons. 

O.  THI.  WATERinAN,  Clothing  and  Furnishings.— The  trade 
in  ready  made  clothing  and  men's  furnishing  goods  has  an  able  and 
thoroughly  representative  exponent  in  Morrisville  in  the  person  of 
Mr.  O.  M.  Waterman,  who  is  now  at  the  head  of  one  of  the  oldest 
established  and  most  successful  business  houses  in  this  siection  of 
the  country.  This  business  was  originally  established  in  1885  by  Mr. 
D.  A.  Gilbert.  The  present  proprietor  purchased  the  business  in 
1888  a.nd  has  not  only  retained  all  the  former  patronage,  but  by  wise 
and  liberal  management  has  succeeded  in  greatly  extending  the 
trade  of  the  house.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  an  ample  and 
commodious  store,  20  x  30  feet  in  dimensions,  tastefully  fitted  up 
in  the  most  modern  style.  Here  is  always  to  be  found  a  large  and 
well  selected  assortment  of  fine  ready  made  clothing,  hats,  caps, 
shirts,  collars,  cuffs,  gloves,  neckwear  and  everything  in  the  line  of 
men's  furnishing  goods,  besides  a  large  stock  of  trunks,  traveling 
bags,  umbrellas,  etc.  The  stock  is  without  exception  the  finest  of 
the  kind  in  this  section,  while  the  prices  are  as  low  as  possible  con- 
sistent with  first  class  goods.  Courteous  and  experienced  clerks  are 
in  attendance  upon  customers  and  no  effort  is  spared  to  give  satis- 
faction to  all  patrons.  Mr.  Waterman  is  a  native  of  Barre,  and 
was  formerly  in  business  in  St.  Johnsbury.  He  is  a  prominent  and 
popular  member  of  the  Masonic  order  and  an  enterprising  merchant. 


GEORGE  K.  CURRIER,  Dry  Goods,  Groceries.— One  of 
the  most  popular  and  prosperous  of  Morrisville's  commercial  estab- 
lishments is  that  of  Mr.  George  K.  Currier,  dealer  in  dry  goods,  gro- 
ceries, boots  and  shoes.  This  flourishing  business  was  established  in 
1836  since  which  time  Mr.  Currier  has,  by  strict  attention  to  business 
and  the  exercise  of  straightforward,  honorable  methods,  built  up  a 
very  large  trade  which  extends  to  all  parts  of  the  surrounding  coun- 
try. The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  and  commodious 
store.  20  X  50  feet  in  dimensions,  and  fitted  up  with  every  modern 
facility  for  the  proper  transaction  of  business.  Here  is  constantly 
carried  a  heavy  and  well  selected  stock  of  staple  and  fancy  dry 
goods,  both  imported  and  domestic,  fresh  and  pure  teas,  coffees, 
spices  and  everything  in  the  way  of  choice  family  groceries;  and  a 
full  line  of  fine  and  medium  boots  and  shoes  for  ladies',  gentlemen's 
and  children's  wear.  Everything  kept  in  stock  is  the  best  of  its  kind 
and  a  leading  characteristic  of  the  establishment  has  always  been 
the  low  prices  which  prevail.  Mr.  Currier  is  a  native  of  New  Hamp- 
shire, but  has  long  been  identiied  with  the  interests  of  this  village 
and  is  a  prominent  and  popular  member  of  the  Odd  Fellow's  order. 


H.  E.  CUTIjER,  Photo-Artist,  Portland  Street.- Mr.  H.  E. 
Cutler  started  in  business  in  1887.  and  the  excellence  of  his  work  at 
once  attracted  such  attention  that  he  soon  had  built  up  a  large, 
liberal  and  influential  patronage.  The  premises  occupied  are  spa- 
cious and  commodious,  comprising  two  rooms,  each  30  x  40  feet  in 
dimensions.    The  oflflce  and  reception  room  are  elegantly  and  taste- 


fully fitted  up,  while  the  operating  room  is  equipped  with  all  the 
most  improved  devices  and  accessories  known  to  the  profession, 
Mr.  Cutler  being  an  expert  artist  of  great  skill  and  experience,  who 
does  not  believe  in  allowing  any  slipshod  or  inferior  work  to  leave 
his  studio.  He  uses  the  instantaneous  process  and  is  fully  abreast 
of  the  times  m  all  modern  improvements.  His  portraits  are  justly 
celebrated  for  their  fidelity,  artistic  excellence  and  beautiful  finish, 
while  his  prices  are  as  low  as  are  charged  in  many  other  establish- 
ments for  inferior  work.  As  a  photographer  of  children  he  has  been 
particularly  successful;  and  he  makes  a  specialty  of  taking  views  of 
residences,  scenery,  public  gatherings,  etc.,  at  short  notice.  He 
keeps  in  stock  a  large  and  well- selected  assortment  of  albums, 
frames,  mouldings,  etc.,  which  he  sells  at  rock  bottom  prices.  Mr. 
Cutler,  is  a  native  of  Northfleld. 

A.  W.  MEARS,  Manufacturer  of  and  Dealer  in  Harnesses, 
Blankets,  Robes,  Whips,  Etc.— For  an  incipient  enterprise,  the  trade 
now  controlled  by  the  reliable  firm  of  Mr.  A.  W.  Mears,  manufact- 
urers of  and  dealei-s  in  harnesses,  robes,  blankets,  whips,  etc.,  of 
Morrisville,  cannot  but  be  regarded  as  of  the  most  satisfactory  na- 
ture, and  has  been  mainly  brought  about  by  the  reliability  of  the 
goods  made  and  dealt  in  and  their  uniformly  superior  quality.  From 
all  parts  of  Morrisville  and  the  country  for  miles  round,  customers 
of  all  classes  resort  to  the  house  for  new  goods,  as  well  as  for 
repairing  of  every  description,  and  this  latter,  which  constitutes  a 
leading  specialty  of  the  business,  is  undertaken  with  neatness  and 
promptitude  and  at  consistently  low  prices.  The  house  was  initiated 
in  1890,  by  the  present  proprietor,  Mr.  A.  W.  Mears,  under  whose  pei-- 
sonal  care  and  attention  every  detail  of  the  enterprise  is  conducted. 
The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  well  appointed  store,  having  a 
floor  space  of  20  x  30  feet,  furnished  with  a  complete  equipment  of 
tools  and  appliances  incidental  to  the  trade,  and  two  skilled  workers 
being  regularly  engaged.  A  fine  stock  of  single  and  double  har- 
nesses, horse  blankets,  robes,  whips,  bi  ushes  and  every  requisite  for 
a  first-class  stable  is  always  carried,  the  whole  being  characterized 
in  a  marked  degree,  by  their  superior  quality  and  reliability,  prop- 
erties which  have  gained  for  the  house  the  liberal  support  and  high 
reputation  it  now  enjoys. 

ITIRS.  E.  A.  HADLEY,  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods.— An 
establishment  devoted  to  the  making  and  sale  of  fashionable  milli- 
nery is  that  of  Mrs.  E.  A.  Hadley,  which  was  established  in  1885  by 
Mrs.  Soper .  The  business  was  purchased  by  Jlrs.  Hadley  in  1890  and 
is  now  the  leading  house  of  its  kind  in  this  section  of  the  country.  The 
premises  occupied  comprise  a  store  20  x  12  feet  in  dimensions,  which  is 
fitted  up  in  the  most  attractive  manner  and  which  contains  every 
facility  for  the  proper  display  and  inspection  of  stock.  Here  will  be 
found  at  all  times  a  fine  display  of  the  newest  and  most  fashionable 
hats  and  bonnets;  also  a  large  stock  of  artificial  flowers,  feathers, 
ostrich  tips,  velvets,  ribbons,  trimmings  and  fancy  goods.  Hats, 
bonnets,  etc.  are  made  and  trimmed  to  order  in  the  most  fashiona- 
ble style  at  the  shortest  notice.  All  work  is  performed  under  the 
direct  personal  supervision  of  Mrs.  Hadley,  whose  practical  expe- 
rience and  good  taste  are  sufficient  guarantees  that  all  orders  will  be 
satisfactorily  filled.  Mrs.  Hadley  is  a  native  of  this  state,  and  a  lady 
of  marked  ability  who  is  very  popular  throughout  the  community. 

S.  W.  BOIiAC,  Fresh  and  Salt  Meats,  Fresh  Fish,  Oysters. 
Tripe,  Sausage,  Crackers,  Etc.— For  fresh  and  salt  meats,  fresh  fish, 
oysters,  tripe,  sausages,  crackers,  etc.  the  house  of  Mr.  S.  W.  Bolac 
has  few  if  any  equals  in  this  section  of  the  county.  Although  the 
business  was  initiated  as  recently  as  October,  1890,  it  has  made  rapid 
progress  towards  the  front  ranks  of  the  trade,  owing  largely  to  the 
uniform  excellence  of  the  edibles  handled,  and  the  demand  on  the 
establishment  now  necessitate  the  regular  employment  of  two  com- 
petent assistants  and  the  retention  of  two  wagons  for  delivery  pur- 
poses. The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  well  appointed  store, 
having  a  floor  space  of  15  x  30  feet,  fitted  with  every  convenience  for 
the  proper  keeping  of  the  large  stock  of  meats,  fish,  oysters,  tripe, 
sansage,  etc.,  always  carried,  also  a  fine  stock  of  groceries  canned 
goods,  spices,  etc.  Mr.  Bolac  is  a  native  of  Vermont,  and  was  form- 
erly in  business  in  Enosburg  Falls.  He  is  a  member  of  the  Free 
and  Accepted  Masons,  and  has  attained  to  considerable  popularity. 


M  O  It  R  1  S  V  1  J.  L  E ,     V  E  11  M  O  N  T  , 


E.  D.  ELiDRED,  Ladies'  Fine  Footwear,  Portland  Street.— 
E.  D.  Eldred,  although  only  established  in  business  here  a 
few  months,  has  already  developed  a  very  flourishing  trade.  The 
premises  occupied  comprise  a  store  20  x  20  feet  in  dimensions,  which 
is  neatly  and  attractively  fitted  up  with  every  modern  facility  for  the 
display  and  inspection  of  stock  and  the  comfort  and  convenience  of 
patrons.  The  stock  carried  is  large,  varied  and  well-selected,  and 
comprises  everything  in  the  line  of  ladies',  gentlemen's  and  children's 
fine  boots  and  shoes.  A  specialty  however,  is  made  of  ladies'  fine 
footwear,  and  the  stock  comprises  everything  that  is  new,  fashion- 
able and  seasonable  in  this  line,  from  the  stout  walking  boot  to  the 
daiutest  satin  or  kid  ball  slipper.  She  carries  also  a  full  line  of 
hosiery  from  the  cheapest  to  the  best  silk,  including  out  sizes  for 
fleshy  ladies.  The  stock  in  these  lines  is  one  of  the  largest  and 
most  complete  in  the  state,  while  the  prices  are  beyond  competition. 
As  a  side  issue  she  has  the  agency  for  northern  Vermont,  for  the 
wonderful  Jackson  corset.  Mrs.  Eldred,  who  was  born  in  Maine,  is  a 
pushing,  enterprising  business  woman,  and  fully  merits  the  success 
she  is  achieving. 

J.  M.  JOSliYN,  Dry  Goods,  Groceries,  Boots  and  Shoes.— One 
of  the  most  enterprising  and  popular  merchants  of  Morrisville  is  Mr. 
J.  M.  Joslyn,  who  has  been  successfully  established  in  business  here 
since  1884,  and  whose  name  is  synonymous  throughout  this  village 
and  the  surrounding  country  for  a  radius  of  many  miles,  with  fair 
and  liberal  dealing  and  strictly  honorable  business  methods.  The 
premises  occupied  for  business  purposes  are  ample  and  commo- 
dious, and  comprise  a  store  20  x  20  feet  in  dimensions,  which  con- 
tains every  modern  facility  for  the  proper  transaction  of  business. 
Here  is  constantly  carried  a  large  and  carefully  selected  stock,  com- 
prising everything  in  the  way  of  foreign  and  domestic  dry  goods, 
l)0th  staple  and  fancy;  selected  teas,  coffees,  spices,  flours,  canned 
goods,  molasses,  and  everything  in  the  line  of  fine  family  groceries; 
besides  a  full  line  of  everything  in  the  way  of  boots,  shoes  and  rub- 
bers for  men,  youths,  boys,  ladies,  misses  and  children.  Hides, 
skins,  and  country  produce  of  every  desci-iption  are  bought  for  cash, 
and  Mr.  Joslyn's  store  is  now  regarded  as  the  principal  entrepot  in 
the  village.  Mr.  Joslyn,  who  is  a  native  of  Waitsfleld,  has  long  been 
one  of  Morrisville's  most  prominent  and  enterprising  citizens. 

CARROIili  T.  MORRII^Ii,  Fresh  and  Salted  Meats,  Gro- 
ceries, Fresh  Fish  and  Oysters.  Etc.— The  many  goods  handled  by 
the  reliable  house  of  Mr.  Carroll  T.  Morrill,  of  Morrisville,  are  all 
obtained  from  the  most  reputable  manufacturers  and  producers, 
direct;  and  in  such  consignments  and  on  such  terms  and  conditions 
as  to  enable  the  firm  to  successfully  compete  with  rival  dealers,  for 
although  initiated  as  recently  as  1891,  it  is  now  extensively  patron- 
ized by  all  classes  of  purchasers,  the  reliability  of  its  goods,  and  their 
consistent  cheapness  being  the  main  incentive  to  the  liberal  support 
the  house  now  enjoys.  Fresh  and  salted  meats  of  all  kinds  ar? 
largely  dealt  in;  as  also  a  full  line  of  staple  and  fancy  groceries, 
while  fresh  flsh  and  oysters  in  season  also  come  within  the  scope  of 
the  enterprise.  The  store  occupied  has  a  superficial  area  of  20  x  20 
feet,  and  is  well  appointed  to  meet  the  exigencies  of  the  flourishing 
trade  carried  on ;  and  here  a  very  complete  stock  of  goods  in  each 
department  is  always  carried,  being  conspicuous  throughout  for 
choice  variety  and  uniformly  superior  quality.  A  still  further 
branch  of  the  business  is  that  conducted  in  hides  and  skins,  which 
are  purchased  by  the  firm  at  the  highest  prices  for  cash,  from  raisers 
and  others  throughout  the  country.  The  worthy  and  enterprising 
proprietor,  Mr.  Morrill,  is  a  native  of  Morrisville,  and  a  member  of 
the  Sons  of  Veterans. 

W.  M.  CliARK,  Fashionable  Hair  Dresser,  Etc..  Portland 
Street. — The  elegant  ^nd  attractive  hair-dressing  parlor  of  Mr.  W. 
M.  Clark  is  noted  for  miles  round  as  a  headquarters  for  fashionable 
hair  cutting,  comfortable  shaving,  singeing,  shampooing,  etc.  The 
business  was  initiated  by  Mr.  W.  M.  Clark,  in  1872;  and  this  gentle- 
man is  an  expert  coiffeur  of  the  first  order;  a  fact  which  has  been 
mainly  instrumental  in  accruing  to  the  house  the  liberal  support  and 
patronage  it  now  enjoys.  The  barber  shop  is  provided  with  every 
modern  convenience  incidental  to  the  calling;  and  two  experienced 
assistants  are  steadily  engaged  on  the  premises.  The  business  is  ma- 
terially supplemented  by  an  extensive  connection  which  the  house 
controls  in  fine  cigars,  tobaccos,  cigarettes  and  smokers'  requisites, 


and  for  which  it  is  a  popular  resort  in  the  neighborhood,  and  is  pat- 
onized  by  a  large  section  of  the  very  best  and  wealthiest  residents. 
A  heavy  and  comprehensive  stock  of  hair  wa.sh,  hair  oil,  pomades 
perfumes,  toilet  powders  and  toilet  articles  generally  ii  always  car- 
ried, as  well  as  a  carefully  selected  assortment  of  Havana,  Sumatra, 
Key  West  and  domestic  cigars  of  the  most  reputable  brands,  and 
ready  for  inmiediate  use,  smoking  tobaccos  and  chewing  tobaccos 
cigarettes,  pipes  and  a  full  line  of  smokers'  supplies.  Mr.  Clark, 
who  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  is  very  popular  in  Morrisville, 
and  is  a  member  of  the  F.  and  A.  M. 

».  N.  HUTCHINS,  Grocer.— Mr.  D.  N.  Hutchins  deals  in 
fine  groceries,  provisions,  confectionery,  fruit,  tobacco  and  cigars; 
and  the  store,  30  x  60  feet  in  size,  is  fitted  up  in  a  style  specially 
adapted  to  the  storage  and  display  of  the  multifarious  stock,  compris- 
ing a  very  full  selection  of  every  staple  article  of  grocery  required 
in  the  household,  all  of  the  very  best  qualities,  the  teas  and  coffees 
carried  being  of  delicious  blendings  and  fine  aroma;  fancy  grocer- 
ies and  canned  goods  being  obtained  from  the  best  and  mo.st  respon- 
sible houses,  and  all  popular  brands;  confectionery,  famed  for  its 
wholesomeness  and  toothsomeness  being  regularly  supplied,  while 
fruits  of  all  kinds  in  season  find  a  place  in  the  store.  Connected  with 
this  well-patronized  store  is  a  nicely-appointed  billiard  and  pool 
room  which  is  a  very  popular  resort  for  lovers  of  those  games,  and 
those  who  are  fond  of  good  cigars,  the  place  being  highly  famed  for 
the  choice  brands  handled.  Altogether  the  business  is  a  very  pros- 
perous one,  and  two  clerks  a.ssist  the  principal.  Mr.  D.  N.  Hutchins 
initiated  the  enterprise  in  1890,  and  his  energy  and  enterprise  have 
been  accorded  full  appreciation. 

VERMONT  HOUSE,  A.  G.  West,  Proprietor,  Portland  Street. 
— The  Vermont  House,'conducted  under  the  eminently  successful  pro- 
prietary management  of  Mr.  A.  G.  West,  was  inaugurated  by  him  in 
1873,  since  which  time  it  has  steadily  grown  in  popularity  and  sup- 
port, and  is  now  extensively  patronized  alike  by  commercial  travel- 
ers, ladies,  families,  and  private  citizens.  It  is  a  pleasantly  situa- 
ted, three-story  building,, containing  thirty-two  rooms,  used  as  bed 
chambers,  dining  hall,  reading  and  smoking  rooms,  ladies'  parlori 
etc.,  all  of  which  are  most  appropriate  in  their  respective  appoint- 
ments, are  handsomely  decorated  and  draped,  and  are  elegantly  and 
comfortably  furnished.  Courteous  attendants  are  retained  to 
wait  upon  visitors,  who  are  all  unanimous  in  their  praises  of  the  ho- 
tel in  its  various  departments;  giving  the  highest  laudation  however, 
to  the  cuisine  and  table,  which  over  and  above  the  many  luxuries 
the  house  affords,  are  distinctly  its  salient  feature.  A  store  is  main- 
tained in  the  basement,  and  a  fine  livery  in  connection,  carriages 
and  vehicles  of  various  kinds  being  always  procurable  at  moderate 
ch.arges.  Mr.  West,  the  experienced  proprietor,  extends  to  all  visit- 
ors a  cordial  welcome,  and  it  need  scarcely  be  said,  is  much  es- 
teemed by  all  who  know  him. 


A.  O.  GATES,  Druggist.— Commandingly  located  in  the  post- 
office  building,  the  handsome  and  spacious  drug  store  of  Mr.  A.  O. 
Gates  attracts  notice  alike  from  the  prominent  position  it  occupies, 
and  by  reason  of  the  popularity  of  its  proprietor.  The  store  which 
is  20  X  40  feet  in  size,  is  fitted  up  and  appointed  in  a  style  becoming 
the  influential  recognition  accorded  to  it,  as  one  taking  a  distinct  lead 
in  its  line,  and  the  stock  of  drugs  and  chemicals  which  is  carried 
is  well  in  keeping,  comprising  as  they  do  very  full  lines  of  all 
such  ingredients  as  are  favored  by  the  more  famous  practitioners  of 
the  day,  and  such  druggists'  sundries  as  are  used  for  manufacturing 
or  household  purposes.  This  old  pharmacy,  established  in  the  year 
1868,  is  one  greatly  relied  on  by  residents  of,  and  all  who  make  Mor- 
risville their  trading  center,  for  the  compounding  of  physicians'  pre- 
scriptions, this  being  a  department  to  which  special  attention  is  paid, 
only  the  purest  and  best  drugs  finding  a  place  in  its  laboratory,  and 
two  well  qualified  assistants  being  employed.  Books,  stationery  and 
cigars,  as  well  as  toilet  and  fancy  articles,  are  largely  in  stock,  and 
the  selection  of  such  goods,  displayed  in  profusion  in  the  store,  is  of 
the  best  kind,  while  .wholesome  and  toothsome  confectionery  is  also 
carried.  The  popular  proprietor,  Mr.  Gates,  is  chairman  of  the 
school  committee,  is  also  well-known  throughout  the  state.  He  is  a 
a  member  of  the  Masonic  Fraternity,  and  very  widely  known  in  con- 
nection with  the  Grand  Army  of  the  Republic,  he  being  an  old  mem- 
ber of  the  Seventeenth  Vermont  Regiment,  and  at  present  depart- 
ment inspector  for  state. 


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